Emma-Lee Woods
Whyalla,SA
Summary
Graduate Enrolled Nurse looking to start a career in nursing and utilize skills learnt throughout time as a student nurse at TAFE SA. Willing to further develop this knowledge and skillset, including undertaking further study, complete workshops and short courses where necessary.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
03.2023 - Current
- Improved client independence by developing personalized support plans tailored to individual needs and goals.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, ensuring optimal client wellbeing.
- Followed NDIS policies and guidelines to ensure client well being.
- Effectively managed own business as sole trader, completed managerial roles such as time-keeping and invoicing.
- Assisted clients to access community, provided social and emotional support.
Nursing Student
Whyalla Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities and effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
- Triaged appropriately with fellow health care providers such as; physicians, duty doctors, pharmacy, physiotherapists, psychologists and occupational therapists.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Assisted in development of individualized care plans to effectively address each patient's unique needs and preferences.
- Followed the facility's procedures appropriately regarding infection control and hygiene policies
- Provided patient education using effective and appropriate communication skills.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through comprehensive treatment planning.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with thorough preparation of documentation, medication education, and follow-up appointments for patients.
- Promoted culture of learning within clinical setting by sharing knowledge gained from educational experiences with peers and mentors.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Assisted nurses in wound care procedures, ensuring proper technique was applied to promote optimal healing outcomes for patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records through diligent documentation of vital signs, interventions performed, and any changes in patient condition or behaviour.
- Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing patients'' needs, enabling timely identification of potential concerns requiring intervention from nursing staff or physicians.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Applied evidence-based practices when providing nursing care to ensure that interventions were grounded in current research and best practice guidelines.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections; monitored and documented responses.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Customer Service Representative
KFC
01.2021 - 03.2023
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and providing accurate information.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service during peak hours.
- Enhanced team productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
- Prepared high-quality food items following established recipes and safety guidelines for consistent results.
- Contributed to sales growth by upselling menu items and promoting limited-time offerings.
- Expedited orders with accuracy, resulting in reduced wait times for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals, maintaining excellent communication and teamwork.
- Managed cash register transactions accurately, ensuring proper handling of cash and credit card payments.
- Assisted in inventory management, monitoring stock levels, and placing orders as needed to maintain adequate supplies.
- Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Trained new crew members on company policies, procedures, and best practices for optimal performance.
- Adhered to food safety regulations by consistently practicing proper sanitation techniques in the kitchen area.
- Maintained restaurant cleanliness through regular cleaning duties such as sweeping, mopping, and wiping down surfaces.
- Supported management in achieving operational efficiency by completing additional tasks as assigned.
- Demonstrated exceptional multitasking abilities while managing multiple orders during busy shifts without compromising quality or service standards.
- Utilized strong problem-solving skills when addressing equipment malfunctions or other unexpected challenges within the workplace environment.
- Promoted a positive atmosphere among coworkers through proactive collaboration and effective conflict resolution strategies when necessary.
- Streamlined drive-thru order processing by utilizing clear communication techniques with both customers and team members.
- Optimized speed of service by quickly assembling food items and packaging them for customer convenience.
- Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
- Became familiar with products to answer questions and make suggestions.
- Restocked workstations with supplies and food display cases with fresh selections to decrease customer waiting during busy periods.
- Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store neat and running smoothly.
Nursing Student
Copperhouse House Court Nursing Home
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities and effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans to effectively address each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
- Participated in clinical rotations across various departments for well-rounded exposure to diverse nursing practices.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Assisted nurses in wound care procedures, ensuring proper technique was applied to promote optimal healing outcomes for patients.
- Maintained accurate medical records through diligent documentation of vital signs, interventions performed, and any changes in patient condition or behavior.
- Effectively communicated with diverse populations of patients using active listening skills and empathy to build rapport during interactions.
- Conducted thorough head-to-toe assessments on assigned patients during each shift, identifying any abnormalities that required further attention from healthcare providers.
- Participated in patient care conferences, contributing valuable insight and advocating for the needs of individual patients.
- Actively sought feedback from nursing staff and incorporated constructive criticism into personal practice for continuous improvement and professional growth.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Inputted accurate patient data on computer healthcare system to enable tracking history standardize process.
- Observed patient care outcomes to facilitate ongoing quality care.
- Maintained personal growth and development through ongoing process of formal and informal education.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Nursing Student
Yeltana Nursing Home
06.2022 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities and effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Contributed to a safe and hygienic environment by adhering to strict infection control protocols and maintaining proper sanitation procedures.
- Developed strong time management skills through effective prioritization of tasks, allowing for increased efficiency in the workplace.
- Bathed, changed and fed patients suffering from discomfort, ailments and disabilities to provide extra assistance and care.
- 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.
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled Nursing
Tafe SA
Whyalla11.2023
Skills
- Daily Living Requirements
- Independent Living Support
- Family Communication
- Disability Services
- Incident Reports
- Client Education
- Risk Assessments
- Personal Care
- Home Healthcare Services
- Relationship Building
- Progress Documentation
- Client Confidentiality
- Disability Awareness
- Team Leadership
- Housekeeping Skills
- Therapeutic Interventions
- Health and Safety
- Recreational Activities
- Elderly Care
- Lifestyle Support
- Emotional Support
- Documentation Skills
- Daily Living Assistance
- Mobility Support
- Behaviour Support Plans
- Infection Control Standards
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Medical Records Management
- Specimen Collection
- ADL Assistance
- Mobility Assistance
- Catheter Care
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- IV Setup
- Medication Administration
- Routine Examinations
- Patient Education
- Chronic Disease Management
- Health Promotion
- Patient Assessments
- Patient Feeding
- Medical Documentation
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Problem Solving
- Cultural Competence
- Ethical Decision-Making
- Active Listening
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Patient Assessment
- Self-Reflection
- Empathy and Compassion
- Stress Management
- Pain Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Equipment Sterilization
- Care Coordination
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Rehabilitation Assistance
- Patient Consultation
- Wound Care
- Patient Examination
- Treatment Preparation
- Nursing Consultation
- Home Care
- Community Program Referrals
- Patient admission and discharge planning
- mental health care and documentation
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Insulin Medication Assistance
- Case Management
- Individual Support Plans
- Client Needs Assessment
- Safety Management
- Palliative Care
- Educational Support
- Social Skills Development
- Engaging Personality
- Reliable and Punctual
- Organization and Planning
- Personal Hygiene Maintenance
- Stress Tolerance and Resilience
- Attention to Detail Focus
- Patience and Empathy
- Interpersonal Relationship Building
- Initiative and Proactivity
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Inventory Management
- community access and support
- wound care
- catheter care
- Subcutaneous, IVT and IM administration
- ISBAR handover
- Triaging
- Care planning
- Invoicing
- Management
- Time-keeping
Additional Information
References
Sarah Simmonds
Registered Nurse, Whyalla hospital
sarahcaitlynsimmonds@hotmail.com
0448877252
Narelle Darby
Clinical facilliator, Helping Hand Aged Care, Whyalla
ndarby@helpinghand.org.au
0438529378
Certification
First Aid & CPR
Manual Handling
Working with vulnerable people clearance
Working with children clearance
National police clearance
Timeline
Nursing Student
Whyalla Hospital
05.2023 - 07.2023
Disability Support Worker
Self Employed
03.2023 - Current
Nursing Student
Copperhouse House Court Nursing Home
01.2023 - 02.2023
Nursing Student
Yeltana Nursing Home
06.2022 - 07.2022
Customer Service Representative
KFC
01.2021 - 03.2023
Diploma of Nursing - Enrolled Nursing
Tafe SA
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