Viena Toomalatai
Brisbane,QLD
Summary
I started as a new graduate nurse in September of 2023 at Te Whatu Ora Canterbury in operating theatre, I thoroughly enjoyed my role as a theatre registered nurse. Whilst I was there I was able to do a lot of professional development which strengthened my natural abilities to care for patients. I developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. I am now looking to transition into a new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. With aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in a new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury
09.2023 - 01.2025
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Retail Assistant
Postie Plus
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Maintained tidy and organized store environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Collaborated with team members to accomplish sales goals and improve overall store performance.
- Enhanced store appearance through diligent merchandising and regular upkeep of displays.
- Handled returns and exchanges professionally, adhering to company policies while prioritizing customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, New Zealand09-2023
Skills
- Checking Medication safe daily
- Physical assessment: skin integrity pre and post operation
- Documentation on SCOPE
- Patient care: positioning, table side mannerism, effective communication
- Care planning: Liaising with the ward nurses for post operation
- Patient evaluation: checking emotional status, skin integrity, weight, co-morbidities, applying cultural safety
- Family education: Reassuring family members of patient, providing relevant information about procedure
- Proper catheter insertion/removal - females only as a NETP
Certification
- Bachelor of Nursing, Ara Institute of Canterbury, September 2023
- Post Graduate Principles of Intraoperative Nursing, Ara Institute of Canterbury, August 2024
- Registered Nurse Annual Practicing Certificate (RN) - Nursing Council of New Zealand
- Basic Life Support Annual Certification, January 2025
- Resuscitation Theory (Basic CPR) Annual Recertification, April 2024
- 5 Moments of Hand Hygiene Annual Course, May 2024
- Fire Training - Operating Theatre, December 2024
- QLD Driver's License
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury
09.2023 - 01.2025
Retail Assistant
Postie Plus
12.2021 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
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