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
Operating Theatre
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
Barrington Branch, Christchurch, New Zealand
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