KRISTEN CHADDER
Summary
Final-year nursing student and high achiever with nine years’ experience in the disability sector, seeking a 2026 RN position through NSW Health’s GradStart Program. Passionate about delivering safe, person-centred care that empowers individuals and improves outcomes. Skilled in collaborative practice, clinical communication, and applying evidence-based care. Committed to continuous improvement and guided by the NMBA Standards for Practice to ensure high-quality, ethical, and accountable nursing care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Renal Dialysis Unit
Moruya District Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
- Conducted comprehensive and focused assessments (vital signals, interpreting blood results, focused graft and fistula, pre and post dialysis, and psychosocial assessments).
- Supported renal outreach and dialysis outpatient unit by preparing equipment, priming machines and documenting care.
- Applied knowledge of pathophysiology to assess clinical presentations, recognise signs of deterioration, and understand the impact of underlying conditions on patient health.
- Recognised and responded to signs and symptoms of deterioration using appropriate frameworks (ISBAR) and following relevant policies (CERS).
Acute Mental Health Unit
Shellharbour District Hospital
02.2025 - 02.2025
- Focus risk assessments and care planning.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings addressing holistic care, discharge, and psychosocial supports.
- Demonstrated trauma-informed, empathetic communication with patients in distress.
- Balanced mental and physical health assessments.
- Supported patients in complex behavioural contexts with de-escalation skills.
Medical Surgical Ward
Moruya District Hospital
11.2024 - 12.2024
- Focused respiratory, neurological, cardiovascular and neurovascular assessments.
- Safe medication administration and management of IV infusions.
- Demonstrated cultural safety and awareness.
- Managing a patient load (up to two people).
- Applied ethical and legal frameworks in decision-making.
- Performing basic wound care and skin assessments.
- Providing person-centred care to patients and families.
Acute Medical-Surgical Ward
Milton Ulladulla Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Managed care for one allocated patient, including complex comorbidities and functional decline
- Provided safe, person-centred care for patients with advanced conditions (e.g. Parkinson’s disease), requiring risk assessment, falls prevention, and responsive behavioural strategies
- Recognised and responded to delirium and cognitive changes, using evidence-based assessment and escalation
- Administered medications safely under supervision, following the six rights of medication administration
- Documented comprehensive A–G assessments and progress notes in accordance with local policy
- Delivered structured daily ISBAR handovers to nursing and multidisciplinary teams
- Developed time management and clinical prioritisation skills in a fast-paced, rural healthcare setting
Aged Care Experience
IRT Crown Gardens
10.2023 - 10.2023
- Demonstrated duty of care by escalating substandard practice and advocating for patient safety
- Maintained ethical conduct and professional boundaries under pressure
- Delivered person-centred care while working within scope of practice.
- Completed vital sign assessments and supported daily living activities
General Ward
Batemans Bay Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisting with activities of daily living (e.g. hygiene, toileting, feeding)
- Performing baseline observations (vital signs, pain scores, BGLs)
- Assisting with manual handling and mobility under supervision
- Practising therapeutic communication with patients and families
- Provided respectful and compassionate end-of-life care to a deceased patient, upholding dignity and supporting family presence
- Completed post-mortem care and end-of-life documentation under RN supervision, following facility protocols
- Recognising and reporting basic patient concerns to RNs
- Practising hand hygiene and infection prevention protocols
- Shadowing or assisting in basic wound care and skin assessments
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
Eurobodalla Campus11-2025
Skills
- Person-centred care: Committed to delivering safe, respectful, and individualised care
- Effective communication: Skilled in verbal, written, and electronic documentation on EMR, PowerChart and DHR
- Teamwork & collaboration: Works effectively within multidisciplinary teams to support coordinated care
- Clinical reasoning: Applies clinical knowledge to recognise deterioration and escalate appropriately
- Advocacy & ethical practice: Upholds dignity, safety, and professional standards in all care contexts
- Infection control: Uses aseptic technique and adheres to infection prevention protocols
- Documentation & observation: Accurately records assessments, vital signs, and progress notes
- Continuous learning: Actively engages in reflection, feedback, and quality improvement initiatives
Work History
2023 - Present // Disability Support Worker // Ulladulla Residential Services
2023 - 2023 // Administration Assistant // Opal Healthcare
2022 - 2023 // Disability Recruitment Coordinator // Drake Medox
2015 - 2023 // Disability Support Worker // South Coast Disability Services
2019 - 2020 // Disability Employment Consultant // The Disability Trust
2017 - 2019 // Disability Support Worker // House With No Steps/Aruma
Certification
- National Police Check
- Working With Children Check
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Current First Aid & CPR Certificates
- NDIS Worker Orientation Module
Timeline
Renal Dialysis Unit
Moruya District Hospital
06.2025 - 07.2025
Acute Mental Health Unit
Shellharbour District Hospital
02.2025 - 02.2025
Medical Surgical Ward
Moruya District Hospital
11.2024 - 12.2024
Acute Medical-Surgical Ward
Milton Ulladulla Hospital
03.2024 - 04.2024
Aged Care Experience
IRT Crown Gardens
10.2023 - 10.2023
General Ward
Batemans Bay Hospital
06.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
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