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BRIGID KAKA (Ahpra: NMW0002719346)

FITZROY CROSSING,NZ

Summary

I am a motivated Nurse with a desire to take on new challenges. I have a Strong work ethic, adaptability, and a friendly disposition. Enjoy working effectively unsupervised and can quickly master new skills. I am a passionate nurse with several years of experience in diverse healthcare settings in the community and in health care facilities. I am competent in care plan development and implementation, patient care coordination and interdisciplinary teams collaboration. I am drawn to Community Health Nursing with several years of experience providing holistic care and health education to diverse populations. Enthusiastic in conducting health assessments, developing care plans, and coordinating community resources to promote wellness and prevent disease. I have a keen interest in Rural and Remote settings, as demonstrated in my work history. I am devoted to First Nation People and aim to help them with a positive and memorable experience in any health care setting I work in.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Practice NURSE Generalist

Fitzroy Hospital
FITZROY CROSSING, WA
05.2024 - Current
  • I work in a productive busy clinic assisting First Nation People, I am a hardworking employee with a friendly disposition. I am good multitasking and time management abilities.
  • Facilitate telehealth services to enhance accessibility and patient satisfaction.
  • Assist physicians during patient examinations by taking vital signs, performing EKGs, and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis.
  • Respond promptly to patient phone inquiries related to healthcare issues.
  • Monitor vital signs during wound care procedures to ensure patient safety.
  • Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings related to development of effective treatment plans.
  • Assess and monitor patient's wound healing progress.
  • Assist with laboratory work such as taking blood samples, performing urinalysis and running fecal tests.

Practice Nurse

Derby Aboriginal Health Centre ( DAHS)
DERBY WA, WA
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Demonstrated proficiency in administering RHD BICILLIN l-a.
  • provided immunization vaccinations in compliance with all safety protocols.
  • skills in cannulation and phlebotomy techniques.
  • Experience in conducting cervical screening and woman's health STI checks.
  • wound care techniques and procedures.

Senior Practice Nurse (Primary Care)

The Palms Medical Centre
NZ
10.2017 - 05.2023
  • Demonstrated expertise in primary care by delivering comprehensive services, with a particular emphasis on health promotion and preventive measures. Conducted women's health screenings such as cervical screening and STI testing.
  • Collaborated with long-term conditions patients to effectively manage their healthcare needs.
  • Functioned as a Triage Nurse in an Urgent Care setting
  • Managed and supervised the process of administering iron infusions
  • Ensured smooth execution of the children's and adults vaccination program through effective planning and coordination.
  • Successfully provided wound care services.
  • Adept at effectively utilizing practice nurse skills to achieve positive outcomes.

Community Health Nurse (Indigenous Health)

Iwi Māori Community Health Service
NZ, NZ
08.2016 - 09.2017
  • Collaborated closely with First Nation Indigenous Maori NZ communities in my role as a Community Health Nurse.
  • Adapted well to both rural and urban work locations.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings related to development of effective treatment plans.
  • Assessed and monitored patient's wound healing progress.
  • Performed specimen collection, processing, labeling, centrifugation, slide preparation. as needed.
  • Contributed to the well-being of individuals living with long term conditions.

Senior Staff Nurse

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre,
Riyadh KSA, Riyadh Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia.
06.2010 - 06.2016
  • Engaged with Muslin community in Middle Eastern country to support indigenous communities.
  • Experienced Midwife/ Clinical Nurse with expertise in all aspects of antenatal birthing and postnatal care.
  • Administered medical treatment within the context of tertiary care.

Independent Midwife

MidCentral District Health Board region
NZ, Manawatu
01.2000 - 01.2010
  • Responded promptly to any emergency situation during labor or delivery process.
  • Assessed, monitored and evaluated the health of pregnant women and their unborn babies.
  • Performed physical examinations of pregnant women.
  • Assisted in delivering newborns and provided postnatal care to mother and baby.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members including physicians, obstetricians, pediatricians, dieticians and lactation consultants for best patient outcomes.

