Alshei Van Wyk
Mango Hill
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with nearly two years of acute care experience, recognized for punctuality, adaptability, and effectiveness in both independent and collaborative settings. A strong commitment to continuous learning drives a passion for supporting patients throughout their recovery journeys. Eager to contribute to an inpatient care role that enhances community well-being and fosters a healing environment across all dimensions of health. Proven ability to build strong rapport with patients, whānau, and colleagues ensures the delivery of high-quality, culturally safe care while maintaining composure under pressure and effectively managing unpredictable patient situations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora, Middlemore Hospital – Gen Med/Gastro Ward32N
02.2024 - 11.2025
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and self-care techniques.
- Assisted in emergency interventions, maintaining composure under pressure while ensuring patient safety.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, enhancing compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical procedures and best practices, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
- Implemented infection control protocols, contributing to improved patient safety and reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care strategies to meet evolving health needs effectively.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated comfort cares for end of life patients as per protocol.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
Casual Support Worker
Pathways – Community-based Mental health, addiction, and well-being services
11.2022 - 06.2023
- First to receive morning Hand over
- Check in on all residents, basic observation, BSL checks, and blood pressure monitoring.
- Review the plan of the day e.g., GP appointments, groceries, Meetings with Healthcare professionals.
- Support residents to clean their homes, and work on daily goals e.g., looking after the garden, taking responsibility for taking medication, and knowing its function.
- Often in communication with District health nurses and nurses supporting some of the residents in Tiaho Mai.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate (Level 8) - Advance Assessment and Clinical Reasoning & Nursing 742 Biological Science for Practice
University of Auckland
10.2025
Bachelors of Nursing degree (Level 7) - undefined
Manukau Institute of Technology
01.2023
NCEA Level 3 Qualification - undefined
Tuakau College
Tuakau12.2020
NCEA Level 2 Qualification - undefined
Alfriston College
Randwick Park12.2019
NCEA Level 1 Qualification - undefined
Alfriston College
Randwick Park12.2018
Skills
- Empathetic patient care
- Promoting quality care
- Effective therapeutic communication
- Positive collaboration in changing environments
- Ability to identify patient condition changes
- Adept at developing tailored care plans based on patient evaluations
PERSONAL INTERESTS
Passionate about singing and playing musical instruments, frequently taking part in church choir and musical events., Strong Christian Beliefs: Participate actively in church activities and volunteer for causes that uphold Christian principles., Outdoor Adventure Seeker: Take pleasure in discovering nature by hiking, camping, and participating in outdoor activities with my family and dog Titan.
CLINICAL PLACEMENT HISTORY
- Counties Manukau District Health Board – Ward 32N – Gastroenterology (12 weeks)
- BN6 placement
- July 2023 to October 2023
- Assessing patient's and families' plan of care
- Medication administration according to my scope of practice
- Attending procedures, escorting patients.
- Supporting patients with daily activities while fostering independence.
- Documented patient data in the computer system.
- Daily MDT meetings and handovers.
- Pokeno Family Health - General Practice – community health (5 weeks)
- BN5 placement
- February 2023 to March 2023
- Triaged doctors’ patients and newly enrolled patients.
- Simple wound care and wart removals
- Provided clear instructions on medication usage or health maintenance.
- Adept at referring patients to specialists when necessary and following up with them regarding their care.
- Monitored chronic conditions such as High Cholesterol, Diabetes high blood pressure and gave health education to patients.
- Prepared nursing rooms and stocked supplies as necessary.
- Kept record of Vaccine fridge, cold chain file, administered immunisations according to the National Immunisation Schedule, a developed technique for IM injections including B12 injections, Depo Provera, and more.
- Evaluated and updated immunisation records, ordered laboratory tests, and help interpret results for patients.
- Pathways - Community-based Mental Health, addiction, and well-being services (5 weeks)
- BN4 placement
- September 2022 to October 2022
- Supported patient social, physical, and emotional needs to help them integrate into the local community.
- Assessed patient behaviours, daily activities, new skills, and notable incidents and risks for documentation purposes.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments and shopping.
- Counties Manukau District Health Board – Ward 24 – Adult Rehabilitation (5 weeks)
- BN3 placement
- April 2022 to May 2022
- Monitored patient status and reported updates to senior medical staff.
- Supported the personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals, and condition markers evident in the computer system.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Fostered independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as autonomously as possible.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora, Middlemore Hospital – Gen Med/Gastro Ward32N
02.2024 - 11.2025
Casual Support Worker
Pathways – Community-based Mental health, addiction, and well-being services
11.2022 - 06.2023
Bachelors of Nursing degree (Level 7) - undefined
Manukau Institute of Technology
NCEA Level 3 Qualification - undefined
Tuakau College
NCEA Level 2 Qualification - undefined
Alfriston College
NCEA Level 1 Qualification - undefined
Alfriston College
Post Graduate Certificate (Level 8) - Advance Assessment and Clinical Reasoning & Nursing 742 Biological Science for Practice
University of Auckland