Belinda Uykun
Edmondson Park
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in high-pressure healthcare environments. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care while demonstrating strong communication, critical thinking, and collaborative teamwork. Adept at managing medical emergencies and fostering trust in patient interactions. Seeking to transition into a new professional field, bringing a solid foundation of transferable skills, clinical precision, and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Stroke Unit
Westmead Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- 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.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimised patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalised care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Endoscopy
Westmead Hospital
11.2024 - 04.2025
- Assessed patient readiness for discharge after procedure by evaluating vital signs, pain level, consciousness, mobility status, etc., ensuring their safety upon release.
- Assisted physicians in performing endoscopic procedures by preparing patients and room.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care before, during, and after procedures.
- Cleaned and maintained endoscopy equipment according to infection control guidelines to ensure patient safety.
- Provided pre-procedure education to patients, explaining procedure, risks, and answering questions.
- Identified potential complications or issues that may arise during endoscopy procedure and took appropriate action.
- Monitored patient vital signs during endoscopy procedures to ensure safety and well-being.
- Controlled infection risks with proper wound care and aseptic techniques.
- Supported procedures by handling instruments and monitoring patients.
- Prepared patients for appointments, completing intake processes and giving instructions.
- Worked closely with team to organise and implement patient care plans.
- Resolved or reduced patient symptoms with intramuscular, intravenous, and oral medicines.
- Maximised unit efficiency, keeping supplies, and records well-organised for expected needs.
- Prioritised assignments based on acuity levels of patients while maintaining safe nurse-to-patient ratio.
- Tracked patients during anesthesia and reported on conditions.
Emergency
Westmead Hospital
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to develop individualised patient care plans.
- Supported emotional well-being of patients through active listening, empathy, and therapeutic communication techniques.
- Responded quickly to sudden changes in patient conditions, including cardiac arrest or respiratory distress events.
- Assessed patients' medical conditions upon arrival to emergency department.
- Inserted intravenous lines IVs and managed patients on IV therapy.
- Educated patients and families about their conditions, treatment options, and how to manage symptoms at home.
- Treated wounds and provided wound care education for patients with various injury types.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and adjusted treatment plans accordingly.
- Intervened and stabilised patients during emergencies with immediate first aid, CPR or advanced life support care.
- Ordered diagnostic tests and requested specialist care to meet patient needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to maintain nursing knowledge and skills.
- Coordinated discharge planning with social workers, case managers, and other healthcare team members.
- Resolved or reduced patient symptoms with intramuscular, intravenous, and oral medicines.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
11.2023
Skills
- Time management and prioritisation
- Clinical documentation and reporting
- Infectious disease control
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- patient-centred care
- Friendly, positive attitude
Certification
Registration No. NMW0002815958
Timeline
Stroke Unit
Westmead Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Endoscopy
Westmead Hospital
11.2024 - 04.2025
Emergency
Westmead Hospital
05.2024 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
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