Chelsea Appleby

• Elevated the quality of student life by coordinating extracurricular activities that fostered personal growth, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Streamlined administrative processes through the effective use of technology platforms designed specifically for higher education institutions.
• Collaborated with faculty to create customized learning plans for students with unique needs or challenges.
• Promoted diversity and inclusion through targeted outreach efforts to underserved populations.
• Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
• Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.

Lyell McEwin Hospital:

Midwifery Group Practice (1/1/24-14/1/24):

• Educated mothers and families on pregnancy-related topics to inform and prepare for pregnancy, childbirth and newborn care.
• Empowered mothers to make informed decisions about their care through comprehensive education on pregnancy, childbirth, and newborn care.
• Fostered strong relationships with patients and their families, promoting open communication and trust in the care provided.
• Promoted a calm and supportive environment for patients throughout their labor experience, utilizing various pain management techniques.

Birthing and Assessment Unit (15/1/24 - 28/1/24):

• Took records of birthdates and times, baby weights, lengths, head circumferences and APGAR scores.
• Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
• Promoted a safe and comfortable birthing environment by implementing evidence-based practices in pain management techniques.
• Reduced complications during childbirth with vigilant monitoring of maternal and fetal wellbeing throughout labor.

Special Care Nursery (29/1/24 - 11/2/24):

• Performed neonatal assessments by checking baby's vital signs and performing physical exams to determine overall health.
• Supported families during the process following neonatal admission to the special care nursery with empathetic emotional support and resource referrals.
• Provided exceptional care to newborns with congenital defects, prematurity and other conditions.
• Administered medications and fluids to newborn patients as dictated by physician instructions on charts.
• Reduced risk of infection among neonatal patients through diligent adherence to infection control protocols within the NICU environment.

Women's and Children's Hospital:

Postnatal Ward 25/3/24 - 07/4/24):

• Provided postnatal care by monitoring mother and baby health, identifying potential health concerns and providing advice to support mothers.
• Facilitated patient referrals to specialists for advanced post-natal care.
• Developed and maintained patient records and documentation.
• Educated patients on breastfeeding and provided lactation support.