Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Menalda Nhantumbo

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Experienced and compassionate Enrolled nurse with over 15 years of diverse clinical experience. Skilled in assessing, planning, and delivering high-quality patient care across various healthcare settings, specialising in psycho-geriatric, rehabilitation and agedcare.


Collaborative team player with strong communication skills and a commitment to evidence-based practice. Seeking to leverage my expertise in a dynamic healthcare environment that values excellence in patient-cantered care.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrolled Nurse

Eastern Health - Peter James Centre
01.2008 - Current

Achievements:


  • Consistently achieved high patient satisfaction scores through the delivery of compassionate and patient-centred care.
  • Actively participated in continuous professional development to stay abreast of the latest research and advancements in nursing practice.
  • Demonstrated effective handling of emergency situations by initiating timely and appropriate interventions, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
  • Pursued ongoing education and attained certifications in specialised nursing areas.


Responsibilities:


  • Provided high-quality care for all patients and consumers.
  • Offered clinical interventions according to evidence-based practices, policies, and clinical guidelines.
  • Managed and reported emergency situations, injuries, and incidents in consultation with the facility's Registered Nurse, Manager, clinical care coordinator, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ensured all paperwork was completed for patients/consumers in a professional and efficient manner.
  • Effectively communicated with patients/consumers and their families to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the care process.

Personal Care Assistant

Australian Unity - Wahroonga Friendship Village
01.2004 - 01.2017

Responsibilities:


  • Assisted clients with day-to-day needs (bathing, grooming, feeding, and social enhancement).
  • Supported clients with personal administrative tasks.

Enrolled Nurse

Australian Unity - Wahroonga Friendship Village
01.2007 - 01.2008

Achievements:


  • Demonstrated and provided a high quality of care and service to residents.
  • Developed a unique method to identify each patient's needs, which was adapted and implemented throughout the Wahroonga team, resulting in improved care services.
  • Received recognition from numerous patients for maintaining a high-quality standard of caretaking.


Responsibilities:


  • Ensured all activities of daily living were met.
  • Completed all necessary paperwork for residents in a professional and efficient manner.
  • Supported residents and their families.
  • Followed facility policies and procedures.

Administration Assistant

Monash Volunteer Resource Centre
01.2004 - 03.2004

Responsibilities:


  • Organized kits for new volunteers.
  • Performed administrative tasks (responded to emails, answered phone calls, etc)

Education

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Skills Training Australia
Melbourne, VIC
2013

Certificate IV in Health Nursing - Nursing

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
2007

Certificate III in Aged Care Work - Nursing

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
2004

Skills

  • Fluent in 4 languages (including English, Portuguese, and two traditional Mozambican languages)
  • Software Proficiency (G-suite and Microsoft Office)
  • Problem-Solver
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Analytical Thinking and solution orientated
  • Punctual and Reliable

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Enrolled Nurse

Eastern Health - Peter James Centre
01.2008 - Current

Enrolled Nurse

Australian Unity - Wahroonga Friendship Village
01.2007 - 01.2008

Personal Care Assistant

Australian Unity - Wahroonga Friendship Village
01.2004 - 01.2017

Administration Assistant

Monash Volunteer Resource Centre
01.2004 - 03.2004

Diploma of Nursing - Nursing

Skills Training Australia

Certificate IV in Health Nursing - Nursing

Australian Catholic University

Certificate III in Aged Care Work - Nursing

Australian Catholic University
Menalda Nhantumbo