Yvonne Kaemba Namukulwa
Landsdale,WA
Summary
Compassionate Graduate Registered Nurse with practical experience in acute patient care, health screenings and clinical team collaboration. Demonstrates strong prioritization skills, adaptability, and a patient-focused approach to nursing care. Contributed significantly in fast-paced environments by ensuring seamless coordination of patient services.
A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
A hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Adaptable professional with a quick learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Support Worker
Sole Trader
Landsdale, Western Australia
06.2021 - Current
- Assisted clients with personal care, such as showering and dressing.
- Attended regular reviews of service user's care plans to ensure the best outcomes for each individual.
- Liaised effectively with other professionals involved in a client's care, such as doctors, nurses, social workers, and family members.
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
- Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
- Monitored client well-being, and reported any changes or concerns to relevant staff members.
- Maintained detailed and confidential client records in compliance with privacy regulations.
- Monitored and reported changes in clients' health, behaviour, and needs to supervisory staff.
- Facilitated community integration and socialization through arranging and accompanying clients on outings.
- Supported clients with mobility needs, including the use of wheelchairs and transfers.
- Provided emotional support and companionship to enhance clients' well-being.
- Administered medication as prescribed and maintained accurate records of clients' medication schedules.
- Acted as a role model for clients by exhibiting positive behaviours.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
- Improved outcomes and successes by utilizing multidisciplinary risk identification and management in care planning.
Nursing Student
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, WA
03.2020 - 03.2024
- Provided patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted in administering medications and treatments to patients.
- Identified potential hazards associated with equipment use or medication administration.
- Demonstrated knowledge of pharmacology principles when preparing medications for administration.
- Assessed patient needs using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Developed individualized nursing plans based on assessment findings for assigned patients.
- Maintained confidentiality of patient records according to HIPAA guidelines.
- Provided emotional support to family members of critically ill patients.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
- Interacted with patients in a professional manner while providing compassionate care.
- Performed physical exams and collected vital signs for assigned patients.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported them to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Monitored patient progress throughout their stay in the hospital setting.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, including vitals, assessments, and lab results.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals, and condition markers in computer system.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Maintained a safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Documented patient care activities and observations in medical records accurately.
- Participated in clinical simulations and workshops to enhance nursing skills and knowledge.
- Participated in patient discharge planning and education to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted with wound care management, including dressing changes and monitoring for signs of infection.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to the supervising nurse.
- Assisted with the setup and operation of medical equipment, such as EKG machines and patient monitors.
- Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
- Engaged in reflective practice and sought feedback to improve nursing competencies.
- Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Performed glucose testing and administered insulin under supervision.
- Collected specimens for laboratory testing, including urine and sputum.
- Prepared and maintained patient rooms, ensuring a clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with the healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Nursing Assistant
Quadraplegic Centre
Shenton Park, Western Australia
03.2007 - 06.2022
- Assisted patients with their activities of daily living, including eating, grooming, toileting, ambulation, and hygiene.
- Maintained patient records accurately by documenting daily activities and changes in conditions or treatments.
- Assisted nurses and physicians with patient care, including bathing, dressing, transferring to beds and wheelchairs, and taking vital signs.
- Performed basic nursing skills such as changing wound dressings and administering enemas.
- Protected patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
- Conducted regular rounds to check on patients' safety and proactively address issues.
- Answered signal lights, bells and requests-for-service to assist patient services fulfillment.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Answered patient call signals and signal lights to determine patients' needs.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
Support Worker
Elba Incorperated
Victoria Park, WA
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Accompanied clients to medical appointments and assisted them with their daily needs.
- Organised leisure activities for clients in the community.
- Drove and accompanied clients to appointments, shopping and special events for safety and companionship.
- Facilitated community integration and socialization through arranging and accompanying clients on outings.
- Participated in professional development and training sessions to enhance care quality and support provided.
- Used active listening skills and supportive diction to cultivate client rapport and open communication.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT 03.2020 - 10.2024
Skills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Interpersonal communication
- Conflict resolution
- Emotional support
- Team collaboration
- Professional boundaries
- Cultural sensitivity
- Health monitoring
- Housekeeping and laundry
- Record management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Bemba
Native/ Bilingual
Nyanja
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Support Worker
Sole Trader
06.2021 - Current
Nursing Student
Charles Darwin University
03.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Registered Nurse
Charles Darwin University
03.2020 - 10.2024
Support Worker
Elba Incorperated
04.2017 - 03.2021
Nursing Assistant
Quadraplegic Centre
03.2007 - 06.2022
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