Sophia Kenny
Sydney,NSW
Summary
I am currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing (Accelerated Studies) at the University of Tasmania, Rozelle Campus. I expect to graduate at the end of 2024 and become a Registered Nurse.
My career goals have always involved person-centred care, as my passion lies in working within the community to provide healthcare and communal supports to individuals in need. This is why I have chosen to pursue Nursing as a profession.
During my time as a student Nurse thus far, I have learnt valuable skills which will assist me in a clinical setting.
I endeavour to gain a diverse range of clinical experience before I complete my degree, to ensure I can make the most of my student experience and be well prepared to enter the Nursing profession. This why I have decided to apply for an interstate NUR239 placement in the Northern Territory. I am keen to expand my worldview through an interstate PEP and have an interest in rural community nursing which is part of the reason why I want to experience an interstate PEP for NUR239.
I am expected to attend my first placement in mid July 2023, which will be an 80 hour placement in an Oncology/Medical Ward.
Furthermore, my current and previous employment has provided valuable experience which compliments my studies as a nursing student. In my current employment I work with many complex and diverse individuals to support their mental health and wellbeing. Through this I have developed my communication skills and therapeutic interactions. I am involved in basic medication administration and healthcare. My employment has furthered my desire to become a nurse within the community as I have been witness to the invaluable care nurses provide to many of the clients I work with.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mental Health and Community Support Worker
Stride Mental Health
02.2021 - Current
- Provide emotional support to clients living with mental illness
- Assist clients in developing long-term recovery plans and goals that focus on building their independence through the 'collaborative recovery model of psychosocial rehabilitation'
- Assist individuals with mental illness to improve daily living skills, maintain personal hygiene, and maintain a clean living environment.
- Advocate and work with clients regarding their involvement in health care services, community supports and services, government benefits and employment opportunities
- Administer and/or supervise routine medications and provide personal cares
Disability Support Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
12.2018 - 04.2021
- Provided assistance in daily living activities and personal care
- Utilised Manual Handling to support clients with disabilities impacting their mobility
- Transported clients safely to social activities and health appointments
- Advocated for individuals living with disability to achieve personal goals and receive adequate healthcare.
- Completed shift notes or incident reports detailing client psychosocial health and wellbeing
- Administered medications to clients
- Maintained clients living environment through general cleaning
- Completed active awake shifts to support residents overnight
Assistant Retail Store Manager
Riot Art & Craft
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Assisted store manager in meeting standards for customer service and quality
- Engaged with customers to assist in matters surrounding Arts and Crafts
- Assisted in store design and layout of product
- Completed store cleaning
Education
Bachelor of Nursing (Accelerated Studies)
University of Tasmania
UTAS Rozelle Campus, Rozelle NSW 12.2024
Bachelor of Social Work
Attended University of Sydney in 2021-2022
Sydney, NSWHigh School Certificate (HSC)
Oxford Falls Grammar School (Secondary Education)
Oxford Falls Sydney 09.2018
Skills
- Vital sign taking and interpretation
- Providing personal care and hygiene
- Understanding of documentation in a clinical setting
- Manual Handling
- Basic Live Saving
- Creative and critical thinking
- Disability Support
- Suicide Intervention
- Trauma Informed Care
- Residential and mental health support in a community setting
- Sufficient in computer computer skills
- Passion for outdoor recreational activities such as bird-watching, bushwalking and gardening
Certification
- Foundations for Building Trauma Awareness - Certificate of course Attendance with The Blueknot Foundation
- Foundations for Trauma Informed Care and Practice - Certificate of course Attendance with The Blueknot Foundation 22nd March 2023
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention Certificate of Attendance 9th, 16th and 23rd of September 2022
- Mental Health First Aid Australia Certificate of Accreditation as a Standard Mental Health First Aider 31st May 2022
- Basic Life Support 12th May 2023
- Manual Handling 12th May 2023
Timeline
Mental Health and Community Support Worker
Stride Mental Health
02.2021 - Current
Disability Support Worker
Sunnyfield Disability Services
12.2018 - 04.2021
Assistant Retail Store Manager
Riot Art & Craft
09.2018 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Nursing (Accelerated Studies)
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Social Work
Attended University of Sydney in 2021-2022
High School Certificate (HSC)
Oxford Falls Grammar School (Secondary Education)
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