Ngozi Beneath Ogunka
SCULLIN,Australian Capital Territory
Summary
I am a new graduate. The past few years of my nursing education have been filled with beautiful, stressful and memorable teaching and clinical experiences, especially in the clinical setting. I have been able to experience nursing in the community setting, surgical, gastroenterology, NICU, general medical, cardiothoracic and urology and ICU wards, where, I have been able to participate in different clinical activities. I believe my strengths are in communication and using it to develop my assessment skills. I have been able to care for multiple patients under supervision, demonstrate the ability to complete patient assessments, and use them to formulate a plan and enhance documentation skills.
During the first six months of new graduate program, professional goals will be improving time management skills. This goal will be achieved through critical thinking via time prioritisation, delegating some tasks and minimizing or avoiding distractions. I would plan to achieve this goal by using daily shift planners to plan my shift at the start of every shift to keep me on track, so that I will not end up rushing at the last minute or leaving some tasks undone. At the end of each day, I will check my shift planner to see if I was able to complete all the tasks that were due to be completed on my shift. I will also work with a buddy nurse who I will ask for feedback.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Disability Support Worker
Aruma Disability Services
10.2020 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Facilitated family meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Provided crisis intervention services to individuals facing medical, emotional and mental health challenges in hospital setting.
- Facilitated support groups for patients and families dealing with chronic illnesses.
- Coordinated individualized discharge plans to manage safe transition back into community and home environments.
- Kept accurate records for client files and handled related paperwork.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
- Assisted patients in accessing housing, financial assistance and other community resources.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments
Student Nurse
Canberra Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Administered close patient care, checked vital signs and monitored telemetry.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
Student Nurse
Calvary Public Hospital Bruce
03.2023 - 04.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Administered close patient care, and checked vital signs.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (DHR) systems to record patient data.
Child Care Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning
08.2015 - 06.2020
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities, and concerns.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe.
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities.
- Helped with creation of age-appropriate activities to keep children positively engaged.
- Assisted with meal preparation and feeding to meet children's dietary needs.
- Applied positive behaviour management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Engaged with children individually to encourage physical activity and academic curiosity.
- Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
- Read stories, sang songs and facilitated creative play.
- Dispensed snacks and meals to children in accordance with nutritional guidelines.
- Responded to inquiries from parents and guardians.
- Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.
- Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication and problem-solving skills for children.
- Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
- Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities.
- Encouraged children's emotional and social development.
- Implemented daily routines and activities to stimulate and engage children.
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings and any medications administered.
- Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviours in children.
- Documented children's growth and development.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development.
- Communicated with parents regarding child's behavior, daily activities, and concerns
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs
- Supervised free play and other activities to keep children safe
- Maintained child-friendly environment by allowing frequent access to outdoor activities
Community Support Worker
IRT Group
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in team settings, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Organized and detail-oriented with strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Received and resolved average of several calls each week regarding complaints and problems
- Advocated for clients for comprehensive service delivery and linkage to numerous hospital, veterans' benefits opportunities and community agencies
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity
- Participated in community events and activities to increase awareness of available social services
- Aided in identification of individuals and families in need of social services to provide benefits and resources
- Maintained professional and productive working relationships with community leaders and organizations to promote teamwork and boost rapport
- Facilitated referrals to community resources and services to meet needs of individuals and families
Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
University of Canberra
Canberra, ACT06.2023
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Direct Patient Care
- Taking Vitals
- Medication Side Effect Knowledge
- Documenting Vitals
- Charting and Documentation
- Patient Education
- Newborn Assessments
- Pressure Wound Treatment
- Intramuscular Injections
- Medication administration
Timeline
Student Nurse
Canberra Hospital
05.2023 - 06.2023
Student Nurse
Calvary Public Hospital Bruce
03.2023 - 04.2023
Disability Support Worker
Aruma Disability Services
10.2020 - Current
Community Support Worker
IRT Group
08.2017 - 12.2019
Child Care Assistant
Goodstart Early Learning
08.2015 - 06.2020
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing
University of Canberra
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