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Work History
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Merin Babu

Merin Babu

WANNIASSA,ACT

Summary

I am a compassionate disability support worker, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Skilled in developing personalized support plans, implementing effective communication strategies, and managing time effectively to meet individual needs. Excel in empathy, active listening, and problem-solving to enhance the quality of life for those supported.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Nurse

The Canberra Hospital- Haematology Day Therapy
Garran, ACT
03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Organized supplies and equipment needed for each procedure performed.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including medication administration, priming line for IV therapy and other treatments.
  • Monitored vital signs according to established protocols.
  • Conducted basic physical exams such as measuring height, weight, BMI and recording results in patient charts.
  • Prepared medications for administration by reading physicians' orders accurately and following established procedures for administration of drugs safely.
  • Monitored patients for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions to medication or treatments.

Reference: Nicole Bondfield (CLN)

Email- Nicole.Bondfield@canberra.edu.au

Disability Support Worker/ Assistant in Nursing

24 Care
Philip, ACT
01.2024 - 03.2025
  • Managed challenging behaviors through positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Instructed clients on proper use of adaptive equipment such as wheelchairs and walkers.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to develop treatment plans for clients.
  • Transported clients to appointments, social events, and other activities as needed.
  • Assisted clients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.

Reference: Georgu Mathew (Disability Support Worker)

Email- mathewgeorgu@gmail.com

Student Nurse

Queanbeyan Hospital - InPatient Unit
Queanbeyan, NSW
12.2024 - 12.2024
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
  • Administered oral medications and subcutaneous injections, and monitored patient reactions.
  • Participated in patient discharge planning and education to ensure continuity of care.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Reference: Elizabeth Roberts (CLN)

Email- Elizabeth.Roberts@canberra.edu.au

Student Nurse

University of Canberra Hospital- Stromlo Ward
Bruce, ACT
07.2023 - 07.2023
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
  • Cared for patients with direct supervision by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Reference: Nicole Crawford (Registered Nurse)

Email- nicole.crawfordramalho@act.gov.au

Receptionist

The Lifestyle Clinic
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Greeted and offered assistance to 50+ patients per shift
  • Processed cash, credit card, and gift card transactions, reduced customer complaints
  • Cleaned the store before customer arrival by sweeping, vacuuming, removing trash, and organizing inventory
  • Responded To 30+ Phone Inquiries Per Shift
  • Transferring The Line To Other Employees And Management Upon Requests

Reference: Christin Joseph (Manager)

Email- cj.lifestyleclinic@gmail.com

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Canberra
Bruce, ACT
07-2026

Major Depression in The Population: A Public Health Approach -

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
12-2022

C.B.S.E.12th Standard -

Carmelagiri CMI Public School
Munnar, India
01.2021

C.B.S.E.10th Standard -

Mater Dei School
New Delhi, India
01.2019

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Monitoring fluids
  • Patient-focused care
  • Conducting intakes
  • Blood glucose testing
  • Patient care
  • Positioning patients
  • Bed making
  • Medication administration
  • Intramuscular injections
  • Subcutaneous injections
  • Effective communication
  • ADL assistance
  • Risk assessments

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam

Languages

English
Professional
Malayalam
Full Professional
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • Course certificate from Johns Hopkins University for successfully completing "Major Depression in the Population: A Public Health Approach".
  • Completed 80 hrs of Clinical Placement at University of Canberra Hospital- Stromlo Ward with distinction.
  • Completed 80 hrs of Clinical Placement at Queanbeyan Hospital- Inpatient Unit with high distinction.
  • Completed 112 hrs of Clinical Placement at The Canberra Hospital- Haematology Day Therapy.

Timeline

Student Nurse

The Canberra Hospital- Haematology Day Therapy
03.2025 - 04.2025

Student Nurse

Queanbeyan Hospital - InPatient Unit
12.2024 - 12.2024

Disability Support Worker/ Assistant in Nursing

24 Care
01.2024 - 03.2025

Student Nurse

University of Canberra Hospital- Stromlo Ward
07.2023 - 07.2023

Receptionist

The Lifestyle Clinic
01.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Canberra

Major Depression in The Population: A Public Health Approach -

Johns Hopkins University

C.B.S.E.12th Standard -

Carmelagiri CMI Public School

C.B.S.E.10th Standard -

Mater Dei School
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