Abigail Paxton
Greymouth,Cobden
Summary
Ambitious nurse, eagerly pursuing the development of knowledge in nursing care. Skilled in critical thinking with the ability to communicate effectively within the interprofessional team the needs required of my patients. Making a conscientious effort to gain trust, build respect, encourage partnership, and maintain integrity within patient care to uphold the standard of my nursing profession within the hospital setting. Adaptive and driven with a strong work ethic and ability to thrive in team based or individually motivated settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, CCU
Te Nikau Hospital - WCDHB
01.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, ENs and HCA's.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Caregiver
Bupa Aged Care
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
Head Waitress
Rangoli Restaurant
06.2016 - 12.2017
- Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism when dealing with customer issues, supporting serving staff, and waiting on tables.
- Used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.
- Trained staff members on use of POS system.
- Managed food resources, memorized orders, and coordinated customer service.
- Supervised set up of banquet food stations and coordinated service to multiple dining areas.
- Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
- Maintained order efficiency and accuracy through clear communication with kitchen staff, earning numerous recommendations from satisfied customers.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
Education
Nursing The High Acuity Surgical Patient - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ2022
Rapid Assessment of The Acutely Unwell Patient - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ2021
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Universal College of Learning
Palmerston North, NZ12.2020
NCEA - Level 3
Horowhenua College
Levin, NZ12.2017
Skills
- Confident concise communicator
- Trustworthy and responsible
- Organized with good time management
- Supervision and Leadership
- Developing NIV skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
Registration Details
2020-01-01, 2023-12-31
References
Harjit Singh, Manager of Rangoli (Levin)
Mobile: 021 082 99230
Email: levin@rangoli.co.nz
Lucy Eade, Programme Leader of Nursing (UCOL, Palmerston North)
Mobile: 021 889 550
Email: l.eade@ucol.ac.nz
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit, CCU
Te Nikau Hospital - WCDHB
01.2021 - Current
Caregiver
Bupa Aged Care
12.2018 - 02.2019
Head Waitress
Rangoli Restaurant
06.2016 - 12.2017
Nursing The High Acuity Surgical Patient - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Rapid Assessment of The Acutely Unwell Patient - Nursing
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Universal College of Learning
NCEA - Level 3
Horowhenua College
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