Mire Opperman

An enthusiastic, safety orientated and proficient professional with a comprehensive knowledge of nursing skills and theory and the ability to worth as a dedicated team member in a healthcare setting drawing from clinical and personal experience in a hospital setting. Always practices within the nursing scope focusing on the legislation and policies of the organisation to grow and develop personal and interpersonal skills to establish solid and considerate relationships with patients and the surrounding multidisciplinary team. A compassionate, people orientated, dedicated worker eager to expand self-development and future learning within the nursing discipline.

Gail Thompson

Clinical Facilitator

Greenslopes Private Hospital - Ramsay Health

• thomsong@ramsayhealth.com.au
• 07 3394 6743

Sophie Stone

Nurse Unit Manager of 9B Babies Ward

Queensland Childrens Hospital

• Sophie.stone@health.qld.gov.au
• 07 3068 2066

William Wang

Owner and Chief Dentist of Highgate Hill Dental

Highgate Hill Dental

• wwhighgate@gmail.com
• 0417618869

ROYAL BRISBANE AND WOMANS HOSPITAL ~ Maxillofacial, ENT, Audiology, Ophthalmology and Plastics - 8AN

320 Hours: 6/3/23 - Current 

• Expanded my knowledge in the clinical field working with Registered nurses to develop understanding on surgical procedures and critical patient care.
• Built a better understanding of medication administration, wound care, dressings, comprehensive patient care and working as part of a team with meticulous time management to manage a 3 patient load effectively.

GREENSLOPES INTERGRATED MODEL ~ General Surgery, Urology, Gastroenterology, Orthopedics & Mental Health

120 Hours: 22/11/2021 - 13/2/2022

• Followed hospital policies to deliver safe and effective 1:1 nursing care to patients, remaining within my scope of practice as a third year nursing student.
• Sought out opportunities to develop medication administering skills and understanding, assisting nurse staff in drain removal, intravenous antibiotic preparation and administration and subcutaneous/ intramuscular injections.

CABOOLTURE HOSPITAL ~ Mental Health

72 Hours: 08/03/2021 - 19/3/2021

• Retained professional boundaries with patients whilst always following strict patient confidentiality and managing discussion of sensitive information.
• Developed a better understanding of mental health medication, mental health support strategies and communication techniques.

MURRI SCHOOL HEALTH EXPO (ACACIA RIDGE) ~ Paediatric Education

8 Hours: 28/10/2020

• Attended an expo day alongside other university students and staff to assist Murri School with their health expo.
• Interacted with children from primary school to highschool in guiding them through activities individually targeting different health topics including; hand hygiene, personal grooming, physical exercise, fine and gross motor skills, CPR techniques in emergency situation and basic first aid techniques.

COMMUNITY & ORAL HEALTH ~ Hospital in the Home (HiTH) Northlakes

56 Hours: 05/10/2020 - 16/10/2020

• Commuted with a Registered nurse to assist with hospital cares within the homes of patients.
• Assisted in care techniques including; diabetic care and education, wound care and dressings, medication administration orally and via subcutaneous injections.
• Post operative home assistance and care of patients with complex health problems.

CABOOLTURE HOSPITAL ~ Ward 2A Surgical Unit

72 Hours: 21/9/2020 - 02/10/2020

• Further advanced my knowledge of medication administration, wound care, dressings and surgical procedures whilst advancing in mu clinical skills as an undergraduate nurse.
• Worked as a member of a fast paced unit interacting with a vast range of medical staff such as doctors, physiotherapists, pharmacists and other allied health.

REDCLIFFE HOSPITAL ~ Ward 6W Orthopedic Unit

78 Hours: 11/5/2020 - 29/5/2020

• Developed a comprehensive understanding of complex and ongoing chronic health conditions and how to assist patients with these conditions whilst remaining within my scope of practice.
• Provided accurate and careful care of orthopedic fixtures, wound care, mental health support and rehabilitation to patients under the direction of nursing staff and facilitators.
• Assisted patients in ambulating following correct physiotherapy and occupational therapy direction, washing, dressing and toileting.

COMMUNITY & ORAL HEALTH ~ Brighton Health Campus (SQEPS Education Team), Rehabilitation Unit

80 Hours: 07/10/2019 - 18/10/2019

• Gained proficient understanding of patient-centered, holistic care.
• Developed an understanding of ward flow, documentation, vital signs and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Used empathetic, nurturing and sensitive communication and listening techniques to assist these patients during their vulnerable and frustrating period of rehabilitation.
• Contributed to the care of patients including showering, changing, wound care, diabetic care, feeding and endgame techniques in activities to facilitate cognitive development of patients.