Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Workplace Learning History
Timeline
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Saskia Zilliacus

Warrawee

Summary

Dedicated single parent of two daughters with my youngest daughter living with me and having Autism. Successfully completed Bachelor of Nursing at Charles Darwin University in March of this year. Obtained registration in August. Gained valuable experience as an AIN in aged care, sub-acute, and acute care settings. Known for hardworking nature and excelling as a Registered Nurse by providing individualized patient care. Commitment to delivering top-notch patient care evident through effective education and counseling skills. Strong focus on leadership, continuously striving to enhance patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive and efficient patient care.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Hardi Agedcae
10.2024 - Current

Resident Assessment:
Conduct comprehensive evaluations to understand each resident's physical, mental, emotional, and social needs.
Care Planning:
Develop individualised care plans that address each resident's unique requirements, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team.
Direct Nursing Care:
Provide direct nursing care, including administering medications, managing wounds, and monitoring vital signs.
Supervision and Mentoring:
Supervise and mentor enrolled nurses and junior RNs.
Collaboration:
Work effectively with other healthcare professionals, such as doctors, therapists, and social workers, to coordinate care.
Resident Advocacy:
Advocate for residents' rights and well-being, ensuring their dignity and comfort.
Education and Support:
Provide education and support to residents and their families regarding their health and care.
Quality Assurance:
Ensure that care is delivered according to established standards and policies, and that any changes in residents' conditions are promptly reported and addressed.
Documentation:
Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
Safety:
Contribute to a safe and healthy environment for residents, family, and staff.
Professional Development:
Participate in regular professional development to stay current with best practices.

  • Recently, I complicated an introduction to Leadership for RN's

Assistant in Nursing

Lady Davidson Private Hospital
01.2024 - 10.2024
  • Personal Care: Assisting patients with showering, bathing, dressing, and eating.
  • Mobility and Support: Helping patients move, position, and reposition in bed or from bed to wheelchair.
  • Hygiene: Performing tasks like cleaning and hygiene for patients, including denture care and skin care.
  • Observation and Reporting: Observing and reporting changes in patients' conditions, behavior, and vital signs.
  • Basic Treatment: Assisting with therapy plans, rehabilitation exercises, and simple wound care.
  • Support for Nurses: Assisting with routine technical tasks, including medication delivery and setting up for procedures.
  • Patient Records: Maintaining accurate patient records.
  • Teamwork and Communication: Collaborating with other healthcare professionals, communicating patient concerns, and relaying changes in medical conditions.

Assistant in Nursing

North Shore Public Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2023
  • Registered nurse, provide support to the nursing team in the delivery of
  • Nursing care in an acute care environment, as directed by the
  • Registered Nurse
  • Provide direct care activities to patients per the
  • Nursing care plan, and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
  • Assist Registered and Enrolled Nurses with patient care
  • Interventions as directed
  • Contribute to collecting accurate health care information and
  • Maintaining precise health care documentation as required
  • Communicate effectively with patients and other healthcare professionals
  • Team members follow appropriate protocols

Assistant in Nursing

Blayney Multi-Purpose Service NSW Heatlh
01.2018 - 12.2018
  • Support the nursing team in delivering nursing care in an acute care environment, as directed by the Registered Nurse.
  • Provide direct care activities to patients per the nursing care plan and under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Assist Registered and Enrolled Nurses with patient care
  • Interventions as directed
  • Contribute to collecting accurate health care information and
  • Maintaining precise health care documentation as required
  • Communicate effectively with patients and other health care professionals
  • Team members follow the appropriate protocol

Assistant in Nursing

Macquarie Care Center
04.2012 - 02.2016
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Delivered individualised patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments, and evaluating patient needs.
  • Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
  • Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.Utilised

Assistant in nursing (aged care)

Opal Netherby Aged Care Service
06.2008 - 01.2009

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT
04.2025

Bachelor of Nursing -

Charles Strut University
Bathurst, NSW
01.2009

Certificate in Tertiary Preparation -

North Sydney TAFE
St Leonards, NSW
01.2008

Skills

  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Wound care
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Medication administration
  • Palliative and pain management

Certification

  • First Aid Certificate, Current
  • National Police Check, Current

Workplace Learning History

  • NUR370 Nursing Practice 4, 160, Norwest Private Hospital, Theatres anaesthetic nursing.
  • NUR370 Professional Experience Placement 4, 160, Norwest Private Hospital, Intensive care unit.
  • NUR344 Nursing Practice 4, 160, Lady Davidson Private Hospital, Rehabilitation model of care.
  • NUR343 Nursing Practice 3, 80, Mental Health.
  • NUR244 Nursing Practice 2, 160, Bathurst Base Paediatrics Ward, Paediatrics oral medication administration and management.
  • NUR125 Nursing Practice 1, 160, Blayney Multi-Purpose Centre, Community health.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Hardi Agedcae
10.2024 - Current

Assistant in Nursing

Lady Davidson Private Hospital
01.2024 - 10.2024

Assistant in Nursing

North Shore Public Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2023

Assistant in Nursing

Blayney Multi-Purpose Service NSW Heatlh
01.2018 - 12.2018

Assistant in Nursing

Macquarie Care Center
04.2012 - 02.2016

Assistant in nursing (aged care)

Opal Netherby Aged Care Service
06.2008 - 01.2009

Bachelor of Nursing -

Charles Darwin University

Bachelor of Nursing -

Charles Strut University

Certificate in Tertiary Preparation -

North Sydney TAFE
Saskia Zilliacus