Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Nurse
Wesley College
Glen Waverley, VIC
05.2025 - Current
Maintained accurate records of student health information.
Recorded health centre visits using Synergetic.
Completed Bravehearts: Child Protection for Schools.
Advised parents and guardians about their child's health status at school or home.
Serving as a point of contact between healthcare providers and families, as needed.
Completed professional development related to paediatric nursing topics.
Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
Administered and supervised administration of prescription medication to students.
Communicated with students about their feelings, the need for mental health assistance, or social and emotional support.
Use of Microsoft Office and Synergetic.
Registered Nurse
Hartnett Clinic
Seaford, VIC
03.2025 - Current
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal patient care.
Anaphylaxis management.
Administered immunisations according to The National Immunisation Program.
Adhered to cold chain management procedures as per the National Guidelines.
Maintained accurate records of all immunisations administered in the Australian Immunisation Register.
Monitored patient reactions to vaccinations and reported any adverse reactions to SAEFVIC.
Educated patients on the importance of receiving vaccinations, as well as potential side effects.
Organised and conducted nurse-led in clinic and offsite immunisation clinics.
Assessed clients' eligibility for federal and state programs.
Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, such as smoking cessation, weight loss programs, and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
Monitored chronic illnesses, such as asthma or diabetes, through regular follow-up visits.
Ongoing, up-to-date, continuing professional development.
Encouraged a positive working environment by providing support for nurses.
Planned, organised, and directed educational activities of nursing and clinic staff members.
Developed policies and procedures for the practice.
Treatment room management.
Maintained medical equipment and ordered supplies.
Achieved goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for the efficient running of the practice.
Monitored infection control procedures.
Monitored quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with standards of care.
Administered iron infusions.
Performed ECGs.
Assisted doctors with procedures, as needed.
Performed health assessments, care plans, and team care arrangements.
Instructed patients on the proper use of medical equipment, such as inhalers, and continuous glucose monitors.
Provided wound care management, including dressing changes, and suture removal.
Use of Best Practice and Medical Director software.
Use of MS Office and Outlook.
Providing administration and reception support as needed.
Registered Nurse (Team Leader Jan 2023-April 2025)
Valewood Clinic/North Dandenong Clinic
Mulgrave, VIC
05.2014 - Current
Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise, and level-headed approaches to provide optimal patient care.
Anaphylaxis management.
Administered immunisations according to The National Immunisation Program.
Adhered to cold chain management procedures as per the National Guidelines.
Maintained accurate records of all immunisations administered in the Australian Immunisation Register.
Monitored patient reactions to vaccinations and reported any adverse reactions to SAEFVIC.
Educated patients on the importance of receiving vaccinations, as well as potential side effects.
Organised and conducted nurse-led in clinic and offsite immunisation clinics.
Assessed clients' eligibility for federal and state programs.
Educated patients on disease prevention strategies, such as smoking cessation, weight loss programs, and adopting healthy lifestyle habits.
Monitored chronic illnesses, such as asthma or diabetes, through regular follow-up visits.
Ongoing, up-to-date, continuing professional development.
Encouraged a positive working environment by providing support for nurses.
Planned, organised, and directed educational activities of nursing and clinic staff members.
Developed policies and procedures for the practice.
Treatment room management.
Obtained AGPAL accreditation for the practice.
Maintained medical equipment and ordered supplies.
Conducted performance reviews for nursing staff members and provided feedback on their work habits.
Achieved goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for the efficient running of the practice.
Monitored infection control procedures, including sterilisation.
Monitored quality assurance programs to ensure compliance with standards of care.
Ensured that all staff members were up-to-date on their own immunisations prior to working with patients.
Administered iron infusions.
Performed employment medicals, including Crystalline Silica, Cat 3 railway medicals.
Performed spirometry, audiometry, ear irrigation, and ECG.
Assisted doctors with procedures, as needed.
Performed health assessments, care plans, and team care arrangements.
Instructed patients on the proper use of medical equipment, such as inhalers, and continuous glucose monitors.
Provided wound care management, including dressing changes, and suture removal.
Use of Best Practice and Medical Director software.
Use of MS Office and Outlook.
Providing administration and reception support as needed.
Registered Nurse
Cabrini Hospital
Malvern, VIC
02.2001 - 12.2019
Experienced in multiple specialties including orthopaedics, neurosurgery, plastics, oncology, and palliative care.
Administered medications, intravenous fluids, blood products and other treatments as prescribed.
Provided direct nursing care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures.
Maintained aseptic technique to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
Informed patients, family members and caregivers of instructions for post-operative at-home care.
Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with care and compassion.
Education
Victorian School Nurses Association
06-2025
Nurse Immuniser -
Benchmarque Group
01-2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Monash University
Peninsula Campus
11-2001
Registration Number NMW0001070875
AHPRA Registration
Professional Indemnity Insurance
Australian Nurses And Midwifery Federation
Skills
Strong oral and written communication skills
Multitasking and Organisation
Strong clinical judgment
Nursing team oversight
Quality improvement
Self-starter
Empathetic
Accomplishments
Served as Infection Control Coordinator at Valewood Clinic and North Dandenong Clinic. Educated staff to ensure compliance with infection control policy.
Certification
Current registration as a Division 1 Registered Nurse with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Authority
Current Victorian Working with Children Check
Current Victorian driver's license
Current HLTAID009 CPR, anaphylaxis, and first aid certificate
Nurse Immuniser
Bravehearts: Child protection for schools
Volunteer
Wellington Preschool Secretary
Mulgrave Scouts parent committee
St John Vianney Primary School parent committee
Waverley Hawks Football Club general helper
Mount Waverley City Soccer Club general helper
References
Anastasia Tukavkin - Practice Manager 0429 312 770
Cheryl HIlton - Registered Nurse 0459 777 051
Alexandra Walker - Registered Nurse/Paramedic 0432 412 054
Interests
Caravanning/Camping with my family
Walking my dog out in nature
Reading
Gardening
Cooking
Timeline
School Nurse
Wesley College
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Hartnett Clinic
03.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (Team Leader Jan 2023-April 2025)