Saleema Idrees
Wolli Creek,Australia
Summary
I am an Australian citizen with full working rights and a compassionate nursing professional transitioning from extensive experience as an Assistant in Nursing to a Registered Nurse role. Skilled in delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered care, I bring a proven ability to support multidisciplinary teams and uphold best practices in safety and infection control. My background includes assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring patient conditions, and providing empathetic care tailored to diverse cultural and individual needs. With strong communication and organisational skills, I am committed to fostering patient trust, promoting recovery, and contributing to positive healthcare outcomes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
Strathfield Private Hospital
09.2023 - Current
- Delivered compassionate, person-centred care to patients, assisting with activities of daily living and mobility support.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient condition to nursing staff, ensuring timely interventions.
- Assisted in maintaining infection control and safety standards across the ward.
- Collaborated effectively within multidisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and wellbeing
- Completed documentation of observations, interventions, and patient progress.
- Respected the privacy, dignity, and cultural preferences of all patients under care.
Trainer & Assessor
Allies Training Centre
01.2022 - 06.2024
- Reviewed and aligned curriculum materials with state standards and district goals, ensuring compliance and consistency with learning outcomes.
- Delivered engaging lessons using role-playing, simulations, and lectures, increasing student engagement scores.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage participation and collaboration, with over 90% of students regularly contributing ideas.
- Adapted teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning needs, leading to measurable improvements in student performance.
- Implemented assessment tools to track achievement and provide data-driven instruction, supporting a 15% improvement in test scores.
- Planned and organised lessons in line with state standards, ensuring the timely delivery of content and accurate evaluation of student progress.
Merchandise & Logistics Consultant
PVH Brand
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained inventory accuracy by efficiently checking in deliveries, pricing items, and stocking merchandise, ensuring compliance with company standards.
- Optimised product turnover by rotating older inventory to the front of displays, helping reduce product waste.
- Contributed to sales growth by actively participating in team meetings focused on sales targets and merchandising strategies.
- Sustained adequate floor stock levels through timely replenishments, preventing out-of-stock incidents and improving customer satisfaction scores.
- Collaborated with a team of 20+ members to streamline logistics and inventory processes, reducing stock discrepancies.
Service Attendant
Scentregroup
11.2021 - 02.2023
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store promotions and policies, ensuring accurate communication and upselling opportunities.
- Executed cash handling and reconciliation responsibilities with accuracy, managing daily transactions of up to $5,000+.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions to management within strict timeframes, reducing downtime and service disruptions.
- Delivered prompt service for customer parking needs, assisting an average of 100+ customers per shift to ensure efficiency and satisfaction.
- Resolved guest complaints effectively, achieving a 95%+ resolution rate and strengthening customer loyalty.
- Provided courteous, professional service that enhanced guest experience, contributing to consistently positive customer feedback and repeat visits
Crew Member & Shift Manager
McDonalds
04.2017 - 04.2022
- Consistently achieved profit targets, improving efficiency and reducing operational costs by up to 15% through careful management of resources and labour hours.
- Maintained compliance with safety, hygiene, and regulatory standards while ensuring store cleanliness during all operating hours.
- Coordinated schedules for a 50+ member team, optimising staff coverage to meet peak business demands and reduce overtime by 10%.
- Fostered a positive and inclusive work environment, ensuring adherence to company policies as well as state and federal employment guidelines.
- Partnered with senior management to successfully implement operational changes, resulting in streamlined workflows and a measurable improvement in team productivity.
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
University of Wollongong
Liverpool, NSW07-2024
Cert IV - Training and Assessment
Jenard College
Sydney, NSW04-2022
Higher School Certificate -
Burwood Girls High School
Burwood, NSW08-2020
Skills
- Experience in HIPAA compliance
- Dependable collaborator
- Active listening and empathy
- Patient care management
- Monitoring vital signs
- Cognitive impairment assistance
- Strategic decision-making
- Documentation and reporting
- Medication administration
- Comprehensive patient evaluations
- Collaborative team management
- Effective time management
LANGUAGE
English (Native language)
Urdu, Hindi & Punjabi (Able to understand and speak)
Clinical Placements – Bachelor of Nursing
1. Prince of Wales Hospital – Mental Health Unit
- Supported patients with acute and chronic mental health conditions, applying therapeutic communication strategies.
- Assisted in delivering holistic care plans under supervision, ensuring safety and dignity in care.
- Gained insight into crisis management, de-escalation techniques, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
2. St George Hospital – Newborn & Maternity Unit
- Assisted in the care of mothers and newborns, including feeding support, hygiene, and monitoring vital signs.
- Observed and supported midwives and nurses in providing postnatal education and family-centred care.
- Developed skills in handling sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.
3. Liverpool Hospital – Emergency Department
- Assisted with triage support and patient monitoring in a high-pressure environment.
- Gained experience in managing acute presentations, observing emergency procedures, and supporting rapid interventions.
- Enhanced adaptability, prioritisation, and communication skills in a fast-paced clinical setting.
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
Strathfield Private Hospital
09.2023 - Current
Merchandise & Logistics Consultant
PVH Brand
08.2022 - 05.2023
Trainer & Assessor
Allies Training Centre
01.2022 - 06.2024
Service Attendant
Scentregroup
11.2021 - 02.2023
Crew Member & Shift Manager
McDonalds
04.2017 - 04.2022
Bachelor - Nursing
University of Wollongong
Cert IV - Training and Assessment
Jenard College
Higher School Certificate -
Burwood Girls High School