Jemima Jepleting
Munno Parra,SA
Summary
Recent Nursing Graduate, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA), seeking a challenging and rewarding Graduate Nurse position. Brings hands-on clinical experience from diverse placements, including perioperative, rehabilitation, acute medical, and aged care settings. Additionally, has professional experience in disability care, providing person-centered support, medication administration, and assistance with daily living activities. Passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centered care, with a strong commitment to evidence-based practice, teamwork, and continuous learning. Dedicated to making a positive impact within a dynamic healthcare environment.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Team Leader Disability Support Care
Better Care Australia
05.2021 - Current
- Leadership & Supervision – Managed and supported a team of disability support workers to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Client-Centered Support – Provided person-centered care, assisting clients with daily living activities, personal care, and social engagement.
- Roster & Scheduling Management – Coordinated staff schedules, ensuring adequate coverage and compliance with care plans.
- Training & Development – Provided guidance, mentoring, and training to team members to enhance skills and service quality.
- Incident & Risk Management – Monitored and addressed incidents, ensuring compliance with safety and care protocols.
- Support Plan Implementation – Assisted in developing, reviewing, and updating individualized support plans.
- Medication & Health Monitoring – Ensured proper medication administration and monitored clients' health and well-being.
- Family & Stakeholder Communication – Maintained professional communication with families, healthcare professionals, and service providers.
- Documentation & Compliance – Managed reports, progress notes, and NDIS compliance documentation
Acute Medical Unit Placement
Lyell McEwin Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Patient Care & Assessment – Assisted in conducting comprehensive patient assessments, including vital signs monitoring and clinical observations.
- Medication Administration (Under Supervision) – Assisted in medication rounds, observed administration, and learned about pharmacological interventions.
- Wound Care & Management – Supported nurses in dressing changes, pressure injury prevention, and wound monitoring.
- IV Therapy & Fluid Balance – Monitored IV infusions, fluid intake/output, and assisted with cannulation preparation.
- Emergency Response Support – Assisted in responding to deteriorating patients, including escalation to senior nurses and doctors.
- Infection Control & Hygiene – Maintained strict infection prevention protocols, including PPE use and hand hygiene.
- Patient Mobility & Falls Prevention – Assisted in patient repositioning, transfers, and mobilization to prevent complications.
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration – Worked alongside doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Patient Education & Support – Provided emotional support, health education, and discharge planning assistance under supervision.
- Electronic Documentation & Reporting – Maintained accurate progress notes and assisted in updating patient records.
- Performed various administrative tasks by filing, copying and faxing documents.
Surgical Ward Placement
Royal Adelaide Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
- Pre- & Post-Operative Care – Assisted in preparing patients for surgery and provided post-operative monitoring, including pain management and wound care.
- Vital Signs & Clinical Observations – Monitored and recorded patients' vital signs, identifying any signs of deterioration.
- Wound Care & Dressing Changes – Assisted with post-operative wound assessments, dressing changes, and infection prevention.
- Medication Administration (Under Supervision) – Assisted in medication rounds, including analgesics, anticoagulants, and IV therapies.
- Catheter & Drain Management – Monitored and recorded urinary catheters, wound drains, and surgical site care.
- Pain Management Support – Assisted in assessing pain levels and implementing non-pharmacological pain relief strategies.
- Mobility & Rehabilitation Support – Helped patients with early mobilization to prevent complications such as DVT and pneumonia.
- Infection Control & Aseptic Techniques – Followed strict infection control measures, including PPE use and sterile procedures.
- Patient Education & Discharge Planning – Provided health education on wound care, medications, and post-operative recovery under supervision.
- Electronic Documentation & Communication – Maintained accurate patient progress notes and collaborated with the multidisciplinary team.
Perioperative Unit Placement
Lyell McEwin Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Pre-Operative Care – Assisted in preparing patients for surgery, including assessments, consent verification, and pre-op hygiene preparation.
- Intra-Operative Support – Observed surgical procedures, maintained sterile techniques, and assisted in instrument preparation.
