Cassandra Kitchin
Lara,VIC
Summary
Motivated nursing student actively pursuing a diploma in nursing. My compassionate and caring nature, willingness to work in a team and clear communication style will be an asset in the healthcare environment. I have a solid knowledge of anatomy, physiology, nursing fundamentals, and medical terminology I am focused on bringing a patient centred care approach with the grounding of a holistic based perspective. This will allow me to successfully collaborate with the healthcare team and advocate for my patients. Maintains composure and responds effectively to emergencies. This will aid in my ability to quickly adapt to ever changing situations and prioritise patients needs. I will take any opportunity to strengthen my skills and I pride myself on my time management skills and friendly demeanour. Highly organized and reliable, adept at handling multiple responsibilities with a positive outlook. Willing to assume additional tasks to support team objectives.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Trade Assistance
Bunnings Warehouse
10.2013 - Current
- Collaborated with merchandising team on creating differentiated in-store experiences through unique merchandising and collateral opportunities.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise.
- Balanced and organized cash register by handling cash, counting change.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
Nursing Student
Allan David Lodge - Barwon Health
07.2023 - 08.2023
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Reported abnormal findings or changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to RN.
- Reviewed charts, doctor notes and test results to gather information on patients.
- Monitored patient health status to detect changes and unusual patterns and report to medical staff.
- Cleaned and treated wounds to avoid infection and provide protection.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
- Participated in skills lab simulations to further develop nursing skills.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Participated in nursing care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss ways of improving quality of care for patients.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
Diploma of Nursing
Victoria Fitness Academy Geelong
Geelong, VIC09.2024
Skills
- Organizational Systems
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Patient Health Information Access
- Patient Assessments
- Catheter Care
- Compassionate and Caring
- Privacy and Confidentiality
- Task Prioritization
- Patient Feeding
- Monitoring Vitals
- ADLs Assistance
- Quality of Care Standards
- Delegation and Motivation
- Nursing Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Direct patient care
- Patient advocacy
References
Barwon Health Facilitator:
Michelle Perry
MPERRY@BarwonHealth.org.au
Geelong North Bunnings,
Manager.
David Bertino
PH:0433375886
Davidbertino83@gmail.com
Timeline
Nursing Student
Allan David Lodge - Barwon Health
07.2023 - 08.2023
Trade Assistance
Bunnings Warehouse
10.2013 - Current
Diploma of Nursing
Victoria Fitness Academy Geelong
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