Uwaezu Mercy Uwakonye
Gold Coast,QLD
Summary
My aim is to highlight my uniqueness, offer the best of me while simultaneously improving my knowledge, skills, and experience. I am physically fit and have experience in a demanding environment and can work under pressure. I am a final (3rd) year undergraduate nursing student at Griffith University. I am also a Cadetship Student with Ramsay Healthcare at Pindara Private Hospital. I have effective time management skills and possess critical thinking skills. I understand the importance of team work and use effective communication techniques. I am a Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
ASSISTANT IN NURSING & DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Labour Solutions Australia
Gold Coast, QLD
04.2022 - Current
- Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living such as eating, dressing, and grooming.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient needs accordingly.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning pillows for added comfort.
- Facilitated communication between nonverbal individuals using sign language or other methods.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENT
Queensland Health
Gold Coast, QLD
15/04/24 - 28/04/24
- Offered crisis intervention support to individuals in need of urgent mental health assistance.
- Provided individual and group counseling for clients with mental health issues.
- Helped create a safe environment that is conducive to healing and growth for all patients.
- Assisted in developing individualized patient education plans based on assessment data collected from interviews with patients and family members.
GASTROINTESTINAL WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
Gold Coast, QLD
04/03/24 - 17/03/24
- Participated in research studies related to gastroenterology nursing practice.
- Utilized evidence-based practices when providing care for those suffering from a GI condition.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergent situations involving GI-related issues.
GENERAL MEDICAL WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
Gold Coast, QLD
11/09/23 - 24/09/23
- Monitored patient progress during office visits by obtaining pertinent information from interviews and physical examinations.
- Performed physical examinations, diagnostic tests, and medical treatments according to established protocols.
- Evaluated current treatments regimens for effectiveness and safety prior to making recommendations.
MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENT
Robina Hospital Queensland Health
Gold Coast, QLD
14/08/23 - 27/08/23
- Provided crisis intervention services when needed by assessing danger levels of suicidal or homicidal thoughts or behaviors.
- Conducted routine assessments to identify any changes in a patient's condition or behavior.
GYNAECOLOGY, UROLOGY AND PLASTICS WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
Gold Coast, QLD
17/04/23 - 14/05/23
- Monitored and documented patients vital signs.
- Assisted patient's with bellovac drain removal, urinary catheter insertion and wound dressings.
- Administered IV medications and performed rights for medication administration.
- Assisted in developing person-centered care plans and patient progress monitoring.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations.
AGED CARE PLACEMENT
OzCare De Paul Villa
Gold Coast, QLD
13/02/23 - 26/02/23
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving elderly clients.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, dressing and toileting.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to elderly clients.
- Assisted nurses with patient assessments, wound dressings and other medical procedures when needed.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
Gold Coast11-2024
Diploma of Healthcare - Nursing
Griffith College
Gold Coast, QLD09-2022
Skills
- First aid Certificate
- Manual Handling certificate
- CPR certificate
- NDIS screening check yellow card
- Blue Card
- Independent Living Support
- Disability Services
- Progress Documentation
- Family Communication
- Client Education
- Individual Support Plans
- Risk Assessments
- Daily Living Requirements
- Client Needs Assessment
- Incident Reports
- Personal Care
- Health Promotion
- Emergency Care
- Disease Prevention
- Infection Control
- Medical Records Management
- Patient support
- Team Collaboration
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Care plan implementation
- Medication and dosage
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Mobility Assistance
- Catheter monitoring
- Nursing Assessments
Languages
- ENGLISH
- IGBO
References
- 1.) ALANA CROOK – UNDERGRADUATE CLINICAL FACILITATOR
- Email address: crookalana@ramsayhealth.com.au
- Phone number: 5588 9128
- 2.) OYETI IBUKUN-SUPERVISOR/TEAM LEADER
- Email address: ibkoyeti@gmail.com
- Phone number: 0416 656 049
Timeline
ASSISTANT IN NURSING & DISABILITY SUPPORT WORKER
Labour Solutions Australia
04.2022 - Current
MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENT
Queensland Health
15/04/24 - 28/04/24
GASTROINTESTINAL WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
04/03/24 - 17/03/24
GENERAL MEDICAL WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
11/09/23 - 24/09/23
MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENT
Robina Hospital Queensland Health
14/08/23 - 27/08/23
GYNAECOLOGY, UROLOGY AND PLASTICS WARD PLACEMENT
Pindara Private Hospital
17/04/23 - 14/05/23
AGED CARE PLACEMENT
OzCare De Paul Villa
13/02/23 - 26/02/23
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
Diploma of Healthcare - Nursing
Griffith College
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