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Patricia Tapusoa

Northbridge,NSW

Summary

Registered Nurse with extensive experience in private and public healthcare settings, specializing in patient-centered care and interprofessional collaboration. Demonstrated expertise in managing complex cases with strong clinical judgment and accountability. Skilled in precise documentation and building compassionate relationships, leading to optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure situations.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Telehealth Triage Nurse

Sedgwick
Sydney, NSW
01.2024 - 04.2025
  • Adhered to ethical standards while providing quality healthcare services remotely.
  • Provided immediate health advice and services to patients in a variety of settings.
  • Educated patients on self-care management techniques for improved health outcomes.
  • Conducted follow-up calls to track the progress of patients and ensure compliance with the care plan.

Registered Nurse, General Medicine

Monash Health
Clayton, VIC
08.2023 - 11.2023
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Provided patient and family health education, focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
  • Actively participate in regular education sessions for professional development such as gaining competency in male catheterization.

Registered Nurse, Neurology/Rehabilitation

Monash Health
Kingston, VIC
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assessed patient needs, and prioritized treatment to enhance care delivery, and ensure timely intervention.
  • Coordinated with the critical care team to address complications effectively and to optimize patient care throughout treatment.
  • Prepared patients for procedures by conducting thorough assessments.
  • Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.

Registered Nurse, Older Adults Rehabilitation

Waitemata District Health Board
Auckland, New Zealand
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Building good rapport to encourage patient inclusivity in their own care plan.
  • Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.

Healthcare Assistant

Waitemata District Health Board
Auckland
01.2019 - 11.2022
  • Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in the patient's condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
  • Conducted patient health checks and communicated observations of patients' conditions to medical staff.

COVID-19 Swabber

Waitemata District Health Board
Auckland, New Zealand
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Effectively screened employees and visitors using a specific protocol and a non-contact process.
  • Provided health education and advice, as well as distributing educational material, to increase awareness.

COVID-19 Vaccinator

Waitemata District Health Board
Auckland, New Zealand
07.2021 - 02.2022
  • Demonstrated stewardship by improving work processes and helping to train others.
  • Updated patients' current condition, as well as any observed adverse events in electronic medical records; noting assessment results and nursing interventions applied.

Education

Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) -

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, New Zealand
12-2021

High School Diploma -

Porirua College
12.2012

Skills

  • Strong communication skills
  • Compassionate and respectful
  • Management of nursing care
  • Patient-centered delivery of care
  • Excellent time management
  • Accountability
  • Accurate documentation
  • Strong clinical judgment

References

1. Julie-Anne Gleeson – Sedgwick, Telehealth triage

Clinical Governance (Nurse Practitioner)

Phone: 04 0897 2053

Email: jgl.29895@bigpond.com

2. Preetika Prasad - Sedgwick, Community telehealth triage

Telehealth team leader

Phone: 04 3842 6618

Email: preetika.prasad@dhs.net.au

3. Precious Dulagan - Monash Health, Neurology

Associate Nurse Unit Manager

Phone: 04 0640 0151

Email: Precious.Dulagan@austin.org

4. Anne Sisam - Waitemata District Health Board, Community 

Clinical Lead for inpatient Vaccination

Mobile: +64 250 6725

Email: winsomeanne5e@gmail.com

Timeline

Telehealth Triage Nurse

Sedgwick
01.2024 - 04.2025

Registered Nurse, General Medicine

Monash Health
08.2023 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse, Neurology/Rehabilitation

Monash Health
01.2023 - 08.2023

Registered Nurse, Older Adults Rehabilitation

Waitemata District Health Board
01.2022 - 12.2022

COVID-19 Swabber

Waitemata District Health Board
07.2021 - 02.2022

COVID-19 Vaccinator

Waitemata District Health Board
07.2021 - 02.2022

Healthcare Assistant

Waitemata District Health Board
01.2019 - 11.2022

Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing) -

Auckland University of Technology

High School Diploma -

Porirua College

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