- Post-Operative Care & Monitoring – Monitored patients in the recovery room (PACU), assessing vital signs, pain levels, and airway management.
- Surgical Asepsis & Infection Control – Maintained strict aseptic techniques and adhered to infection prevention protocols.
- Pain Management – Assisted in pain assessment and administration of analgesics under supervision.
- Airway & Breathing Support – Assisted in monitoring post-anesthesia patients, ensuring safe recovery from sedation.
- Medication Management (Under Supervision) – Observed and assisted in medication administration, including IV fluids and post-op medications.
- Patient Positioning & Safety – Assisted in positioning patients for surgery and ensuring proper pressure area care.
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team – Worked alongside anesthetists, surgeons, nurses, and allied health professionals.
- Documentation & Communication – Recorded observations, updated progress notes, and ensured accurate handovers.
Rehabilitation Unit Placement
Modbury Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2023
- Patient Rehabilitation & Mobility Support – Assisted patients with mobility exercises, transfers, and use of assistive devices to promote independence.
- Vital Signs & Clinical Observations – Monitored and documented vital signs, neurological observations, and pain levels.
- Wound Care & Pressure Injury Prevention – Assisted with dressing changes, skin integrity assessments, and repositioning to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Medication Administration (Under Supervision) – Assisted in medication rounds, including pain management, anticoagulants, and rehabilitation-related medications.
- Falls Prevention & Safety Measures – Conducted falls risk assessments and assisted with implementing preventive strategies.
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration – Worked alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists, nurses, and doctors to support patient recovery.
- Patient & Family Education – Provided education on mobility techniques, self-care strategies, and discharge planning under supervision.
- Infection Control & Hygiene – Adhered to strict infection control measures, including hand hygiene and PPE protocols.
- Electronic Documentation & Progress Notes – Maintained accurate patient records and participated in team handovers
- Emotional & Psychological Support – Assisted patients in adjusting to rehabilitation challenges and promoted mental well-being.
Aged Care Placement
Southern Cross Aged Care Facility
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted residents with personal care (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting) while promoting dignity and independence.
- Monitored residents’ vital signs and reported changes in health status to senior staff.
- Supported mobility and rehabilitation, including transfers, repositioning, and exercise encouragement.
- Observed medication administration and assisted with non-medicated treatments under supervision.
- Provided emotional and social support, engaging residents in activities to enhance well-being.
- Maintained infection control standards, including hand hygiene, PPE use, and environmental cleanliness.
- Accurately documented progress notes and communicated effectively with healthcare teams.
Assisted in end-of-life and palliative care, ensuring comfort and dignity for residents.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Flinders University
Adelaide, South Australia12.2024
Diploma of Arts -
South Australian Institute of Business and Technology
02.2020
Certificate III in Individual Support - Ageing, Home and Community
SMP Training College
04.2019
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Communication
- Empathy & Compassion
- Teamwork & Leadership
- Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient safety
- Problem-solving
- Personal hygiene assistance
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Certificate III in Aged Care and Disability Support
- Current First Aid Certificate
- Manual Handling Certificate
- Police Clearance
- DCSI Working with Vulnerable People
- DCSI Disability Sector Clearance
- DCSI Working with Children Clearance
- Full South Australian Driver’s License
Timeline
Acute Medical Unit Placement
Lyell McEwin Hospital
07.2024 - 09.2024
Surgical Ward Placement
Royal Adelaide Hospital
03.2024 - 05.2024
Perioperative Unit Placement
Lyell McEwin Hospital
11.2023 - 12.2023
Rehabilitation Unit Placement
Modbury Hospital
02.2022 - 03.2023
Aged Care Placement
Southern Cross Aged Care Facility
11.2021 - 12.2021
Team Leader Disability Support Care
Better Care Australia
05.2021 - Current
Diploma of Arts -
South Australian Institute of Business and Technology
Certificate III in Individual Support - Ageing, Home and Community
SMP Training College
Bachelor of Nursing -
Flinders University
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