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
Queensland04-2024
Some College (No Degree) - Certificate 2 & 3 in Health Assisting
Mater Education
BrisbaneSkills
- 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