Amelia Parkinson
Invercargill,STL
Summary
I am a motivated graduate nurse with a solid foundation in customer care, leadership, and cultural competence. My background in aviation and management has sharpened my communication, teamwork, and professionalism under pressure. I am passionate about providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Outpatients
Invercargill
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Organized/assisted day clinics, including setting up clinic spaces, greeting patients, and measuring vital signs and anthropometric data (BP, HR, height, weight, BMI), in collaboration with MDT
- Wound care and assisted with procedures and follow-up appointments, ensuring safe and efficient patient care
- Completed accurate and timely documentation, maintaining clear and comprehensive patient records
- Provided health education to patients and whānau, reinforcing treatment plans and encouraging self-care.
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Mental Health Unit
Invercargill
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Conducted mental health status examinations (MSE) and risk assessments, assessing patients’ appearance, behaviour, mood, thought processes, and cognitive function
- Engaged with patients in therapeutic conversations to build trust and rapport, and actively participated in multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings
- Monitored patients’ behaviour, mood, and interactions, reporting significant changes to the nursing staff or MDT as required
- Administered medications under RN supervision, ensuring accuracy and safe practice
- Accurately documented observations, interventions, and patient responses in clinical records, and assisted with patient discharges under RN supervision
- Applied principles of cultural safety and integrated the Māori health model (Te Whare Tapa Whā) to ensure the holistic needs of Māori patients were respected and addressed
- Maintained strict confidentiality of patient information in line with the Privacy Act and the Code of Health and Disability Services Consumers’ Rights
Clinical Placement
Mental Health placement Prison
Invercargill
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Maintained professional conduct and confidentiality, applying cultural safety and Te Tiriti
- Waitangi principles in all interactions
- Assisted RN in structured mental health assessments using frameworks such as BAATOMI, recognising the influence of whānau, cultural factors, and support networks on recovery
- Communicated with empathy and respect, engaging in non-judgmental, therapeutic conversations with patients and whānau
- Actively contributed to multidisciplinary team (MDT) meetings, providing feedback and seeking clarification to support safe, effective care
- Demonstrated initiative and professionalism in a secure mental health setting, ensuring patient safety and collaborative practice
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Forensics
Invercargill
06.2025 - 06.2025
- Exposure to forensic mental health care and therapeutic boundaries, attended MTD meetings, and a RISK assessment workshop.
Clinical Placement
Aged Care Dementia Unit
Invercargill
05.2025 - 05.2025
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, mobility support, and mealtime assistance
- Supported behaviour management strategies, developing skills in de-escalation and providing reassurance to residents living with dementia
- Administered medications under RN supervision, ensuring accuracy and safe practice
- Communicated effectively with staff and whānau to ensure residents’ care needs were met and dignity maintained
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Surgical Ward
Invercargill
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Assisted with pre- and post-operative care, including wound management, IV therapy, and NEWS monitoring
- Performed vital signs, monitor readings, bladder scans, BGLs and ECGs under RN supervision.
- Administered medications under RN supervision, ensuring accuracy and patient safety
- Carried out wound dressings, fluid balance monitoring, and patient observations with accurate documentation
- Gained experience with stoma care, PEG feeding, and assisting with cauterisation of incisions
- Delivered effective handovers, patient discharge, and referrals under the supervision of an RN.
- Applied clinical reasoning to prioritise tasks, manage patient load, and escalate concerns appropriately to the RN or MDT team.
- Built rapport with patients and whānau while working collaboratively within a multicultural team environment.
Clinical Placement
Aged Residential care
Invercargill
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisted residents of different mobilities with their ADLs – including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, meals, and daily care
- Performed manual handling and supported residents with safe mobilisation and transfers, ensuring correct use of mobility aids
- Assisted with PEG feeding and stoma care under RN supervision
- Took and recorded residents’ vital signs (BP, temperature, pulse, respirations) and reported any changes to the RN
- Monitored food and fluid intake, supporting residents’ nutritional needs
- Practised clinical skills such as wound care, administering medications (under supervision), and assisting with other nursing procedures.
