MELLISSA KIRKPATRICK
Frankston,VIC
Summary
I am a dedicated nurse professional who has worked in a variety of environments enabling a wide set of skills to be developed to support any number of professional settings. Timely focus on meeting internal and external customer expectations in addition to proactive communication and diligence ensures I am a valuable member of the organisation.
Compassionate EEN Nurse known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in wound care, patient education, and medication administration. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to enhance patient care outcomes. Adapt quickly to new technology and treatment protocols to deliver optimal nursing support.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Absolute health and care
Melbourne, Victoria
09.2025 - Current
- Developed personalized care plans based on individual client needs and preferences.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Communicated effectively with clients, families, and healthcare professionals for coordinated care.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' quality of life.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and care activities for compliance purposes.
- Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities.
Community Aged Care Worker
UnitingAgeWell
Knox, VIC
09.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Supported social engagement through organized group activities and outings.
- Maintained accurate client records and documentation for care plans.
Support Worker / Nurse
Carepro Disability Service's
Ashwood, VIC
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Providing skilled nursing care, including medication administration, wound care, and monitoring of vital signs
- Developing and implementing comprehensive care plans tailored to each client's unique abilities and challenges
- Assessing the individualized healthcare needs of clients with disabilities, considering physical, cognitive, and emotional factors
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, including therapists, social workers, and caregivers, to coordinate services and support holistic care delivery
- Advocating for the rights and preferences of clients with disabilities, promoting inclusion, empowerment, and access to community resources
- Offering emotional support and counseling to clients and their families, facilitating communication and addressing concerns related to disability care
- Documenting client assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and comprehensively, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and promoting continuity of care
- Provided support to clients with disabilities in various settings to promote independence.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities to promote independence and well-being.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all clients.
- Managed challenging behaviors using positive reinforcement techniques, improving client engagement and cooperation.
Travel Nurse
Careers Building
Mornington Peninsula, VIC
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Delivered high-quality patient care by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and collaborating with diverse healthcare teams and local professionals to ensure continuity of care.
- Administered medications and monitored patient reactions to treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement care plans.
- Provided patient care in diverse settings across multiple healthcare facilities.
- Delivered temporary healthcare services at multiple facilities to meet patient needs.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Homestyle Aged Care Langford Grange
Cranbourne East, VIC
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Delivered specialized and compassionate care to elderly residents in aged care facilities, enhancing their quality of life.
- Administered medications according to care plans and patient needs.
- Recorded patients' vital statistics, provided physical and emotional support, assisted with activities of daily living including bathing and grooming, administered medication and managed wounds, monitored patients, and reported condition changes to RN and doctors.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Supported elderly residents with daily living activities in aged care facilities.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Frankston Nursing Home
Frankston, VIC
- Providing palliative & dementia care, participating in care programs as appropriate to assist the client's care plan, providing emotional support and feedback to clients and their families and assisting patient and family with coping mechanisms throughout the continuum of care from diagnosis to end of life.
- Focused on promoting the wellbeing and dignity of residents.
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Workforce XS
Mornington Peninsula, VIC
- Administering medications, monitoring vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, ensuring each individual's physical and emotional needs are met, working closely with multidisciplinary teams, including registered nurses, allied health professionals, and care staff, and developing and implementing holistic care plans tailored to each resident's unique requirements.
- Focused on promoting the resident's physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Education
Diploma of Children's Services -
Holmesglen Tafe
VICDiploma of Nursing -
Healthskills Australia
VICSkills
- People Management
- Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Emotional Intelligence
- Professionalism
- Building Rapport
Certification
- CPR, 01/01/24
- First Aid - Level 4, Navitas Health Skills Australia, 01/01/24
- First Aid Management in Anaphylaxis, Synergy Education, 01/01/24
- Emergency Asthma Management, Homesglen Tafe, 01/01/24
- Working with Children Check, 01/01/23
- Enrolled Nurse, Navitas Health Skills Australia, 01/01/18
- Certificate III in Community Services and Aged Care, Baytec Institute, 01/01/02
- AHPRA Registration, NMW000220137
- Ndis check
- Working with childrens check
- First aid 2027
- CPR 2027
Volunteer Experience
Oz Child, Mentoring at-risk young girls to support their academic success.
Personal Information
Oz Child, Mentoring at-risk young girls to support their academic success.
Placements
Oz Child, Mentoring at-risk young girls to support their academic success.
Hobbies and Interests
Oz Child, Mentoring at-risk young girls to support their academic success.
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
Absolute health and care
09.2025 - Current
Community Aged Care Worker
UnitingAgeWell
09.2023 - Current
Support Worker / Nurse
Carepro Disability Service's
01.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Nurse
Careers Building
01.2022 - 01.2023
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Homestyle Aged Care Langford Grange
01.2020 - 01.2022
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Workforce XS
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Frankston Nursing Home
Diploma of Children's Services -
Holmesglen Tafe
Diploma of Nursing -
Healthskills Australia