Shivaashna Kumar
Redfern,NSW
Summary
Recent graduate in Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Materials Science and Engineering)/Master of Biomedical Engineering student with reliable student skills in leadership and commitment. I have gained hands on experience in conducting research and identifying unmet clinical needs as well as efficient coordination with multidisciplinary team members and understanding user needs. As a resident leader for more than 600 residents, I have built a strong sense of community by provision of peer support and organising social, academic, cultural, health and wellbeing events promoting a sense of inclusivity. With years of customer service experience, I am skilled in building rapport and creating and promoting a positive environment. Known for my strong communication, problem-solving, and leadership skills, I’m committed to making a lasting impact in both the healthcare and community spaces.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Resident Leader
Iglu Student Accomodation
09.2022 - Current
- Provide provision of peer support, organizing and running social, academic, cultural, health and wellbeing events while fulfilling the commitments of a shift around the property.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Conducted daily welfare checks and coordinated with facility staff to meet resident needs.
Private Elderly Caregiver
Montefiore
03.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Monitored client vital signs, administered medications, and tracked behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Clinical Placement
UNSW Lifestyle Clinic
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with a multidisciplinary team to identify and address an unmet clinical need prevalent within the clinic.
- Conducted a thorough and rigorous research to analyze and assess the clinic's current operations and patient care protocols.
- Developed communication skills both with the clinicians and the patients.
Intern Rehabilitation Engineer
Assistive Technology and Seating - Macquarie Hospi
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Collaborated with a team of multidisciplinary professionals to design and test assistive technology solutions for clients with spinal cord injuries and other diagnoses requiring wheelchair seating.
- Developed an understanding of clientele needs in Assistive Technology and Seating.
- Gained an in depth experience in technical problem solving.
Project Team Member
Newcrest Mining Ltd in Collaboration With UNSW
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Coordinated project meetings with stakeholders and team members to ensure all parties were informed of progress and timelines.
- Developed detailed project plans for each phase of the project, outlining tasks, deadlines, deliverables and resource requirements.
- Collaborated on a cross-functional team to innovate drilling solutions, enhancing crack propagation efficiency.
Waitress Trainee
Flyover Fritterie
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering(Honours) - Materials Science And Engineering
The University of New South Wales
Sydney09.2024
Master of Biomedical Engineering - Biomedical Engineering
The University of New South Wales
Sydney09.2024
Skills
- Research and analysis
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Computer-Aided Design
- Design implementation
- Records Maintenance
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Data Analytics
- Computational modeling
- Project Management
- Technical reporting
- Finite element analysis
- Microsoft Office proficient
Certification
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- Working with children check
- Food safety
Timeline
Clinical Placement
UNSW Lifestyle Clinic
06.2024 - 08.2024
Intern Rehabilitation Engineer
Assistive Technology and Seating - Macquarie Hospi
09.2023 - 01.2024
Resident Leader
Iglu Student Accomodation
09.2022 - Current
Project Team Member
Newcrest Mining Ltd in Collaboration With UNSW
09.2022 - 11.2022
Private Elderly Caregiver
Montefiore
03.2022 - Current
Waitress Trainee
Flyover Fritterie
03.2022 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Engineering(Honours) - Materials Science And Engineering
The University of New South Wales
Master of Biomedical Engineering - Biomedical Engineering
The University of New South Wales
- HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
- Working with children check
- Food safety
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