Paula Kwena
Summary
Healthcare professional with a comprehensive background in providing compassionate patient care and support. Known for reliability and adaptability in dynamic healthcare environments. Brings strong skills in patient monitoring, basic medical procedures, and effective communication, ensuring seamless team collaboration and optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
Aegis Shoreline
02.2024 - Current
- Provide direct care and emotional support to residents and their families
- Assist with activities of daily living (ADLs), including hygiene, mobility, and nutrition
- Monitor and report changes in residents' conditions to RNs and Clinical Nurse Managers
- Contribute to a person-centred environment with dignity and respect
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure quality care
- Completion of care documentation to ensure continuity of care
- Compliance and delivery of care according to the Aged Care Quality Standards and quality management systems
Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
SNS (Staffing Agency)
12.2022 - 01.2024
- Delivered flexible care across various residential aged care homes
- Adapted quickly to different facility protocols and resident needs
- Supported RNs with documentation, feeding, mobility assistance, and hygiene
- Built strong rapport with residents and families through effective communication
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Perth, WA09.2025
Skills
- Medication administration
- Clinical documentation
- Dementia & palliative care
- Leadership and mentoring
- Aged Care Quality Standards
- Risk management
- Communication with families
- Electronic documentation
- Direct patient care
- Collecting vital signs
- Patient care
Certification
- AHPRA Registered Nurse – Current
- Manual Handling Training – Completed
- Infection Control Training – Completed
- CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) – Current
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
Clinical Placements (as RN Student)
- Baptistcare Morrison Gardens, Aged Care Placement, Perth, WA, 2023-04, Shadowed AINs and RNs to develop foundational nursing and aged care skills, Supported residents with ADLs including feeding, dressing, and mobility, Observed care planning and medication rounds with RNs, Built communication and interpersonal skills in a residential aged care environment
- Silverchain, Community Nursing Placement, Perth, WA, 2024-04, Performed wound care on various acute and chronic wounds under supervision, Maintained accurate clinical documentation and progress notes, Engaged with clients and families in their homes, respecting cultural and personal preferences, Practised infection control, hand hygiene, and community health protocols
- Rockingham General Hospital, Emergency Department Placement, WA, 2025-04, Conducted patient assessments and monitored vital signs, Assisted in medication administration (oral, IM, SC) and IV observations, Responded to clinical deterioration and contributed to rapid assessments, Supported the healthcare team in managing acute presentations, admissions, and discharges, Developed prioritisation and time management in a fast-paced environment
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
Aegis Shoreline
02.2024 - Current
Assistant in Nursing (AIN)
SNS (Staffing Agency)
12.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Edith Cowan University