Olivia Zunker
Bundaberg
Summary
I believe I am an organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude with the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. I see myself as a reliable candidate for the position as an Enrolled Nurse, as I am reliable and believe I will be an immediate value to the growing team at the Bundaberg Base Hospital.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Aged Care Worker
Carinity Home Care
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living tasks, promoting independence and dignity.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Developed trust-based relationships with residents by actively listening to their concerns and demonstrating genuine interest in their lives.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Administered medications according to doctor's orders, maintaining accurate records for safety purposes.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
Receptionist
Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre
12.2020 - Current
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Resolved customer problems and complaints.
- Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
- Maintained confidentiality of information regarding clients and company.
Student Nurse
Bundaberg Base Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Worked alongside registered nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of registered nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
Student Nurse
Friendly Society Private Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
- Worked alongside registered nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Disability Support Worker
Integrated Disability Support Service
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
- Supported clients in maintaining a clean living space by assisting with household tasks such as laundry, meal preparation, and general tidying.
- Enhanced quality of life for clients with physical and intellectual disabilities through compassionate care and assistance.
- Prepared nutritious meals to meet individual dietary needs for clients.
- Provided emotional support to clients during challenging times, fostering resilience and coping skills.
- Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities and therapeutic interventions.
- Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all clients by enforcing policies and procedures consistently.
Education
Diploma of Nursing -
TAFE Queensland
Bundaberg 06.2024
Grade 7 - Grade 12 -
Shalom College
Bundaberg, QLD11.2020
Prep - Grade 6 -
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
Bundaberg, QLD12.2014
Skills
- Toileting support
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Dementia Care
- Feeding Assistance
- Palliative Care
- Pressure area care and Continence Care
- Respectful and Compassionate
- Time Management and Problem Solving Skills
- Multitasking and Organization
- Incident Reporting
- First aid and safety
- Medication Assistance
References
Lena Searle: Clinical Coach - Bundaberg Base Hospital
Phone: 07 4150 2199
Email: lena.searle@health.qld.gov.au
Cleo Allen: Registered Nurse - Bundaberg Base Hospital
Phone:
Email:
Leanne Bradbury: State Clinical Nurse Manager - Carinity Home Care
Phone: 0491 094 542
Email: leanne.bradbury@carinity.org.au
Natasha Shelton: Registered Nurse - Friendlies Society Private Hospital
Phone: 0427 239 532
Email: nshelton@fsph.org.au
Glenda McGuire: Clinical Coach - Friendlies Society Private Hospital
Phone: 07 4331 1568
Email: GMcGuire@fsph.org.au
Timeline
Student Nurse
Bundaberg Base Hospital
03.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse
Friendly Society Private Hospital
10.2023 - 11.2023
Aged Care Worker
Carinity Home Care
03.2023 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Integrated Disability Support Service
03.2022 - 01.2023
Receptionist
Bundaberg Physiotherapy Centre
12.2020 - Current
Diploma of Nursing -
TAFE Queensland
Grade 7 - Grade 12 -
Shalom College
Prep - Grade 6 -
St Mary's Catholic Primary School
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