Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
EXPERIENCE - Hospital Placements
Timeline
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Saidhbh Fahy

Five Dock,Australia

Summary

Compassionate and dynamic nursing professional with hands-on experience at Chris O’Brien Life House, demonstrating excellence in patient assessment, vital signs monitoring, and collaborative clinical care. Recognised for adaptability and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality care in fast-paced settings. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Nursing at the University of Notre Dame, Darlinghurst, with a solid academic foundation in anatomy, nursing practices, and health ethics. Dedicated to upholding the CORE values of the nursing profession, with a firm belief in treating every patient with respect, autonomy, and empowerment.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant in Nursing (Day Surgery Unit)

Chris O’Brien Life House
01.2025 - Current
  • Initial Patient Admission
  • ECGs
  • Assistance in Patient transfer
  • Management of beds
  • Collaborate with departments to streamline communication and workflow.
  • Ensure office equipment is operational
  • Maintain the stock room, ensuring it's fully stocked and clean
  • Pressure Area Care for Inmobile Patients, with the use of appropriate safety equipment

Assistant in Nursing

Sublime Nursing - Royal North Shore Hospital, Ryde Hospital
08.2024 - Current
  • Monitor patient vital signs and report changes to the nursing staff.
  • Document patient progress and any concerns in medical records accurately.
  • Assist patients with ADLs and personal hygiene routines.
  • In Patient Specialising
  • Assist with the ambulation of patients utilising appropriate equipment safely.

Medical Receptionist

Osteo and Health Inner West
04.2022 - 12.2024
  • Managed patient check-ins and appointment scheduling efficiently.
  • Answered phone calls and addressed patient inquiries professionally.
  • Processed insurance claims and verified patient eligibility promptly.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organisation of the reception area consistently.
  • Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
  • Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.

Receptionist

Carilie Swimming School
07.2022 - 05.2023
  • Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
  • Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
  • Assisted visitors with inquiries and provided information
  • Managed front desk operations and greeted visitors
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed and implemented effective cleaning strategies for different areas.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

University of Notre Dame
Darlinghurst
02-2026

Higher School Certificate -

Domremy Catholic College
Five Dock
01.2021

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Flexibility and adaptability
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Medical documentation
  • Healthcare communication
  • Clinical teamwork
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Higher School Certificate (HSC)
  • Working with Children's Check - Employ (WWCC)
  • CPR/First Aid Certified
  • Basic Life Support
  • Fire safety and evacuation - Practical
  • C Class Driver
  • All Manditory HETI completed
  • Additional inservices
  • Mask fit checked

References

  • Samantha, Granger, 0418 499 361, Osteo and health Inner West
  • Maddie, Burke, 0420 968 905, Carlile Swimming
  • Lauren, Winter, 0424 426 260, lauren.winter@lh.org.au, Chris O'Brien Lifehouse
  • Kate Patterson, 0413 300 636, katepat999@gmail.com, Macquarie Hospital

EXPERIENCE - Hospital Placements

The Sutherland Hospital, Caringbah - Student Nurse - 4-week Placement, Emergency Department, June 2025

  • Monitoring & Responding to Changes in a Client/Patient Condition.
  • Managing Medication Administration
  • Managing the Care of a Group of Clients-Patients

Macquarie Hospital, North Ryde - Student Nurse - 2-week Placement, Long Term Recovery, May 2025

  • Strength-based assessment and long-term goal planning
  • Mental State Examination
  • Documentation of consumer data and report writing
  • Administration of psychotropic medications
  • Therapeutic recovery-oriented communication

Sydney Hospital/ Sydney Eye Hospital, Sydney CBD - Student Nurse - 5-week Placement, Day Procedures Unit, Outpatient Unit, Drug and Alcohol/Medical Ward, October 2024

  • Teaching a Client/Patient
  • Managing the care of a group of clients
  • Pain Assessment

St Vincent's Hospital, Darlinghurst - Student Nurse - 4-week Placement, Neurology Ward, May 2024

  • Intravenous therapy

St Joseph Hospital, Auburn - Student Nurse - 3-week Placement, Rehab and Palliative care, November 2022

  • Medication Management and Administration
  • Wound Assessment, Management and Dressings

Summit HealthCare, Randwick - Student Nurse - 3-week placement, Aged Care June 2022

  • Personal hygiene
  • Patient hygiene
  • Vital signs
  • Fall risk assessments
  • Waterlow Assessment
  • Documentation
  • Assisting in repositioning, mobilisation, and feeding patients
  • Therapeutic communication

Timeline

Assistant in Nursing (Day Surgery Unit)

Chris O’Brien Life House
01.2025 - Current

Assistant in Nursing

Sublime Nursing - Royal North Shore Hospital, Ryde Hospital
08.2024 - Current

Receptionist

Carilie Swimming School
07.2022 - 05.2023

Medical Receptionist

Osteo and Health Inner West
04.2022 - 12.2024

Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse

University of Notre Dame

Higher School Certificate -

Domremy Catholic College
Saidhbh Fahy