Kaitlyn Johns
Mermaid Waters,QLD
Summary
Thoughtful Assistant Midwife with distinguished knowledge of providing Labour and Delivery care for birthing and new mothers. Skilled in closely monitoring vital signs and dedicated to both safety and happiness of patients. Closely monitors health while maintaining stringent focus on patient comfort and safety. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Placement specialist position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Midwife
Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2019 - Current
- Working as a dedicated and compassionate assistant midwife and support worker, providing exceptional care to expectant mothers and their families
- Supporting midwifery teams and delivering safe and personalized birthing experiences
- Skilled in providing emotional support, assisting with patient care, and ensuring a comfortable and nurturing environment
- Proficient in maintaining patient records and facilitating communication between healthcare providers and patients
- Known for fostering positive relationships with patients and colleagues while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and confidentiality.
- Followed all safety policies and procedures to create a safe environment for patients and employees
- Provided direct care to mothers before, during, and after childbirth
- Assisted with activities of daily living and monitored vital signs
- Assisted in labor support techniques and medical procedures
- Adhered to infection control practices.
Private Support Worker
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided support to individuals with Down Syndrome
- Adapted communication styles to individual needs
- Demonstrated patience and adaptability
- Used positive reinforcement and encouragement
- Gained knowledge of developmental milestones and common health issues associated with Down Syndrome
- Collaborated with other support workers, healthcare professionals, educators, and family members.
Ride Operator
Movie World (Village Road Shows)
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed all safety policies and procedures to create a safe environment for guests and employees
- Interacted with guests on a constant basis
- Demonstrated customer service as a top priority, providing a friendly environment for all guests
- Operated amusement devices and executed all verbal instructions to a high standard
- Reported faults and monitored technical equipment
- Reported hazards, near misses, injuries, and incidents
- Ensured workplace safety through cooperation with management and team members.
Supervisor
Boost Juice
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Developed product knowledge and provided information to customers
- Maintained food safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards
- Ensured a healthy and safe working environment
- Adhered to security policies and procedures
- Managed complaints and the store
- Developed team members and achieved optimum results in customer experience, operational procedures, sales growth, and profitability
- Managed procurement, store banking, and finances.
Education
Undergraduate of Midwifery -
Griffith University
St John Ambulance Cadets
Completion of Year 12 -
Miami State High School
01.2016
Skills
- Maternal health education
- Labour and Delivery Support
- High-Risk Pregnancy Care
- Postpartum Care
- Daily living support
- Housekeeping tasks
- Health and safety awareness
- Daily living assistance
- Customer Service
- Safety Monitoring
- Emergency evacuation procedures
- Ride operations
- Policy compliance
- Safety Procedures
- Training and mentoring
- Staff Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
Otherdocuments
- Police Check Current
- Blue card Current
- Drivers license and car Current
Key clinical and administrative skills
- Assisted with the development, implementation and evaluation of care plans.
- Assisted with the completion of health assessments.
- Assisted with the management of a five patient load.
- Assisted clients in a vast range of clients activities of daily living.
- Collaborative work with Physiotherapists, Speech Pathologists, Podiatrists, Pharmacists, Medical Officers, Nutritionists, Orthopaedic Surgeons, Psychologists, Registered Nurses, Endorsed Enrolled Nurses and Assistant in Nursing professionals.
- Development of reflective practice skills.
- Development of critical thinking skills.
- Continuous professional development with clinical facilitators.
- Proficient with the use of Microsoft office 2016 including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
- Proficient with computers and systems (such as RiskMan)
- Sound knowledge and use of Excel 2016 formulas (VLOOKUP, Conditional Formatting, ISBLANK).
- Sound time management and organisational skills
- High-level communication and interpersonal skills.
- High-level administrative skills such as filing, record management and data entry etc.
Other training and Education
- First Aid / Wound Care
- Basic and Advanced Life Support
References
- Kylie Wickens, Team Leader in Birth Suite, 0401 477 812
- Robbie Quinnell, Work Colleague, 0420 316 756
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer First Aid at the Gold Coast Marathon St John Ambulance Service 2016
- Leadership Camp St John Ambulance Service 2016
- Volunteer First Aid at the Good Life Music Festival St John Ambulance Service 2015-2016
- Volunteer First Aid at the Gold Coast Show St John Ambulance Service 2015-2016
- Volunteer First Aid at Broadwater Parklands ANZAC service. St John Ambulance Service 2015-2016
Timeline
Private Support Worker
01.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Midwife
Gold Coast University Hospital
01.2019 - Current
Ride Operator
Movie World (Village Road Shows)
01.2018 - 01.2019
Supervisor
Boost Juice
01.2017 - 01.2018
Undergraduate of Midwifery -
Griffith University
St John Ambulance Cadets
Completion of Year 12 -
Miami State High School
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