Judith Mabiza
Raymond Terrace,NSW
Summary
Reliable, service-focused nursing professional with excellent patient care and charting skills gained through 8 years of experience as an assistant nurse. Compassionate and technically skilled in attending to patients in diverse healthcare settings. Nursing skills include patient care and safety. Diagnostic testing, medical terminology, electronic medical records, vital signs and patient monitoring, medication administration, privacy and patient advocacy, and nurse support. Recently graduated with a bachelor's in nursing from the University of Tasmania. During 8 years of experience as a nursing assistant and as a student nurse, applied the nursing process and performed delegated functions under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse, collaborated with patients and families to offer theory-based nursing care, and coordinated care delivery with members of the interdisciplinary team. An organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude and has the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Opal Aged Care
05.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
ASSISTANT IN NURSING
HEALTHSCOPE
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Participated in unit-based Quality Assurance Program.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented progress of individuals participating in clinical trials.
- Followed infection control procedures.
- Assisted patients with daily functions.
- Monitored fluid intake and output levels..
- Experience with various medical conditions including Parkinson's, Dementia, Diabetes, and Alzheimer's disease.
- Collected tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared them for lab testing.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients.
- Provided pre- and post-operative care.
- Contributed to overall quality and care of patients by answering calls for help, taking vital signs, and monitoring behavior and physical condition for progress or deterioration
- Developed personalized patient care plans to improve health and well-being
- Created positive patient experience by assisting patients with bathing, ambulating, feeding and personal and oral hygiene care
- Escalated changes in patient behavior, condition and vital signs for prompt assessment
- Cared with empathy and compassion to build positive patient and family relationships
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to registered nurse
- Cleaned and sterilized medical instruments and disposed of contaminated supplies
- Furthered skills by actively taking part in employee training and taking classes to improve skills
- Provided customized care according to individual care plan
- Maintained excellent care continuity through collaboration with nurses and external healthcare professionals
SUPPORT WORKER
HAMMOND CARE
02.2015 - 10.2015
- Worked in dementia specific ward with 12 beds, clients required assistance with medications , patient transfer and ambulation.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores, and surgical site wounds.
- Supported diagnostic procedures, assisted with technical nursing treatments and entered information in patient records and charts.
- Performed direct patient care aimed at increasing comfort, psycho, social and spiritual well-being by providing assistance with personal hygiene, physical comfort, nutrition, elimination, prevention of skin breakdown, rehabilitation and safety.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness
- Kept clients engaged in social networks and communities for personal health and growth
- Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills
- Collaborated with other teams to identify and resolve customer issues quickly and professionally
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers to enhance customer satisfaction
- Set priorities and problem-solved workflow issues to maintain rapport with customers and managers
- Promoted community integration by providing extensive physical, emotional and social support
ASSISTANT IN NURSING CERT 4
ANGLICARE
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Developed and implemented NURSING care plans.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and NURSING diagnoses.
- Specialized in NURSING care of patients with chemical dependency.
- Strong leader for nursing personnel assigned to unit/shift.
- Assisted in maintenance of medical charts and/or electronic medical record (filing, Op Reports, test results, home care forms).
- Prepared patient charts accurately and neatly for clinic.
- Prepared patient charts, pre-admissions and consent forms as necessary.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Maintained clean, healthy and safe environment
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Acted as team leader, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
ASSISTANT IN NURSING CERT 4
IBIS CARE
05.2005 - 12.2012
- Specialized in NURSING care of patients with chemical dependency.
- Developed and implemented NURSING care plans.
- Developed patient care plans, including assessments, evaluations and NURSING diagnoses.
- Closely collaborated with management team to make necessary improvements and satisfy resident needs.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress and concerns.
- Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure and pulse.
- Responded appropriately to physical, emotional and developmental needs of patients
- Assisted patients with bathing, oral hygiene, grooming, feeding and elimination.
- Maintained clean, healthy and safe environment.
- Performed clerical duties, such as word processing, data entry, answering phones and filing.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
- Acted as team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others
- Acted as team leader , delegating tasks and providing feedback
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
Education
BACHELORS IN NURSING - NURSING
UNIVERSITY of Tasmania
Sydney, NSW04.2022
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Careers Australia
Sydney, NSW02.2016
Certificate IV in Aged Care - Nursing
ETEA
Sydney, NSW03.2010
Skills
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
- Patient-focused care
- Compassionate
- Committed, Efficient and reliable team player
- Adaptable
- Sound clinical judgment
- Culturally sensitive
- Superior verbal and written communication skills
- Fluent in English
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Emotional intelligence
Referees
Agnes Ndlovu (CNS)
Sydney south west private clinic
02 96004000
Barbara (UTAS clinical facilitator)
University of Tasmania
0452532043
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Opal Aged Care
05.2023 - Current
ASSISTANT IN NURSING
HEALTHSCOPE
10.2015 - 03.2018
SUPPORT WORKER
HAMMOND CARE
02.2015 - 10.2015
ASSISTANT IN NURSING CERT 4
ANGLICARE
12.2012 - 03.2014
ASSISTANT IN NURSING CERT 4
IBIS CARE
05.2005 - 12.2012
BACHELORS IN NURSING - NURSING
UNIVERSITY of Tasmania
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Careers Australia
Certificate IV in Aged Care - Nursing
ETEA
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