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Monique Bauer

Monique Bauer

Melbourne,VIC

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic final-year nursing student with extensive hands-on experience across diverse clinical placements, including in patient care, sample collection, and laboratory procedures. Proven competence in venipuncture, capillary blood collection, and specimen handling, with a strong commitment to patient safety, confidentiality, and quality control in pathology collection processes. Highly skilled in delivering compassionate, patient-centred care, supported by effective communication, critical thinking, and a commitment to developing clinical competencies. Demonstrates excellent time management and accurate documentation, and thrives in collaborative, multidisciplinary team environments. Dedicated to delivering high-quality, evidence-based care through continuous learning and professional growth.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Hospitality Waitstaff

Plain Sailing (Gather'd Group)
Elwood, Victoria
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided excellent customer service to guests, ensuring they had an enjoyable experience.
  • Trained new employees on restaurant procedures and plating techniques.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally to maintain a positive atmosphere.
  • Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritising tasks during peak hours.

Student Nursing Placement

Emergency Department - Cabrini Hospital
Malvern, Victoria
11.2024 - 12.2024
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and further treatment interventions under the supervision of qualified health professionals.
  • Actively participated in continuing education programs and activities related to emergency nursing practice and standards.
  • Maintained current knowledge of evidence-based practice guidelines related to emergency nursing care.
  • Utilised downtime proactively to practice and refine clinical skills, such as venipuncture, under the guidance of a buddy nurse, demonstrating initiative and commitment to continuous learning and hands-on proficiency.
  • Maintained accurate documentation within the electronic medical records system.
  • Responded to clinical emergencies with efficiency, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Collaborated with the multidisciplinary team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Coordinated discharge planning and conducted effective patient handover, ensuring continuity of care post-emergency ward stay.
  • Promoted open communication and honoured patient rights and confidentiality.

Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) - Berengarra Residential Aged Care Facility
Kew, Victoria
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours and updated supervising medical staff with observations and concerns.
  • Documented patient care activities and observations in medical records accurately.
  • Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
  • Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
  • Provided emotional support for patients and families dealing with illness or death.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
12-2025

Skills

  • Time Management: Effectively manages time by strategically planning and prioritising daily nursing responsibilities including patient care, administration tasks, documentation, and emergency responses to ensure the continued delivery of high-quality nursing care
  • Communication: Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills by engaging in effective, therapeutic, and culturally sensitive collaboration with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe, person-centred care that promotes and supports positive health outcomes
  • Clinical Assessment: Performs comprehensive physical and clinical assessments to identify patient needs, monitor health status, and inform appropriate nursing interventions
  • Patient Education: Delivers clear, compassionate education to patients and families, empowering them to participate in decisions about their own care and manage their health post-discharge
  • End-of-Life-Care: Provides empathetic and dignified care to patients and families during difficult times, respecting their cultural, spiritual, and emotional needs
  • Medication Administration (under supervision): Assists with safe medication preparation and administration under supervision, ensuring adherence to policy and patient safety
  • Clinical Documentation: Maintains clear, timely, and professional documentation of nursing care in line with organisational standards
  • Venepuncture: Demonstrates basic competence in venepuncture under supervision

Certification

  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Complete Immunisation Status
  • Victorian Drivers License
  • National Police Check
  • Working with Children's Check
  • BloodSafe ELearning Clinical Transfusion Practice Certificate
  • RSA

Timeline

Student Nursing Placement

Emergency Department - Cabrini Hospital
11.2024 - 12.2024

Hospitality Waitstaff

Plain Sailing (Gather'd Group)
01.2024 - Current

Registered Undergraduate Student of Nursing

St Vincents Hospital Melbourne (SVHM) - Berengarra Residential Aged Care Facility
01.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Nursing -

Australian Catholic University
Monique Bauer