Melanie Tucker
Gold Coast
Summary
A caring and empathetic midwife, highly motivated to secure a position in a regional hospital. An ability to balance working as a midwife, conducting a business, being a mother, and completing further studies, is a testament to the organisational skills, accountability, and commitment to the midwifery profession. Practice that prioritises a woman’s autonomy, respects culturally safe care and remains compassionate. Proven transferable interpersonal and communication skills facilitating evidenced-based, safe, supportive, women-centred care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Midwife
NSW Health
01.2023 - Current
- Clinical placements across the entire continuum of maternity care
- Managing time and prioritising the clinical workload within finite resources to ensure the delivery of optimum standards of Midwifery care that meet women and newborn needs and expectations.
- Use all available information to develop, monitor and evaluate a plan of care in consultation with women, newborns, families and the multidisciplinary health care team to support best women and newborn outcomes.
- Contributing, in an environment of constant change, improving the ways in which midwives and other members of the health care team work together to provide treatment, care and support to women, newborns and families.
- Working with at risk and vulnerable women, families and carers.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
- Continues to follow professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education and providing evidence-based practice.
- Provides appropriate high quality women and newborn centred care that meets needs and expectations in line with CORE values.
- Regular collaboration to improve women and newborn care; delegation; supervision; planning and evaluation of women and newborn care; help and support.
- Completion of a variety of self directed learning packages and competencies including IV Cannulation & venepuncture, Speculum & Epidural.
Assistant in Midwifery
Health Scope
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked flexible hours
- Checked comfort and monitored vital signs and personal care
- Provided exceptional woman-centred care
- Assisting with equipment and rooms and bed changes
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team
- Provided excellent customer care by responding to requests in a timely manner
- Enhanced productivity levels by anticipating needs and delivering outstanding support to team members
- Promoted benefits of breastfeeding and offered education on proper positioning, latching and breast care
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Business Owner
Little Orange Photography
02.2013 - Current
- Excellent Interaction with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to every customer by leveraging extensive knowledge of services and products and creating welcoming, positive experiences, increasing customer loyalty many clients are repeat clients.
- Used business software packages to maintain files and administrative records.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photoshoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Outlined finances, goals and daily operations in business by detailed business plans.
- Frequently studied markets to keep abreast of new industry trends.
Management Executive
Ultima Electrical Pty Ltd
03.2009 - 07.2016
- Developed community reputation through commitment to customer satisfaction and strong client relationships.
- Pursued learning opportunities to advance knowledge and take on leadership positions
- Boosted team member productivity by enhancing performance monitoring and instituting motivational approaches.
- Used business software packages to maintain files and administrative records.
- Oversaw long-term planning, staff hiring and training (TAFE), and procedure development as part of business operations.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Modified, updated and amended existing policies in accordance with work health and safety regulations including fair work policies and industry standards.
Coach - Telecommunication Company
Orange
01.2000 - 07.2007
- Increased efficiency and performance by mentoring 15 team members, monitoring team member productivity and providing constructive feedback.
- Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
- Exhibited enthusiasm and professionalism when dealing with clients and staff.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
- Developed dynamic ownership skills by resolving challenging situations and asking in-depth questions of customers.
- Participated in cross-functional team-building activities.
Education
Graduate Certificate in Special Care Nursery
Australian College of Nursing
01.2025
Bachelor of Midwifery -
Southern Cross University
Gold Coast, QLD11.2022
BTEC National Diploma - Public Services
Plymouth College of Further Education
England2000
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Comprehensive woman-centered care
- Evidenced-based practice
- Collaborative team player
- Conflict management and resolution skills
- Excellent organisation skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Trustworthy
- Friendly positive attitude
- Continued professional development
- Profound work ethic
- Apply First Aid and Provide CPR
References
Chantel Christensen - Registered Midwife, Murwillumbah Birth Centre. Phone - 0421000208
Sally Sesnan – Clinical Midwifery Specialist, The Tweed Hospital. Phone: 0755067736
Email: Sally.sesnan@health.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
Registered Midwife
NSW Health
01.2023 - Current
Assistant in Midwifery
Health Scope
01.2022 - 12.2023
Business Owner
Little Orange Photography
02.2013 - Current
Management Executive
Ultima Electrical Pty Ltd
03.2009 - 07.2016
Coach - Telecommunication Company
Orange
01.2000 - 07.2007
Graduate Certificate in Special Care Nursery
Australian College of Nursing
Bachelor of Midwifery -
Southern Cross University
BTEC National Diploma - Public Services
Plymouth College of Further Education
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