Gracie Wright
Brisbane/Sunshine Coast,Queensland
Summary
Background in high-level Rugby 7s fuels passion for health profession in sports. Experience at Brisbane Broncos includes sports nutrition research and development of educational materials to enhance athlete performance. Proven collaboration with dietitians and sports performance teams to implement effective nutrition practices. Previous role as Assistant in Nursing involved patient care, monitoring vital signs, and providing emotional support, contributing to a positive healthcare environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nutrition Assistant
Brisbane Broncos
Redhill , Qld
11.2024 - Current
- Assisted in meal preparation for athletes and staff at professional sports facility.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas daily.
- Ensured proper food storage and labeling to maintain safety standards.
- Collaborated with past and current sports APDs to implement meal plans for optimal performance.
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies as needed.
- Educated team members on healthy eating habits and nutritional guidelines.
- Cleaned dishes, pots, pans, utensils, tables, chairs, ovens, stoves, grills after each meal period.
- Conducted research on current sports nutrition trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with dietitians to create educational materials for athletes.
- Provided nutritional guidance during training sessions and events.
- Monitored athletes' progress by assessing body composition, blood chemistry.
- Conducted research on the latest trends in sports nutrition and dietary supplements.
- Created handouts and brochures containing information about healthy eating habits.
- Analyzed food labels and created nutrient profiles for various foods.
- Researched calories and nutritional content of various meals and summarized data in comprehensive reports.
Assistant in Nursing
St. Nicholas Aged Care
Highgate Hill, Qld
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted patients with daily living activities and personal hygiene needs.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to patients during care.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of patient rooms and common areas.
- Documented patient information accurately in medical records systems.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Aided in mobility exercises and physical therapy sessions for patients.
- Followed infection control protocols to ensure patient safety and health standards.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals, and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Conducted patient education on health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
Barista
Mcdonalds
Milton , Qld
06.2021 - Current
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas, equipment, and customer seating.
- Operated espresso machines and other coffee equipment efficiently and safely.
- Monitored inventory levels and restocked supplies as needed throughout shifts.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines to pass state inspections.
- Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Implemented inventory management systems to track supplies and reduce waste.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD11-2025
Skills
- Nutritional analysis
- Patient care
- Effective communication
- Research skills
- Team collaboration
- Sports nutrition
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
Affiliations
My background as a competitive rugby player and current involvement in marathon training have provided me with firsthand insight into the nutritional demands, physical challenges, and psychological resilience required in sport. Competing at a high level in rugby taught me the importance of fuelling for performance, recovery, and injury prevention, while endurance running has deepened my understanding of periodised nutrition strategies, hydration, and energy management over prolonged activity. These experiences have not only enhanced my appreciation for the science underpinning sports nutrition but have also driven my passion to apply evidence-based dietary interventions to optimise athletic performance.
Accomplishments
- I have consistently demonstrated excellence in both sport and academics. As a junior athlete, I represented my state in cross country at the U16, U17, and U18 levels, and held multiple leadership roles including High School Sports Captain, First XV Rugby Captain, and Captain of the Queensland U17 Rugby 7s team. Academically, I received a Silver Academic Award and the Queensland Catholic Education Award in year 12. At university, I showed initiative and determination by independently securing a professional placement with the Brisbane Broncos, becoming one of the first QUT students to undertake this unique opportunity, which allowed me to integrate high-performance sports nutrition practice with my studies. These achievements reflect my leadership, perseverance, and ability to create opportunities that align with my passion for sports dietetics.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Student Nutrition Assistant
Brisbane Broncos
11.2024 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
St. Nicholas Aged Care
06.2023 - Current
Barista
Mcdonalds
06.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition Sciences
Queensland University of Technology
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