Kerena Naidu
Logan,Queensland
Summary
An enthusiastic, adaptable, and motivated second-year undergraduate nursing student with experience in supporting activities of daily living (ADLs), monitoring vital signs, safely administering medications, and developing strong interpersonal and professional relationships. Committed to providing safe, quality patient-centred care by supporting the individual needs of patients whilst helping them achieve their personal goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
Algester Lodge Nursing Home
01.2024 - Current
- Provided care for residents, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation based on individual needs.
- Oversaw and maintained residents' rooms and group living areas.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for resident health and satisfaction.
- Participated in fun group activities with residents to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Documented progress notes, bowel charts and behavioural assessment forms every shift.
Student Nurse
Logan Hospital
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on the well-being of patients.
- Conducted regular health assessments, including ECGs, neurovascular, neurological and postural blood pressure assessments, on patients with specific health conditions or as a nursing intervention.
- Managed three patient workloads, including care provision, ADLs, documentation and handover delivery.
Student Nurse
Logan Central Community Mental Health Care
08.2024 - 08.2024
- Built competency in informally documenting mental status examinations (MSEs) and risk assessments using correct medical terminology.
- Gained more knowledge and familiarised myself with substance use disorders, substances commonly misused and drugs used for treatment.
- Enhanced my understanding on communication techniques used when offering psychosocial support and education with clients who have substance abuse issues.
Student Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2024
- Monitored patient vital signs and BGLs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Documented vital signs, safety checks, health assessments and nursing progress notes using ieMR.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses under RN supervision.
- Conducted various clinical tasks, including the removal of Bellovac drains and nasogastric tubes and extracted output from pigtail drains and nasogastric tubes.
- Carried out neurological and neurovascular assessments for patients presenting with specific health conditions.
- Managed three patient workloads, including provision of care, documentation and handover delivery.
TEFL Teacher
Tutor ABC and INUS English
08.2022 - 11.2023
- Educated students in the basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Taught beginner and intermediate-level high school students and university students in General and Business English and a variety of other subjects.
- Supported students in improving their English literacy,
subsequent job prospects, and entry into further study. - Built strong rapport with all students and utilized effective teaching methods to elevate students speaking, listening, and reading skills.
Student Nurse
QEII Jubilee Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided patient-centred care to support patients with activities of daily living (ADLs) including feeding, toileting and showering whilst maintaining patient privacy and dignity.
- Monitored patient vital signs and safely administered oral medications and subcutaneous injections to patients under the direct supervision of a registered nurse (RN).
- Built competency in use of integrated electronic medical records (ieMR) through documentation of vital signs, safety checks and progress notes.
- Fostered therapeutic relationships with patients and their families and enhanced collaboration skills with healthcare personnel.
Private Child Caregiver
Lariesha Govindsamy (South Africa)
10.2018 - 08.2022
- Assisted children in reaching physical as well as
speech and language developmental milestones. - Continuously engaged the minds of children by
tailoring activities according to each child's interests,
developmental abilities and personality. - Taught and communicated with children at age
appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
Assistant Manager
Ali Baba Kebabs
07.2014 - 10.2018
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Generated repeat business through exceptional customer service.
- Trained new employees annually from diverse
cultural backgrounds and created a healthy and
supportive working environment
Various Tax Accountant Positions
Etax Accountants, ITP, Raniga Accountants
06.2012 - 03.2018
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information on taxable income, deductible expenses and allowances.
- Interviewed clients to obtain additional information
on taxable income, deductible expenses and
allowances. - Furnished taxpayers with sufficient information and advice to facilitate correct tax form completion.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Bachelor of Nursing
Griffith University 12-2025
168-Hour Online Level 5 TEFL & Grammar Course -
The TEFL Academy
Online 04-2021
Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) -
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD12-2011
High School Diploma -
Green Bay High School
Auckland, New Zealand11-2007
Skills
- Therapeutic communication
- Relationship building
- Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Safe administration of medications
- Integrated electronic medical records (ieMR)
- Team collaboration
- Infection control procedures
- Vital sign recording
- Patient-focused care
Certification
- Provide First Aid, basic emergency life support and CPR, Australia Wide First Aid, December 2023
- Provide CPR, Australia Wide First Aid, December 2023
Affiliations
Nurses Professional Association of Queensland, Student Member, 2023
References
Sharon Sharp
(Clinical Facilitator ) | August 2024
Logan Central Community Mental Health Centre
Email: dsh69218@bigpond.net.au
Phone: 0439 013 883
Wendy Becker
(Clinical Facilitator) | September 2024
Logan Hospital, Ward 6C Medical Assessment Planning Unit
Email: preceptor.model@health.qld.gov.au
Phone: 04
Subjects
- Chronic Conditions Management
- Mental Health Nursing
- Family Nursing
- Pathophysiology & Pharmacology 2
Timeline
Student Nurse
Logan Hospital
09.2024 - 09.2024
Student Nurse
Logan Central Community Mental Health Care
08.2024 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Princess Alexandra Hospital
04.2024 - 04.2024
Assistant in Nursing
Algester Lodge Nursing Home
01.2024 - Current
Student Nurse
QEII Jubilee Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
TEFL Teacher
Tutor ABC and INUS English
08.2022 - 11.2023
Private Child Caregiver
Lariesha Govindsamy (South Africa)
10.2018 - 08.2022
Assistant Manager
Ali Baba Kebabs
07.2014 - 10.2018
Various Tax Accountant Positions
Etax Accountants, ITP, Raniga Accountants
06.2012 - 03.2018
- Provide First Aid, basic emergency life support and CPR, Australia Wide First Aid, December 2023
- Provide CPR, Australia Wide First Aid, December 2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
Bachelor of Nursing
168-Hour Online Level 5 TEFL & Grammar Course -
The TEFL Academy
Bachelor of Business (Accountancy) -
Queensland University of Technology
High School Diploma -
Green Bay High School
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