Nadine Chokr
Dulwich Hill,NSW
Summary
I personally strive towards implementing my every ability I plan to contribute to every success by working to the best of my ability and showing my full participation, respect to patients, colleagues, and employers. I am a cheerful, confident and hardworking character and enjoy working in a great environment.
Dedicated and compassionate Endorsed Enrolled Nurse (EEN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication and respectful attitude.
To secure a position in this environment where I can apply my nursing skills, as well as my scholastic qualifications to become a valuable asset. I embrace change and I’m always willing to work within a team and adapt to different environments.
Profile I am a friendly, loyal, energetic and dedicated individual who has an ambition to succeed in any given environment with a fun and positive attitude. I love and have the passion to learn, and am always up to a challenge whatever the situation is. I get along well with others, whilst also working efficiently on my own as I have excellent communication and customer service skills.
Adapt at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximising satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Camperdown, NSW
06.2023 - Current
- Graduate program to gain clinical competence from two wards, as well as professional development.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through thorough double-checking of prescriptions and dosages.
- Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalised care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimised patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Retail Sales Assistant
Saba
Sydney, NSW
03.2020 - Current
- Maintaining/ Cleaning the store.
- Meeting occupational, health and safety requirements.
- Exceptional Communication/ Organisation skills, Administration and Customer care.
- Good work within team structure.
- Effective problem – Dealing with customers both face to face and managers.
- Ensure all tasks are carried out and maintaining hygiene, quality, and safety standards.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders and gift card activations.
- Managed over 50 customer calls per day and increased sales by 100%.
Waitress Trainee
Breakfast Club
Dulwich Hill, NSW
10.2015 - 10.2022
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Serving skills and attention to details, courtesy, and teamwork.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
Assistant in Nursing
Calvary Health Care Kogarah
Sydney, NSW
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Answered call bells and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
- Created positive patient experience by assisting patients with bathing, ambulating, feeding and personal and oral hygiene care to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to optimise comfort.
- Examined patients to detect open wounds, bruises and other issues requiring medical care.
Basketball Coach
PCYC Marrickville Club
Marrickville, Sydney , NSW
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families, and community members.
- Established and evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximise talent areas.
Waitress
Nutrition Station Cafe
Marrickville, Sydney , NSW
09.2017 - 02.2018
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals and walk-in business.
- Managed over 50 customer calls and take-away orders.
Waitress
Bar Valente Café
Dulwich Hill, NSW
10.2015 - 11.2015
- Stayed up to date on menu changes to help customers make food choices.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Cleaned and sanitised dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University Of Technology Sydney
Ultimo, NSW11.2024
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe
Ultimo, NSW10.2022
Bachelor Of Exercise & Sports Science - Health And Physical Education
Australian Catholic University
Sydney, NSW02.2019
Certificate III in Hospitality -
CBD College
Sydney, NSW09.2017
High School Certificate -
Saint Maroun's College
Dulwich Hill, NSW09.2017
Skills
- Verbal and Written communication skills
- Caregiver Relations
- Emotional and Social Support
- Vital Signs Collection
- Observation Documentation
- Emergency Response
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- First Aid Certification
- Time Management
- Multitasking and Prioritisation
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- IV setup
- Removing sutures
- Understanding the care post liver & kidney transplants
Additional Information
4West (Haemodialysis)
St George Hospital Kogarah (160 hours)
- Learning to set up, operate, and troubleshoot dialysis machines.
- Practicing sterile techniques to prevent infection during dialysis procedures.
- Observing and recording patients’ vital signs and machine parameters throughout the dialysis session.
- Conducting thorough patient assessments before and after dialysis, including weight, blood pressure, and fluid status.
- Educating patients about their treatment, dietary restrictions, and fluid management.
- Identifying and managing complications such as hypotension, cramps, and nausea during dialysis.
9S Medical Oncology
Chris O'Brien Lifehouse Camperdown (80 hours)
- Increased staff competency in oncology care through comprehensive training sessions and workshops.
- Successfully managed 50% of RN workload + taking a patient load
- Medication Administration
- Pain assessment
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
7W2 Urology/Gynaecology - Surgical
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital Camperdown (80 hours)
- Assisted in the delivery of high-quality patient care through effective communication with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Managed 50% of RN workload
- Gained hands-on experience performing various nursing procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, and specimen collection
- Utilised Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
Transplantation Services Lung & Heart Transplant - Surgical
St Vincent's Hospital Darlinghurts (80 hours)
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing innovative diagnostic techniques and treatment plans.
- Patient admissions/ discharges
- Patient education on the Lung and Heart Blue book
- Attended to wound-care and post-surgical wounds
Mental Health
St John Of God Burwood Hospital (80 hours)
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive mental health treatment plans.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions that promoted self-awareness, coping skills development, and interpersonal relationship improvements
- Got taught the different treatments for patients, such as Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) & Transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)
Aged Care Rehabilitation & Palliative Care
Calvary Health Care Kogarah (80 hours)
- Mastering nursing documentation
- Medication administration
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
References
Lucas Veneris
Nursing Unit Manager: 9E Transplantation Services Liver & Kidney Transplant
Contact number: (+61) 455 080 899
Email address: Lucas.Veneris@health.nsw.gov.au
Rose Mellino
Retail manager: APG & CO – Saba, Sydney Westfield
Contact number: (+61) 418 246 660
Email address: Rose.Mellino@apgandco.com
Kylie Brennan
Ultimo Tafe NSW Coordinator
Contact number: (+61) 0434 554 114
Email address: Kylie.Brennan@tafensw.edu.au
Peter Kalamvokis
Breakfast Club Café, Marrickville
Contact Number: (+61) 0433 468 568
Email address: pkalam@hotmail.com
Timeline
Endorsed Enrolled Nurse
Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
06.2023 - Current
Assistant in Nursing
Calvary Health Care Kogarah
08.2021 - 09.2021
Retail Sales Assistant
Saba
03.2020 - Current
Basketball Coach
PCYC Marrickville Club
02.2018 - 03.2019
Waitress
Nutrition Station Cafe
09.2017 - 02.2018
Waitress Trainee
Breakfast Club
10.2015 - 10.2022
Waitress
Bar Valente Café
10.2015 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
University Of Technology Sydney
Diploma of Nursing - Nursing
Tafe
Bachelor Of Exercise & Sports Science - Health And Physical Education
Australian Catholic University
Certificate III in Hospitality -
CBD College
High School Certificate -
Saint Maroun's College