LAVINETTE NUKU
Molendinar,QLD
Summary
Compassionate Nursing Assistant with proven ability to deliver patient care with efficiency and high productivity. Skilled in vital signs monitoring, patient hygiene assistance, and medical record documentation. Excel at communication, empathy, and patience, ensuring optimal support and care in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
Healthscope
Northern Beaches
09.2024 - 03.2025
- Documented activities and recorded information in the EMR system.
- Monitored vital signs, including blood pressure, pulse rate, and respiration rate.
- Helped patients maintain personal hygiene by aiding in bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Supplied, collected, and emptied patient bedpans on a frequent basis.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Supported patient mealtime by serving food in rooms and helping with feeding.
- Performed housekeeping duties, such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms, when necessary.
- Provided assistance with grooming activities such as shaving, bathing, and oral care to promote healthy living.
- Supported patient movement using correct equipment safely.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar, and heart rate.
- Communicated with patients to determine their feelings, need for assistance, or social and emotional support.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Took temperature readings orally or rectally, as instructed by the RN or MD.
AIN
BEAR COTTAGE
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Supported patient care by aiding in routines including bathing, grooming and dressing.
- Participated in educational programs related to nursing assistant skills development.
- Executed both PEG and oral feeding based on patient needs.
- Identified and communicated changes in patient conditions to charge nurse.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables, and surgical tables.
- Answered call lights promptly, and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
- Recorded detailed information in patient charts.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Ensured accurate and timely information flow through comprehensive patient record management.
- Communicated with patients to determine their feelings, need for assistance, or social and emotional support.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Consultant
All Purpose Labour
10.2022 - 04.2023
- Recruited workers for several company and facilities
- Organised shifts and schedules for workers and companies
- Onboarding process of workers
- Communicated with patient and companies through email, phone and messaging
Medical Workforce Administration Officer
Northern Beaches Hospital
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Assisted with recruitment and onboarding of Junior Medical Officers
- Checked overtime claims, organized prescriptions and meetings for JMOs
- Organised orientation for JMOs and staff access/ID badges
Security Administration Officer
Northern Beaches Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Created staff ID/access badges
- Hospital key orders and organization
- Oversaw security email and communications
Education
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
TAFE QLD
QLD10-2026
Cert 3 in Health Service Assistant - Nursing
TAFE ST LEONARDS
NSW12.2023
High School Diploma -
Mackellar Girls Campus
09.2017
Skills
- Patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical documentation
- Health communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Critical thinking
- Verbal communication
- Active listening
- Computer skills
- Calm under pressure
- Customer service
- Task prioritization
- Flexible and adaptable
- MS office
- Conflict resolution
References
- Philly Smith, Bear Cottage, 0405145125, PhilippaLouise.Smith@health.nsw.gov.au
- Jackson Ruwhiu, All Purpose Labour, Area manager, 0408588327, Jackson.ruwhiu@allpurposelabour.com.au
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
Healthscope
09.2024 - 03.2025
AIN
BEAR COTTAGE
12.2023 - 02.2025
Consultant
All Purpose Labour
10.2022 - 04.2023
Medical Workforce Administration Officer
Northern Beaches Hospital
04.2022 - 10.2022
Security Administration Officer
Northern Beaches Hospital
02.2022 - 06.2022
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
TAFE QLD
Cert 3 in Health Service Assistant - Nursing
TAFE ST LEONARDS
High School Diploma -
Mackellar Girls Campus
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