Samantha Ferrara
Bentleigh East,VIC
Summary
As a dedicated and compassionate graduate nurse, I am committed to providing high-quality patient care in diverse healthcare settings. Through my academic training and clinical experiences, I have developed a strong foundation in nursing principles, patient assessment, and evidence-based practice. I am adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic care, and I have a keen focus on patient safety, advocacy, and continuous learning. My ability to communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals, combined with my passion for improving patient outcomes, positions me as a valuable asset to any healthcare team.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Sales Assistant
Elite Eleven
Chadstone, VIC
12.2021 - Current
- Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations
- Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments
- Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone
- Managed day/night shifts
Retail Sales Assistant
Novo Shoes
Chadstone
06.2018 - 12.2021
- Provided excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries promptly.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Assisted with conducting merchandise stock counts and reported discrepancies to supervisor.
Receptionist Assistant
IMC Insurance
South Yarra
06.2017 - 06.2019
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records
- Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly
- Organized electronic and hard copy filing systems for easy retrieval of documents and information.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Swinburne University of Technology
Hawthorn, VIC11-2025
High School (VCE) -
Sacred Heart Girls College
12.2021
Clinical Placement
Holmesglen Private Hospital| Melbourne, VIC | Aug 2025- Sept 2025 (160 hours)
- Peri-operative nursing
- Assisted in theatre preparation, equipment checks, and sterile set-up
- Participated in surgical counts (instruments, sharps, and swabs) with the RN team
- Monitored airway, oxygen therapy, and patient recovery progress
- Completed preoperative admissions and surgical safety checklist under RN supervision
Cabrini Hospital | Melbourne , VIC | May 2025 - June 2025 (160 hours)
- Peri-operative nursing
Thomas Embling Hospital | Melbourne , VIC | Mar 2025- Mar 2025 (160 hours)
- Forensicare and acute mental health setting
- Participated in leave to facilitate community reintegration
- Educated and engaged in intramuscular medication administration
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to help patients progress further
- Built a rapport with patients to understand their mental health
- Conducted mental state examinations on patients
Alfred hospital | Melbourne , VIC | Aug 2024-Oct 2024 (160 hours)
- Assisted in developing individual rehabilitation plans for clients based on their needs
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans
- Administered medications according to physician orders
- Prescribed medications according to physician orders, and monitored their effectiveness over time
- Participated in case conferences with other professionals to discuss treatment options
Cabrini Hospital | Malvern, Vic |Mar 2024 - Apr 2024 (160 hours)
- Surgical ortho and neuro ward
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising nurse or physician
References
Samay Nguyen: Registered Nurse
Email: samay.nguyen@forensicare.vic.gov.au Phone: 0401935395
Gemma Leo: Registered Nurse
Email: gemma.leo@mgp.net.au Phone: 0426466535
Grace Bracun: Elite Eleven Manager
Email: grace.bracun@eliteeleven.com.au Phone: 0422997041
Timeline
Retail Sales Assistant
Elite Eleven
12.2021 - Current
Retail Sales Assistant
Novo Shoes
06.2018 - 12.2021
Receptionist Assistant
IMC Insurance
06.2017 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Nursing -
Swinburne University of Technology
High School (VCE) -
Sacred Heart Girls College