Stephanie Grace Tabanag

Assistant in Nursing (AIN)

St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, Brisbane

Endoscopy Unit

• Supported nursing care in the Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) in Endoscopy Unit
• Assisted with post-anaesthetic patient monitoring, including vital signs, airway support, and level of consciousness under RN supervision.
• Participated in patient admissions and safe discharge processes following procedural sedation
• provided post-procedure patient education and discharge instructions to patients and families.
• Administered oral and IV medications under direct supervision of RN in accordance with hospital policy and scope of practice.

Operating Theatre 12 month experience

• worked in the operating theatre environment supporting preoperative nursing teams
• prepared general surgical items, sutures, dressings and disposable items for surgical procedures.
• Ensured surgical consumables were correctly selected, available, and ready for use.

• Provided person-centred care in an innovative residential aged care facility comprising approximately 13 domestic-style houses with up to 4 residents each.
• Supported residents with daily living activities, mobility assistance, and emotional support within a home-like environment.
• Promoted independence and dignity while maintaining a safe and supportive atmosphere aligned with the New Direction Care model