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JASWANT KAUR

Pooraka,SA

Summary

Career Statement A dependable Bachelor of nursing final year student seeking to obtain graduate nurse position, to work in high stress environments and stay calm under pressure. Seeking to leverage meticulous interpersonal skills, integrate knowledge gained during 10 years of role as a personal care worker in aged care setting and nursing placements undertaken while pursuing my nursing degree, I wish to enhance my experience and clinical competencies. Key Professional Summary I am a dedicated, client-focused personal care worker with fresh Nursing degree ready to bring forward my experience gained from Aged care nursing and my placements. With my patient-centric skills that I gained in my 10 years of working as a personal care worker in aged care settings especially working as an agency worker has enhanced my knowledge and experience to survive in fluctuating work environments. Approximately 960 hours of clinical placement experience will be completed by Nov 2023 from University in different clinical settings which includes Aged care (rural), general medicine, theatre and plastics/dermatology and urology (ELA 5). I am very energetic with sense of responsibilities and react quickly and positively to stressful situations. I have well-developed interpersonal skills with virtue to excel in developing effective relationships with diverse range of people (customers and team members). I possess excellent analytical and communication skills. I strongly believe that I cohesively execute tasks in a team environment as well as individually, which is reflected in my University placement feedback reports. My proficiency in computer software and applications keeps me ahead in any online self-learning modules. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Assistant

Healthcare Australia
08.2022 - Current
  • Delivered nursing-related services under supervision of Registered Nurse.
  • Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output and reported changes to nursing staff.
  • Obtained wide range of information from nursing staff about patient conditions, treatment plans and suggested activities.
  • Reviewed dietary restrictions, food allergies and preferences to implement appropriate diet.
  • Examined patients to detect open wounds, bruises and other issues requiring medical care.
  • Provided basic patient care by bathing and grooming patients, changing bedding and assisting in feeding activities.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to nursing staff.
  • Charted daily information such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages and daily inputs and outputs.
  • Organized games and other activities to engage clients and offer mental stimulation.

ELA 5, Royal Adelaide Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • F – Plastics/Derm/Urology
  • Areas of Interest
  • Anaesthetics
  • Day surgery
  • Recovery
  • Theatre
  • Outpatients
  • Critical care

Student Nurse

ELA 4, The Memorial Hospital
Adelaide, SA
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Weeks equivalent to 320 hours in Theatre
  • Learning included:
  • Assisting patients to the theatre and confirming correct documentation is available
  • Assisting the nurse preceptor and anaesthetist with airway management and making sure the patient is comfortable
  • Assisting with preparation of required anaesthetic equipment and materials as per the procedure and the patient
  • Assisting with patient transfers from the theatre table to the beds
  • Setting up the scavenging at the beginning of each shift
  • Preparing and filling out the correct documentation
  • Preparing IV fluids and priming the lines
  • Setting up arterial lines
  • Inserting LMA’s and ET tubes
  • Carrying out ISBAR handovers to the recovery nurses
  • Helping the other members of the team if they require assistance
  • Preparing anaesthetic trolleys as per the surgeon’s preference cards
  • Admitting patients to the Day Surgery Unit and confirming the identity of the patient using three identifiers and the required documents are available for procedure
  • Answering to the best of my knowledge to any patient questions
  • Performing ECG’s and Urinalysis
  • Preparing the procedure site for the patient if needed
  • Carrying out BGL’s for the patients if relevant to their health condition and appropriately documenting it
  • Carrying out vitals and appropriately documenting on the Rapid Detection and Response chart
  • Carrying out basic nursing assessments during the admission process such as checking the cognitive ability of the patient, checking skin integrity and mobility
  • Handing over discharge instructions to the patients and providing them with clear explanation on those instructions
  • Raising any concerns to the nurse preceptor
  • Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
  • Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Student Nurse

ELA, Flinders Medical Centre
Bedford Park, SA
11.2019 - 12.2019
  • General Medicine, Ward 4Aweeks equivalent to 160 hours in Acute
  • Learning included:
  • Attending to ADL’s, medication administration under the direct supervision of registered nurse
  • Performing vital signs and appropriately documenting it, raising any concerns to the nurse preceptors, and following their instructions
  • Liaising with other members of the multi-disciplinary team for better patient outcomes.
  • Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
  • Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
  • Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

Student Nurse

Boandik Crouch
Mount Gambier, SA
06.2019 - 07.2019
  • Weeks equivalent to 160 Hours in Aged Care
  • Learning included:
  • Medication management
  • Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
  • Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
  • Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of South Australia
Adelaide
07.2023

Certificate III Aged Care -

Healthcare Australia
Unley, SA
01.2010

Skills

  • Team Building
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Computer Skills
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Planning

References

References Wei Chee, Registered Nurse (Theatre) The Memorial Hospital, Adelaide Email: wei.chee@acha.org.au Mobile: 0424322094 Matthew Murray, Clinical facilitator The Memorial Hospital, Adelaide Email: matthew.murray@Acha.org.au Mobile: 0434839196 Alice Kay, Registered Nurse (Day Surgery Unit) The Memorial Hospital, Adelaide Email: alice.kay@acha.org.au

Interests

8 weeks theory and 144 hours of placement successfully accomplished at Trowbridge House, Payneham (Eldercare) Work Rights and Driving Licence Australian Citizen Current South Australian Drivers Licence with clean driving history, no demerit points and access to own vehicle Other current relevant certificates First Aid and CPR Medication competency Sunrise EMR Immunisations up to date Covid Vaccination up to date Working with children check National Police clearance DHS NDIS clearance Hand Hygiene Australia Blood Safe (Clinical Transfusion Practice) Manual Handling Online Nursing placement experience Student Registered Nurse, Mobile: , 0424288808 Kylie Hemming, Clinical facilitator Flinders Medical centre Mobile: 0458558139 Healthcare Australia, Unley 08 83381000

Timeline

ELA 5, Royal Adelaide Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023

Nursing Assistant

Healthcare Australia
08.2022 - Current

Student Nurse

ELA 4, The Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2022

Student Nurse

ELA, Flinders Medical Centre
11.2019 - 12.2019

Student Nurse

Boandik Crouch
06.2019 - 07.2019

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of South Australia

Certificate III Aged Care -

Healthcare Australia
JASWANT KAUR