Harleen Bhangu
Burnside Heights,VIC
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate nursing graduate with extensive clinical experience, I am eager to join the NSW GradStart program. My final year of nursing studies has equipped me with strong patient care skills, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration abilities. I am committed to providing high-quality care and am enthusiastic about continuing my professional development within the supportive and dynamic environment of NSW Health. My goal is to contribute effectively to the healthcare team and to leverage the diverse opportunities offered by the GradStart program to enhance my skills and knowledge.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
RUSON Assistant in Nursing
Williamstown Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate assistance with daily activities, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and sanitation standards.
- Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Proactively identified changes in patient condition or behavior, alerting appropriate healthcare personnel for prompt intervention when necessary.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
General Internal Medicine Placement
Sunshine Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Administered medications under supervision of registered nurses, adhering to strict medication administration protocols.
- Promoted teamwork within the ward environment by consistently offering assistance to colleagues when needed or requested.
- Contributed to effective communication among healthcare professionals by accurately documenting patient information in electronic medical records.
- Supported wound care management under the supervision of nursing staff, contributing to improved healing outcomes.
- Maintained clean and organized patient rooms, ensuring a comfortable environment conducive to healing.
- Reduced risk of infection through proper handling of contaminated materials and diligent adherence to infection control protocols.
- Managed time effectively between multiple assigned patients, prioritizing tasks based on urgency and importance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for efficient care coordination and comprehensive treatment plans.
- Assisted in the admission, transfer, and discharge process, streamlining patient flow within the ward.
Mental Health Placement - Westside Lodge
Sunshine Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, doctor review, meetings related to mental health nursing best practices.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatments, coping strategies, and available resources.
- Advocated for patient rights and maintained a safe, therapeutic environment conducive to healing and recovery.
- Provided compassionate care for patients experiencing mental health crises, resulting in increased patient satisfaction.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the psychiatric unit, enhancing overall patient care standards.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop holistic treatment plans addressing the unique needs of each client.
- Navigated complex documentation requirements while maintaining strict confidentiality standards as mandated by state regulations and ethical guidelines.
- Monitored client progress to make necessary adjustments for client success.
- Decreased the risk of patient self-harm through continuous monitoring and creating a safe environment.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions for patients, promoting emotional healing and personal growth.
- Promoted a positive therapeutic milieu within the inpatient setting through consistent implementation of behavioral management techniques.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust that facilitated open communication and successful treatment outcomes.
- Administered psychiatric medications accurately and safely, contributing to the stabilization of patients'' symptoms.
RUSON/AIN at 3E - Stroke, Neurology & General Medi
Sunshine Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
- 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.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
Lower West Ward - Surgical Unit Placement
Williamstown Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2023
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
- Facilitated effective communication among healthcare team members, ensuring comprehensive understanding of patient needs and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care and improved outcomes.
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous attention to detail and thorough documentation.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Aged Care Clinical Placement
Mercy Place Wyndham
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Maintained a clean and safe living environment for all residents, ensuring their wellbeing.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Adhered strictly to infection control protocols, minimizing the risk of communicable diseases within the facility.
Subway / Sandwich artist
08.2022 - 03.2023
- My role at Subway involved preparing food, ensuring food safety, maintaining the working area clean and sanitised, collecting payments, maintaining stocks and training new employees.
Education
MOOC - Understanding Dementia -
University of Tasmania
MOOC - Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury -
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
Victoria University
11.2024
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -
Marian College
2021
Skills
Vitals monitoring
Task Prioritization
Patient Assessments
Patient Monitoring
Clinical judgment
Privacy and confidentiality
Medication Administration
Infection control standards
Direct Patient Care
ADL Assistance
Critical Thinking
Compassionate and Caring
Placements
I will ad later
References
Florence - Clinical Facilitator
Position Registered nurse
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Phone:
Abi Davis - Nurse Unit Manager at Lower West Ward
Position
Email:
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Timeline
General Internal Medicine Placement
Sunshine Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
RUSON Assistant in Nursing
Williamstown Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Mental Health Placement - Westside Lodge
Sunshine Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
RUSON/AIN at 3E - Stroke, Neurology & General Medi
Sunshine Hospital
08.2023 - 12.2023
Lower West Ward - Surgical Unit Placement
Williamstown Hospital
08.2023 - 09.2023
Aged Care Clinical Placement
Mercy Place Wyndham
07.2023 - 07.2023
Subway / Sandwich artist
08.2022 - 03.2023
MOOC - Understanding Dementia -
University of Tasmania
MOOC - Understanding Traumatic Brain Injury -
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
Victoria University
Victorian Certificate of Education (VCE) -
Marian College
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