Courtney Ferguson
Summary
A final year Nursing student with over 4 years’ work experience in healthcare industries. Expertise in providing support to clients and families and ensuring accurate case management. Demonstrated skills in communicating with clients and applying emotional intelligence in challenging situations. Seeking a graduate Nursing role in a supportive environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Care Assistant
Boneham Aged Care Services
07.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
Assistant in Nursing
Mount Gambier And Districts Health Service
12.2023 - Current
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Disability Support Worker
Minda
02.2021 - 06.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
Farm Hand
Glenroy Plains
12.2018 - 10.2019
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors with extreme care and precision.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Collaborated with other farm workers to complete tasks efficiently according to established schedules and protocols.
- Contributed to overall farm efficiency by performing regular equipment maintenance and repairs as needed.
Team Member
KFC
10.2016 - 11.2018
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Learned all required tasks quickly to maximise performance.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Mount Gambier, SA2024
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) -
TAFE SA
Mount Gambier, SA2021
Diploma of Business - Business
TAFE SA
Mount Gambier, SA2020
Skills
- Strong communication skills with an emphasis on listening empathetically to client needs and concerns
- Excellent planning and organisational skills with the ability to be flexible in fast-paced environments
- Efficiently and securely maintain and manage database systems
- Providing person centered care effectively and efficiently
Industry Placements
- Estia Health at Aberfoyle Park, Adelaide – ELA 2 Aged Care Placement, October 2022
- Calvary Adelaide Hospital, Adelaide – ELA 3 Acute Placement, June 2023
- Mount Gambier District Hospital, Mount Gambier – ELA 4 Acute Placement, January – March 2024
Certification
- COVID19 Training
- SMART Online Training
- First Aid
- MAPA Training
- CPR Training
Clearances
- Working with Children Check
- National Police Check
- NDIS Screening
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
Mount Gambier And Districts Health Service
12.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Boneham Aged Care Services
07.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Minda
02.2021 - 06.2023
Farm Hand
Glenroy Plains
12.2018 - 10.2019
Team Member
KFC
10.2016 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University of South Australia
Certificate III in Individual Support (Disability) -
TAFE SA
Diploma of Business - Business
TAFE SA
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