Organized, hardworking and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Practice Nurse
Doctors & Co - Botanic Ridge Doctors
Botanic Ridge, VIC
01.2023 - Current
Conducted patient education sessions to inform patients about preventive care and healthy lifestyle habits.
Administered immunisations according to immunisation schedules.
Took temperature, blood pressures, dressed wounds, suture removal and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
Assisted doctors with procedure such as mole removal, pap smears, Mirena insertion and removal and iron infusions.
Instructed patients on proper use of medical equipment such as inhalers or insulin devices.
Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Communicated with patients with compassion while keeping medical information private.
Retail Sales Assistant
Just Group - Dotti
Melbourne, VIC
03.2020 - 02.2023
Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
Managed cash register operations using POS system and processed sales and returns.
Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
Calculated pricing, applied discounts and collected payments to process transactions, refunds and offer store credits.
Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
Student Nurse
Alfred Health - St Kilda Road Clinic
Melbourne , VIC
11.2021 - 12.2021
Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
Documented observations, interventions and concerns in patient charts and electronic systems, sustaining continuum of care from admission through to discharge.
Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
Administered intramuscular medications such as depot injections under direct supervision, adhering to medication schedules and protocols in clinic and during home visits.
Consulted with psychiatrists about client medication changes, issues with medicine compliance and efficacy of medications.
Student Nurse
Healthscope - Bellbird Private Hospital
Blackburn, VIC
08.2021 - 10.2021
Completed perioperative checklists, assisted in getting patients into surgery attire, documented vital signs before and after surgery.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking that a consent form has been completed and signed.
Monitored post-op vitals, oral intake, reviewed post-op orders and prepared patients for discharge home or to the ward.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to address various disorders, diseases and injuries.
Student Nurse
Eastern Health - Box Hill Hospital
Box Hill, VIC
02.2021 - 04.2021
Promoted kind, compassionate environment, utilizing active listening and effective communication skills for cancer patients receiving treatment.
Maintained and monitored catheters under the direct supervision of nursing staff.
Obtained laboratory specimens by using phlebotomy skills to complete both venous and finger-stick blood draws.
Participated in End of Life Care and provided patients with comfort measures.
Observed the administration of oral, IV and subcutaneous chemotherapy to patients as indicated by chart instructions and protocol dosages.
Monitored post-op vitals, set up PCA, fluids and documented accordingly in EMR.
Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
Student Nurse
Austin Hospital
Heidelberg, VIC
11.2020 - 12.2020
Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels and documented in EMR accordingly.
Prepared and administered IV antibiotics via a push and IV pump where dose and rate were manually calculated.
Used sterile techniques to perform wound care and daily dressing changes.
Student Nurse
Monash Health - Casey Hospital
Berwick , VIC
07.2020 - 07.2020
Supported daily living activities such as feeding, ambulating and hygiene measures.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Administered oral and IV medications using the eight Rights of Medication Administration and monitored patient reactions.
Utilized Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system to document and access patient information.
Student Nurse
Eastern Health - Peter James Centre
East Burwood, VIC
09.2019 - 10.2019
Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and assisted in ambulation with the use of mobility aids.
Performed vital signs and documented them accordingly.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Monash University
Melbourne VIC
03.2022
Skills
Critical Thinking
Charting and Documentation
Patient Education
PPE Compliance
CPR trained
Taking and Recording Vital Signs
EMR Software
Infection Control Procedures
Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
Medication Administration
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Care Plan Implementation
Direct Patient Care
Verbal and Written Communication
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Venepuncture and various pathology collections
Compassionate and Caring
Creative Problem Solving
Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
Attention to Detail
Inventory Management
Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
Adaptable and Flexible
Wound Care
Culturally-sensitive care
Languages
Italian
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Practice Nurse
Doctors & Co - Botanic Ridge Doctors
01.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Alfred Health - St Kilda Road Clinic
11.2021 - 12.2021
Student Nurse
Healthscope - Bellbird Private Hospital
08.2021 - 10.2021
Student Nurse
Eastern Health - Box Hill Hospital
02.2021 - 04.2021
Student Nurse
Austin Hospital
11.2020 - 12.2020
Student Nurse
Monash Health - Casey Hospital
07.2020 - 07.2020
Retail Sales Assistant
Just Group - Dotti
03.2020 - 02.2023
Student Nurse
Eastern Health - Peter James Centre
09.2019 - 10.2019
Bachelor of Nursing -
Monash University
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