Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Listening to Audio books, watching football, and reading.
Additional Information
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Sandra Chizitere Atasie

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

I am highly skilled in managing multiple projects while meeting strict deadlines. My strengths include excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills, as well as multiculturalism and multilingualism. I am an effective problem-solver and can quickly come up with creative solutions. I am always eager to learn and maintain a positive, enthusiastic attitude. Furthermore, I am a dedicated team player and hard worker who can contribute effectively to any project.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant in Nursing

Regis Aged Care
06.2022 - Current
  • I assisted the residents with their activities of daily living (ADLs), grooming, and transferring within the facility.
  • Assessed emotional and physical changes in residents, particularly those with dementia, and followed the escalation protocol when necessary.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals and the lifestyle team to promote healthy habits among residents.
  • Collaborated with nurses and healthcare team to plan, implement, and evaluate resident care in pressure injury prevention, wound care, medication administration, and pain management.

Student Nurse

QEII Jubilee Hospital: Peri-Operative Services
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Assisted in conducting physical assessments, particularly for patients in the recovery area, to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
  • During my nursing training, I received hands-on clinical experience under the guidance of experienced professionals. This helped me develop my practical skills, including pain management, airway management, patient education, and clinical handovers.

Student Nurse

PAH: Community Mental Health Team
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
  • Contributed towards a positive work environment by maintaining open lines of communication with colleagues at all levels of the organization.

Student Nurse

PAH: Ward 4F Endoscopy Unit
04.2023 - 04.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic medical records systems such as ieMR for accurate documentation of patient information.

Student Nurse

QEII Jubilee Hospital: Cardiac And Telemetry
03.2023 - 03.2023
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information, and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.

Student Nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital: Mental Health Wing
10.2022 - 11.2022

I monitored patients' diets, physical activity, behaviours, and other factors to assess their conditions and adjust treatment plans accordingly. To comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches, I maintained strict patient data procedures. I also assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours, and updated supervising physicians with my observations and concerns.

Student Nurse

QEII Hospital: Ward 2A, Orthopedic And Urology
08.2022 - 09.2022

I worked under the direction of licensed nursing professionals and actively sought out opportunities to learn new skills. I assisted patients with their personal hygiene needs and monitored their fluid input and output, accurately recording these details for permanent records. Additionally, I prepared medical equipment and tools to assist physicians during examinations and treatment of patients. To ensure that patients and caregivers understood their care and medications, I communicated this information in a clear and easy-to-understand manner.

Student Nurse

Logan Hospital: Palliative Care Unit
06.2022 - 07.2022

I adhered to strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches. I also assessed patient conditions, monitored their behaviors, and kept supervising physicians updated with my observations and concerns. Additionally, I helped patients and their families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, which promoted recovery and reduced compliance issues."

Student Nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital: S.I. Unit
02.2022 - 02.2022
  • Observed patient vital signs and reactions to medication to report changes in status to supervisors.
  • Worked with healthcare personnel to deliver consistency and high quality monitored patient vital signs and reactions to medication, and reported changes to supervisors. of care.
  • Assisted the patients with daily living activities, including safe transport and hygiene needs. Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure consistent and high-quality care. Monitored vital signs, observed medication reactions, and promptly reported changes to supervisors.

Professional Cleaner

Pickwick
04.2020 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by meticulously cleaning and sanitizing residential properties.
  • Maintained a high standard of cleanliness for commercial buildings, contributing to an improved work environment.
  • Increased client retention rate through consistent attention to detail and thoroughness in all tasks performed.
  • Streamlined cleaning processes through the use of eco-friendly products and efficient techniques.

Production Worker

ALSCO
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Improved production efficiency by streamlining assembly line processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Enhanced product quality by conducting regular inspections and identifying areas for improvement.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow, resulting in increased productivity and reduced downtime.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing Science

Griffith University
Brisbane, QLD
12.2022

Diploma of Health Care - Nursing Science

Griffith College
Southport, QLD
11.2021

Skills

  • Effective Communication
  • Critical Thinking
  • Empathy and Compassion especially towards the elderly
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Nurse Education and Training
  • Experience in pressure injury prevention and management
  • ieMR and CIMHA training
  • Management of cognitively impaired and dementia patients
  • Medication Administration
  • Culturally diverse
  • Cultural awareness training

Listening to Audio books, watching football, and reading.

I enjoy listening to audiobooks that I can borrow from the Brisbane digital library. I am a fan of Chelsea football club, as well as other clubs, and I love watching their matches. The post-match analysis is always the best part. Additionally, I enjoy reading romantic novels whenever I come across one.

Additional Information

I moved from Nigeria to Australia on January 10, 2020, after getting married the previous year. I was in my final year of studying optometry in Nigeria but decided to move without completing my studies to be with my husband. I have been studying in Australia for three years now. Although I have limited experience in aged care, I have been a carer for three of my grandparents and my mother who has type 2 diabetes. I enjoy caring for people very much, and helping people in their vulnerable states is one of the best things I enjoy doing.



REFERENCES


Marie Simpson

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Siyan Baxter

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Beata Karamchedu

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Timeline

Student Nurse

QEII Jubilee Hospital: Peri-Operative Services
10.2023 - 11.2023

Student Nurse

PAH: Community Mental Health Team
07.2023 - 08.2023

Student Nurse

PAH: Ward 4F Endoscopy Unit
04.2023 - 04.2023

Student Nurse

QEII Jubilee Hospital: Cardiac And Telemetry
03.2023 - 03.2023

Student Nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital: Mental Health Wing
10.2022 - 11.2022

Student Nurse

QEII Hospital: Ward 2A, Orthopedic And Urology
08.2022 - 09.2022

Assistant in Nursing

Regis Aged Care
06.2022 - Current

Student Nurse

Logan Hospital: Palliative Care Unit
06.2022 - 07.2022

Student Nurse

Princess Alexandra Hospital: S.I. Unit
02.2022 - 02.2022

Professional Cleaner

Pickwick
04.2020 - 05.2022

Production Worker

ALSCO
01.2020 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Nursing Science - Nursing Science

Griffith University

Diploma of Health Care - Nursing Science

Griffith College
Sandra Chizitere Atasie