Michaela Wakeling
Edithvale,VIC
Summary
Hardworking, enthusiastic and empathetic Registered Nurse/Midwife with over 5 years of experience with Monash Health throughout a wide range of areas. Passionate about providing woman centred care and being an active part of the multidisciplinary team. Expert in antenatal, labour and delivery and postnatal care within a tertiary level hospital. Recognised for enhancing patient outcomes through comprehensive assessments and individualised care plans, complemented by dedication to provide excellent education through effective communication. Eager to advance my knowledge and expertise as a Registered Midwife/Nurse.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Midwife
Monash Health Clayton
- Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modeling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
- Supported birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or anxieties related to pregnancy or childbirth experience.
- Performed prenatal and postnatal examinations.
- Contributed to the reduction of maternal mortality rates by identifying high-risk pregnancies early and referring them for specialist intervention when necessary.
- Reduced complications during childbirth by closely monitoring patients and collaborating with healthcare professionals for timely interventions.
- Educated new parents on infant care essentials like diapering, swaddling, bathing techniques leading to increased confidence in parenting skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on new research findings and best practices in midwifery care.
- Improved patient health outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments, identifying risk factors, and developing individualized care plans.
- Assisted women in making informed decisions regarding their birth preferences based on thorough discussions about risks and benefits of various options available.
- Coordinated care with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals as needed during complex or high-risk births to ensure optimal outcomes for mother and baby.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient encounters, medical histories, assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing personalized and compassionate care throughout the prenatal, labor, and postpartum periods.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop evidence-based guidelines for best practice in midwifery care.
- Assisted mothers with breastfeeding, self-care and postpartum healthcare.
Registered Nurse
Monash Health Clayton
Clayton, VIC
01.2020 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Bachelor Of Midwifery/Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing/Midwifery
Deakin University
Melbourne, VIC10.2019
VCE -
Caulfield Grammar School
St Kilda East, VIC11.2014
Skills
- Antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care
- Clinical assessment
- Breastfeeding support
- Emergency management
- Infant & adult resuscitation
- Education (prenatal, labour, delivery and postnatal)
- Documentation
- Medication administration
- Patient-focused care
- Infection control
- Emergency response
- Perineal Suturing
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Monash Health Clayton
01.2020 - Current
Registered Midwife
Monash Health Clayton
Bachelor Of Midwifery/Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing/Midwifery
Deakin University
VCE -
Caulfield Grammar School