Staff Nurse (Women's Health)

Women's Health Unit - Palmerston North
NZ, MANAWATU
09.1997 - 02.1998
  • Provided comprehensive nursing support across all aspects of obstetrics and gynecology within a diverse multidisciplinary team.
  • Worked in a women's health ward on rostered shifts
  • Maintained up-to-date records of patient history, treatments, medications, test results and other relevant information.
  • Provided direct care to patients, including wound dressing, medication administration, IV therapy, and vital sign monitoring.

Community Health Nurse (Indigenous)

MidCentralMāorMāoriMāori Community Health Service
NZ, Manawatu
09.1996 - 09.1997

Scheduled and conducted well-child check appointments in a timely manner in their homes and the community

Worked collaboratively with Maori Families and their children under the Indigenous umbrella.

Ensuring baby milestones were met according to there Well Child Growth charts and Cognitive Development

Facilitated Health School Checks and provided Family Education.

Provided Education on Immunization and car safety

Gained an increased knowledge and appreciation for Maori Cultural Perspectives

Staff Nurse (Operating Theatre)

Manawatu Health Board - Palmerston North Hospital
NZ
03.1993 - 06.1996
  • Supported surgeons throughout complex surgical procedures by providing instrumentation or retracting tissue when needed.
  • Prepared OR suites for upcoming surgeries by gathering necessary supplies and instruments according to protocol guidelines.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients undergoing surgery.
  • Instructed patients about post-operative instructions such as activity restrictions or wound care instructions following discharge from the hospital.
  • Monitored vital signs, documented changes in patient status and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.

Staff Nurse (Mental Health)

Kimberley Psychopaedic Hospital
Levin, Horowhenua District NZ
11.1992 - 03.1993
  • Developed and implemented innovative programs to enhance the potential of mentally challenged individuals
  • Implemented programs and routines to enhance the normalization process for individuals with cognitive impairments

Education

Bachelor of Midwifery -

Massey University
01.2000

Registered Midwife -

Massey University
01.2000

Diploma of Nursing (Registered Comprehensive Nurse) -

HorowhenuaPsychopaedicrosteredManawatu Polytechnic
01.1991

Skills

  • Immunization Administration Certified NP/AUZ/NZ
  • Sexual Health Education
  • Cervical cancer prevention Certified smear taker
  • Wound Dressing
  • Phlebotomy certification
  • Cannulation certification
  • Telehealth Facilitator
  • Education and prevention RHD,
  • administration Bicillin L-A
  • Resuscitation Level 5 St John
  • ACLS Core Advanced

References

Available on request

Timeline

Practice NURSE Generalist

Fitzroy Hospital
05.2024 - Current

Practice Nurse

Derby Aboriginal Health Centre ( DAHS)
08.2023 - 04.2024

Senior Practice Nurse (Primary Care)

The Palms Medical Centre
10.2017 - 05.2023

Community Health Nurse (Indigenous Health)

Iwi Māori Community Health Service
08.2016 - 09.2017

Senior Staff Nurse

King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre,
06.2010 - 06.2016

Independent Midwife

MidCentral District Health Board region
01.2000 - 01.2010

Staff Nurse (Women's Health)

Women's Health Unit - Palmerston North
09.1997 - 02.1998

Community Health Nurse (Indigenous)

MidCentralMāorMāoriMāori Community Health Service
09.1996 - 09.1997

Staff Nurse (Operating Theatre)

Manawatu Health Board - Palmerston North Hospital
03.1993 - 06.1996

Staff Nurse (Mental Health)

Kimberley Psychopaedic Hospital
11.1992 - 03.1993

Bachelor of Midwifery -

Massey University

Registered Midwife -

Massey University

Diploma of Nursing (Registered Comprehensive Nurse) -

HorowhenuaPsychopaedicrosteredManawatu Polytechnic
BRIGID KAKA (Ahpra: NMW0002719346)