Tara Stephens
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I am seeking a graduate nurse role. By December of 2023 I will have a Bachelor in Nursing from Griffith University. I consistently apply nursing processes and performs delegated tasks under direction and supervision of Registered Nurse throughout placements. I collaborates with patient and family to offer evidence-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of interdisciplinary team. I aim to be an attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and compassion during each shift throughout placement. I consider myself to be hardworking and driven. I am ready for anew opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills in a hospital setting.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
TEAM MEMBER AND SUPERVISOR
Zambrero Springwood
10.2018 - 03.2022
- Worked as both a team member following the directions of others and further took on the responsibility of supervisor to manage the team in the absence of a manager to gain greater experience.
- I provided optimal customer experiences by accurately taking customer orders and safely handling food, while simultaneously enhancing customer service and verbal communication skills.
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Centacare
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Throughout working for Centacare, I got to gain experience in both a work setting and a personal setting, which has allowed me to grow to become a better employee for the next stage of my career
- Throughout this year, I have found myself working in both one on one and group settings
- This has allowed for the development of being able to work as a part of a team, while also being able to strengthen problem solving skills
- I gained key experience in helping and providing personal care regularly to clients
- I further developed effective communication skills involving both clients and families in order to ensure suitable care was given
- I was further given a chance to manage medications via Webster Packs, which enabled practice regarding the six rights of medication administration.
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Cure Care
03.2023 - 07.2023
- Throughout my time at Cure Care, I assisted clients with various activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, meal preparation, and medication management
- I further implemented individual care plans, closely monitoring progress, and reported to managers regarding making adjustments
- I further collaborated with healthcare professionals such as occupational therapists, families, and other support staff to ensure comprehensive care and effective communication
- I maintained accurate documentation of client interactions, incident reports, and daily activities.
Disability Support Worker
My Horizon
07.2023 - Current
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting clients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Adhered to company requirements for patient interactions and care standards.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
12.2023
High School Diploma -
St Thomas More College
Brisbane12.2020
Primary School, Warrigal Road State School
Brisbane, QLD12.2014
Skills
- Daily Logs
- Client Privacy
- Medication Schedules
- Conflict Negotiation
- Behaviour Support Plans
- Managing Multiple Tasks
Additional Information
- AVALIABILITY Monday – unavailable Tuesday – unavailable Wednesday – all day Thursday – unavailable Friday – all day Saturday – all day Sunday – all day 2
Timeline
Disability Support Worker
My Horizon
07.2023 - Current
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Cure Care
03.2023 - 07.2023
DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Centacare
01.2022 - 12.2022
TEAM MEMBER AND SUPERVISOR
Zambrero Springwood
10.2018 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Nursing -
Griffith University
High School Diploma -
St Thomas More College
Primary School, Warrigal Road State School
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