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Tara King

Brisbane,QLD

Summary

Enthusiastic Student Nurse with established interpersonal skills and an eagerness to support team members. I have extensive, practical experience as an assistant in nursing, which has afforded me hands-on experience and knowledge in quality patient care.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant in Nursing

Regis
Ferny Grove, Qld
06.2022 - Current
  • Greet visitors, residents and guests in a professional manner.
  • Enter data into databases accurately and efficiently, including bowel charts and food and fluid charts.
  • Conduct procedures and interventions under direct supervision of Registered Nurse.
  • Create a safe environment for all residents while encouraging independence.
  • Assist residents with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, dressing, grooming.
  • Reported any incidents or accidents according to facility protocols.
  • Monitor residents with acute conditions for changes, improvements or need for intervention. These include changes in behavior, breathing and skin integrity.

Student Nurse

Mater
Brisbane , QLD
03.2024 - 04.2024
  • Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
  • Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
  • Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
  • Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to supervising nurse or physician.
  • Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition in line with medico-legal requirements.
  • Gained an awareness of patient confidentiality.

Student Nurse

Mater
Brisbane, QLD
09.2023 - 09.2023
  • Gained experience and understanding of the primary medical conditions associated with respiratory patients.
  • Developed an understanding of the discharge planning process including common barriers to discharge planning.
  • Completed standard nursing assessments including bladder scans and electrocardiography (ECG) tests.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
  • Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
  • Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
  • Participated in daily nursing handovers to ensure ongoing, accurate patient care.

Student Nurse

Mercy Aged Care
Nudgee, Qld
02.2023 - 03.2023
  • Assessed vital signs for assigned patients using formal assessments including blood glucose level checks and urinalysis checks.
  • Developed an understanding of the complex co-morbidities affecting the older person.
  • Gained an appreciation of the role of pastoral care in clients wellbeing and end of life care.
  • Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
  • Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.

Education

Diploma - Nursing

Mater Education
Queensland
04-2024

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate 2 & 3 in Health Assisting

Mater Education
Brisbane

Skills

  • Well developed communication skills
  • Empathetic
  • Compassionate
  • Adaptable and flexible
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Positive and professional attitude

Timeline

Student Nurse

Mater
03.2024 - 04.2024

Student Nurse

Mater
09.2023 - 09.2023

Student Nurse

Mercy Aged Care
02.2023 - 03.2023

Assistant in Nursing

Regis
06.2022 - Current

Diploma - Nursing

Mater Education

Some College (No Degree) - Certificate 2 & 3 in Health Assisting

Mater Education
Tara King