Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Nursing Scope of Practice Statement
Referees
Timeline
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April Brown

Mardi,NSW

Summary

Enthusiastic and compassionate Undergraduate Registered Nurse with strong clinical placement experience and a commitment to delivering safe, person-centred care. Certified Nursing Assistant with five years experience in the aged care setting providing patient care, assisting patients with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, maintaining patient records, medication administration and palliative care. Demonstrated ability to build strong relationships with patients and work effectively within multidisciplinary medical teams. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team and grow within the nursing profession.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant in Nursing

Gosford Private Hospital
Gosford, NSW
09.2024 - Current
  • Admit patients undergoing anesthetic.
  • Provided basic patient care by taking vital signs, measuring height and weight, and recording intake
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Performed housekeeping duties such as changing linen, cleaning, and sanitizing.
  • Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.

Care Service Employee

Uniting Nareen Gardens
Bateau Bay , NSW
06.2021 - Current
  • Encouraged clients to be involved in decision-making regarding their own care plan.
  • Developed relationships built on trust and respect with both colleagues and clients.
  • Delivered high quality personalised service tailored towards individual needs.
  • Managed challenging behaviour effectively using appropriate methods of intervention.
  • Attended regular training sessions on topics related to care provision.
  • Ensured compliance with relevant legislation, regulations and standards of practice.
  • Monitored vital signs including pulse rate, blood pressure and temperature.
  • Provided emotional and practical support to clients in their homes, enabling them to remain independent.
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving vulnerable people.
  • Assisted clients with activities such as bathing, dressing and grooming.

Team Member

Coles
Bateau Bay, NSW
11.2019 - 06.2021
  • Received, processed, and stocked merchandise in accordance with store policies.
  • Greeted customers upon entering the store with friendly demeanor.
  • Operated cash registers to process payments from customers.
  • Contributed to team safety and productivity by removing safety hazards and keeping areas neat and well-stocked.
  • Worked hard to learn required tasks quickly to maximize performance.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Avondale University
Wahroonga
12-2025

Cert IV in Ageing Support -

Novaskill
Tuggerah, NSW
01-2021

First Aid Certificate -

Novaskill
Tuggerah, NSW
01-2021

Cert III Individual Support -

Novaskill
Tuggerah, NSW
01-2021

High School Diploma -

Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
The Entrance, NSW
01-2018

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Infection control
  • Dementia and Alzheimer's care
  • 5 years experience in medication administration
  • Team collaboration

Nursing Scope of Practice Statement

As a new graduate nurse I practice within the scope defined by the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), delivering safe, person-centred and evidence-based care. I am accountable,e for conducting assessments, planing and implementing nursing interventions and evaluating outcomes in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team. While I continue to build my confidence and competence, I recognise my limitations, seek guidance when needed and engage in reflective practice to support my professional development. I adhere to relevant legislation, professional standards and organisational policies and I am committed to promoting cultural safety, ethical practice and respect for all individuals.

Referees

Miss Jen Parker - Uniting Nareen Gardens DSM - 0414 607 665

Mrs Amanda Nicholas - Avondale University Clinical Facilitator - 0402 254 248

Timeline

Assistant in Nursing

Gosford Private Hospital
09.2024 - Current

Care Service Employee

Uniting Nareen Gardens
06.2021 - Current

Team Member

Coles
11.2019 - 06.2021

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing

Avondale University

Cert IV in Ageing Support -

Novaskill

First Aid Certificate -

Novaskill

Cert III Individual Support -

Novaskill

High School Diploma -

Tuggerah Lakes Secondary College
April Brown