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Claudia Christenson

Summary

Dedicated nursing student currently working towards a Bachelor of Nursing at The University of Notre Dame. Solid understanding of anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals, and the role of nurses in interdisciplinary context. Excellent clinical and people skills, and a strong work ethic. Eager to continue learning and developing professional skills.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Placement

Prince Of Wales Hospital
06.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with RNs to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Performed primary A-G assessments.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.


Team Leader

Hornsby RSL
10.2019 - Current
  • Monitored team performance and provided constructive feedback to increase productivity and maintain quality standards.
  • Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
  • Conducted training and mentored team members to promote productivity and commitment to friendly service.
  • Promoted high standards through personal example to help each member understand expected behaviour and standards.
  • Employee of the Month May 2021
  • Employee of the Year 2021

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Placement

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
11.2022 - 12.2022
  • Performed pre and post-operative care.
  • Administration of blood transfusions.
  • Managed surgical and chest drains.
  • Provided education on post-surgical care.
  • Changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs of patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.

Medical-Surgical Placement

Norwest Private Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed health and medication history.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Performed neurological, respiratory, cardiovascular, and gastrointestinal assessments.

Cardio Placement

Concord Repatriation General Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Administered oral medications and monitored responses.
  • Used Aseptic Non-Touch Technique
  • Updated patient charts with SOAPIER and A-G notes.
  • Performed simple wound care and dressing changes on schedule.

Rehabilitation Placement

The Hills Private Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021
  • Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
  • Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming, and other hygiene needs.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Sydney, NSW
12.2023

High School Certificate -

Brigidine College St. Ives
St. Ives, NSW
10.2018

Skills

  • Hardworking
  • Team Player
  • Critical Thinking
  • Time Management
  • Empathy
  • Dedicated to Learning

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR
  • Basic Emergency Life Support
  • Working with Children Check
  • Police Check


Timeline

Emergency Placement

Prince Of Wales Hospital
06.2023 - Current

Cardiothoracic and Vascular Placement

Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
11.2022 - 12.2022

Medical-Surgical Placement

Norwest Private Hospital
06.2022 - 07.2022

Cardio Placement

Concord Repatriation General Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021

Rehabilitation Placement

The Hills Private Hospital
06.2021 - 07.2021

Team Leader

Hornsby RSL
10.2019 - Current

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia

High School Certificate -

Brigidine College St. Ives
Claudia Christenson