Wilmie Van Schalkwyk

I am a hardworking and driven individual with efficient customer service skills with experience in retail, fast food restaurants and Multipurpose Centres. I have completed a year 12 diploma and am currently studying a Bachelor of Nursing at the University of Newcastle to be completed December 2024. I also have a certificate 3 in hairdressing and a safety food handling certificate. I have experience in working in an aged care facility so am able to perform well with clients and customers in a range of environments. I am a cooperative individual who thrives in a team environment and I am open to learning and performing new skills. I'm a reliable employee and am happy to give a hand wherever necessary. At Baradine Multipurpose Service, I focus on patient care quality and team efficiency through expert patient assessments and compassionate care. Demonstrating reliability and empathy, I significantly reduced fall incidents and improved patient wellbeing. My skills in documentation and patient management set me apart as a dedicated healthcare professional. I would say I am a proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adept at addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.

•Primary School Captain: St Lawrence's Primary School.

•Tournament of the minds Representative: St Lawrence's Primary School.

•Student Representative Council: St Lawrence's Primary School, Coonabarabran High School.

•Vice Captain: Coonabarabran High School.

• NSW Schoolgirls Rugby 7's Representative: 2020

•NSW Country Rugby Representative: 2019,2020

CLINICAL PLACEMENTS :

1st Year: 2 weeks Aged Care at AC Brown Lodge Toronto, Newcastle

2nd Year: 2 weeks Rehabilitation ward at Baringa Private Hospital, Coffs Harbour

2nd Year: 2 weeks Mental Health ward at The Mater Hospital, Newcastle

2nd Year: 4 weeks Surgical ward at Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, Tamworth

3rd Year: 4 weeks Coronary Care Unit at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, Wagga Wagga

3rd Year: 6 weeks Coronary Care Unit Tamworth Rural Referral Hospital, Tamworth

I enjoy an active lifestyle, so sport is a necessity for me.

I'm a farm girl born and bred, horse riding is a way for me to clear my mind.