Motivated and compassionate final-year Bachelor of Nursing student at Notre Dame University with extensive clinical placement experience across aged care, palliative care, and acute hospital settings. Equipped with a comprehensive skill set in patient care, medication administration, wound management, and clinical documentation. Passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team.
Communication Skills: Effectively engaging with patients through active listening, empathy, and clear verbal and non-verbal communication to build trust and provide emotional support.
Risk Assessment and Management: Identifying potential risks such as self-harm, aggression, or deterioration in mental state, and responding appropriately to ensure patient and staff safety.
Medication Management: Understanding and administering psychiatric medications under supervision, monitoring side effects, and educating patients about their treatment plans.
-Setting Up and Monitoring Dialysis Machines: Preparing, priming, and connecting the dialysis machine correctly to ensure safe and effective treatment. This includes checking dialysate composition, ensuring correct blood flow rates, and troubleshooting alarms during treatment.
-Fluid and Electrolyte Management: Monitoring patients for signs of fluid overload or dehydration, understanding dialysis prescriptions, and assessing electrolyte imbalances.
-Patient Education and Support:Teaching patients about dietary restrictions, fluid intake, and medication adherence while providing emotional support for those coping with chronic kidney disease.