Emma Courtney Pearce
Burpengary,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Graduate Registered Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient care, emergency response, and medication administration. Excel in communication, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless collaboration with healthcare teams and optimal patient support.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Undergraduate Student in Nursing
Qld Children’s Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- I work casually in a variety of wards ranging from medical to mental health
- My main duty is 1:1 clinical supervision with patients who require a high level of support
- These often include patients with complex conditions, complex behaviours and eating disorders
- I provide emotional support, monitor vital signs, report any concerns to the RN and communicate therapeutically with patients and their family
University 3rd Year 4-Week Placement
Peninsula Private Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
- I completed a 4-week Nursing placement caring for medical/surgical patients under RN supervision
- For the 4 patients I was allocated, I received and gave handovers, closely monitored vital signs, ensured safe medication administration, supported activities of daily living and applied empathy to every care
- I also ensured accurate and timely documentation and awaited approval from the RN
- I enjoyed creating a positive rapport with the patients and spending quality time with them where appropriate
University 3rd Year 3-Week Placement
Healthscope Peninsula Private Hospital
Kippa-Ring, QLD
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked successfully within diverse, multidisciplinary teams to accomplish patient goals and resolve issues related to care, and contribute my knowledge of patient needs.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of treatment plans and instructions.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, preventive measures, and disease management strategies.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate., according to established protocols.
- Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
- Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
- Provided emotional support for patients undergoing stressful situations or treatments.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to professional practice needs.
- Attended weekly case conferences with interdisciplinary team members.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while providing quality care.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Administered oral medications accurately according to physician's orders.
- Organized supplies and equipment needed for each procedure performed.
- Assessed patient responses to treatments or interventions promptly.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Managed time effectively to prioritize patient care tasks.
- Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Supported post-operative care, monitoring for complications and promoting recovery.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare team.
- Assisted with patient mobility, employing safe lifting techniques.
- Followed all hospital and nursing protocols for patient safety and confidentiality.
- Engaged in clinical rotations across various departments to gain diverse experience.
- Participated in patient assessments and contributed to care plans.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes with attention to infection control.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
S2/S3 Pharmacy Assistant
Terry White
Kippa-Ring
01.2020 - 08.2023
- I worked part-time and my primary role was assisting customers, maintaining stock and cleaning
- I also acquired knowledge about a variety of S2/S3 medications, made appropriate suggestions to customers and consulted the pharmacists with any questions and concerns
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
UniSC
Petrie04.2024
Year 12 -
Grace Lutheran College
Rothwell12.2021
Skills
- Care plan implementation
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Education
- Wound Management
- Compassionate Care
- Cultural competence
- Patient rights advocacy
- Geriatric Care
- Healthcare ethics
- Clinical judgment
- Health Promotion
- Clinical Documentation
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing the violin
- Learning Chinese
- Volunteering with the Rotary Club of Kippa-Ring
Accomplishments
- Current, Bachelor of Nursing Science – UniSC, Petrie – 3rd Year
- 08/2021, Year 12 at Grace Lutheran College, Rothwell
- Grace Lutheran College - Long Tan Award and Citizenship Award
References
- Christine Saville, Clinical Facilitator, Redcliffe Hospital, 0401 048 977, christinesaville21@gmail.com
- Sharon Drummond, Clinical Facilitator, Peninsula Private Hospital, 07 3883 9378, sharon.drummond@healthscope.com.au
Career Experience
- 08/01/23, Current, Undergraduate Student in Nursing, Qld Children’s Hospital, I work casually in a variety of wards ranging from medical to mental health. My main duty is 1:1 clinical supervision with patients who require a high level of support. These often include patients with complex conditions, complex behaviours and eating disorders. I provide emotional support, monitor vital signs, report any concerns to the RN and communicate therapeutically with patients and their family.
- 04/08/24, 05/05/24, University 3rd Year 4-Week Placement, Peninsula Private Hospital, I completed a 4-week Nursing placement caring for medical/surgical patients under RN supervision. For the 4 patients I was allocated, I received and gave handovers, closely monitored vital signs, ensured safe medication administration, supported activities of daily living and applied empathy to every care. I also ensured accurate and timely documentation and awaited approval from the RN. I enjoyed creating a positive rapport with the patients and spending quality time with them where appropriate.
- 05/01/20, 08/01/23, S2/S3 Pharmacy Assistant, Terry White, Kippa-Ring, I worked part-time and my primary role was assisting customers, maintaining stock and cleaning. I also acquired knowledge about a variety of S2/S3 medications, made appropriate suggestions to customers and consulted the pharmacists with any questions and concerns.
Languages
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Timeline
University 3rd Year 4-Week Placement
Peninsula Private Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
University 3rd Year 3-Week Placement
Healthscope Peninsula Private Hospital
04.2024 - 05.2024
Undergraduate Student in Nursing
Qld Children’s Hospital
08.2023 - Current
S2/S3 Pharmacy Assistant
Terry White
01.2020 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Nursing Science -
UniSC
Year 12 -
Grace Lutheran College
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