- Communicated effectively with staff and whānau to ensure residents’ care needs were met and dignity maintained
Clinical Placement
Southern Cross Hospital, Acute / Day Surgery
Invercargill
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Assisted with wound care, including cleaning and re-dressing wounds under RN supervision
- Administered medications under supervision (oral, topical, injectable), including preparing and giving eye drops before cataract surgery
- Conducted pre- and post-operative assessments, including vital signs, heart and lung sounds, infection checks, and pain evaluations
- Supported patients in recovery, contributed to discharge planning, and provided health education to patients and whānau
- Completed accurate documentation and delivered effective handovers to ensure continuity of care
- Applied nursing knowledge in a real-world setting, developing clinical reasoning and decision-making under the guidance of experienced RNs
Clinical Placement
Community-Based Care
Invercargill
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Assisted with patient monitoring and provided health education in home and community settings
- Supported independence for patients, including those living with disabilities
- Developed skills in non-verbal communication to build rapport and support effective care delivery
- Liaised with community health teams to ensure continuity of care and maintained accurate documentation
Clinical Placement
Aged Residential Care
Invercargill
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Providing ADLs
- Assisting with meals, mobility, and infection control practices
- Building confidence in communication and teamwork within residential care
- Infection prevention and control (aseptic technique, PPE, hand hygiene); applying Te Tiriti
- Waitangi principles
Teacher Aide
Otatara Preschool
10.2020 - 01.2021
- Supported learning and wellbeing for tamariki in a positive, safe environment
- Communicated effectively with staff and whānau
Flight Attendant
Emirates Airlines
Dubai, UAE
01.2010 - 12.2019
- Company Overview: Dubai, UAE
- Cabin experience: First Class (sole responsibility for up to 14 suites), Business (2 years), Economy (2 years)
- Delivered discreet, personalised service to high-profile and international passengers, demonstrating empathy, cultural competence, and emotional intelligence
- Responded to in-flight medical events with calm, professional care, including oxygen administration, CPR assistance, and post-incident documentation
- Collaborated with multicultural teams of up to 24 crew members, strengthening communication, coordination, and leadership in high-pressure environments
- Maintained strict compliance with aviation safety protocols, emergency procedures, and documentation — transferable to clinical safety and infection control standards
- Educated passengers on safety procedures and supported service recovery with professionalism, tact, and resilience
- Adapted service delivery to meet cultural, religious, and dietary needs — including prayer accommodations, modesty preferences, and language barriers
- Promoted Emirates’ brand through excellence in customer care, conflict resolution, and attention to detail across all cabin classes
- Dubai, UAE
Training Manager
Meccano Menswear
Christchurch, New Zealand
04.2009 - 05.2010
- Company Overview: Christchurch
- Led training and coaching, managed targets and staff rosters
- Delivered high‑quality customer service and resolved issues professionally
- Maintained high standards in customer service and store presentation
- Managed KPIs, budgets, rostering, and staff development
- Christchurch
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Institute of Technology
Invercargill, NZ11.2025
Skills
- Effective communication
- Critical thinking
- Teamwork
- Adaptability and resilience
- Compassion and empathy
- Attention to detail
- Situational awareness
Certification
First Aid Revalidation (NZ Red Cross), 02/17/25, 02/01/27, NZRC CPR-compliant
Timeline
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Outpatients
08.2025 - 10.2025
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Mental Health Unit
06.2025 - 06.2025
Clinical Placement
Mental Health placement Prison
06.2025 - 06.2025
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Forensics
06.2025 - 06.2025
Clinical Placement
Aged Care Dementia Unit
05.2025 - 05.2025
Clinical Placement
Te Whatu Ora, Surgical Ward
02.2025 - 03.2025
Clinical Placement
Aged Residential care
09.2024 - 10.2024
Clinical Placement
Southern Cross Hospital, Acute / Day Surgery
05.2024 - 06.2024
Clinical Placement
Community-Based Care
04.2024 - 05.2024
Clinical Placement
Aged Residential Care
09.2023 - 10.2023
Teacher Aide
Otatara Preschool
10.2020 - 01.2021
Flight Attendant
Emirates Airlines
01.2010 - 12.2019
Training Manager
Meccano Menswear
04.2009 - 05.2010
Bachelor of Nursing -
Southern Institute of Technology
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