Candice Dunn
New Plymouth,TKI
Summary
I am a dynamic Registered Nurse with a strong background in General Practice,acute care, and aesthetic medicine, with a proven ability to manage cross-functional teams. My superpower is the ability to make connections with all walks of life, building trusting relationships, and offering the best health outcomes possible. I have a passion for Maori Health and utilise all my skills and experience in supporting the battle with inequalities and iniquities regarding health.
I thrive working under pressure and will not falter in the prospect of safety and professionalism, but also am very light-hearted and enjoy a good laugh.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Casual Occupational nurse
Working for Health
, New Plymouth
04.2026 - Current
- Administered vaccinations to patients following safety protocols
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate health status
- Executed micro ear suctioning procedures to remove earwax buildup
Anti-wrinkle injector & cosmetic tattooist
Self Employed
11.2019 - Current
- Administered anti-wrinkle injections using Dysport, with additional experience in Botox and Xeomin to enhance client satisfaction and appearance.
- Performed semi-permanent makeup applications for powder brows to improve clients' facial aesthetics since 2023.
- Designed custom tattoo artwork based on client preferences and ideas.
- Consulted with clients to discuss design options and placement.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment for client safety.
Clinical Nurse Lead
Strandon Health - Omni Health
Strandon, New Plymouth
07.2024 - 04.2026
- Demonstrated leadership skills by serving as a resource for staff on clinical nursing practices and procedures.
- Managed daily operations of nursing and HCA staff, including training, recruitment, education, rostering, and professional development.
- Collaborated with Nurse Practitioner to develop standing orders and initiate audit process for improved clinical oversight.
- Developed standardized protocols for response to emergency situations, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Ensured compliance with foundation standards through regular reviews and updates.
- Reviewed and updated protocols and procedures to align with current best practices, enhancing clinical compliance.
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic health records systems, streamlining documentation process for efficiency.
- Collaborated with the wider team to improve services or correct problems.
- Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel.
- Remain on the floor as a practice nurse.
Clinical Nurse Lead
Waitara Health Centre - Omni Health
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Continued to work on the floor as a practice nurse.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to develop customized care plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Evaluated staffing levels and recommended optimal nurse-to-patient ratios to enhance patient care based on acuity and workload demands.
- Advocated for patients' rights and provided emotional support to improve patient experience during challenging situations.
- Participated in community outreach programs to promote health education and awareness among vulnerable populations.
- Managed temperature-controlled storage for pharmaceuticals and vaccines to ensure compliance with safety standards.
Clinical Nurse Lead
Coastal Medical Ltd
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Supervised all nurses and health care assistants in three Medical Centres - Oakura, Opunake and Avon.
- Served as a preceptor to new nurses.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by serving as a resource for staff on clinical nursing practices and procedures.
- Managed daily operations of nurses and HCAs, including training, recruitment, education, rostering, and professional development.
- Developed standardized protocols for response to emergency situations, ensuring timely and effective interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to enhance service delivery and resolve issues.
- Facilitated optimal performance of nurses and HCAs by providing necessary support.
- Supporting and encouraging nurses/HCA's in their interests/specialties i.e. sexual health, long term conditions, community prescribing etc.
- Demonstrated proficiency in electronic health records systems, streamlining documentation process for efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with foundation standards through regular assessments.
- Ensuring protocols/procedures are up to date.
- Administered performance evaluations and probationary reviews to assess nursing personnel.
- Developed and implemented staff education initiatives, including assessment tools and standing orders.
- Monitored and managed cold chain processes to ensure medication integrity.
Practice nurse
Coastal Medical Ltd
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducted triage assessments to prioritize and address critical patient care needs.
- Vaccinating children and adults.
- Wound management.
- Suturing.
- Acute care i.e. respiratory, ACC injuries, suturing, initial treatment for myocardial infarction, infection etc.
- Managing chronic conditions i.e. diabetes.
- Smoking cessation.
- Phlebotomy.
- IV therapy including iron and aclasta infusions.
- Assisting in minor surgeries i.e. excision of skin lesions.
- Sexual health.
- Conducted mandated health screenings, physicals, and special education assessments, facilitating necessary external follow-up.
- Performed mental health assessments and managed ongoing treatment plans for patients.
- Training of new staff.
- In the process of becoming a Community Nurse Prescriber.
- Utilising standing orders.
- Smear taking.
Pool Registered nurse
Taranaki Base Hospital - Emergency Department
02.2021 - 05.2021
Registered nurse
Whangarei Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2020
- All acute care including general surgical expects referred from peripheral hospitals and GPs: i.e. Pain explorations and management (chest, abdo etc), infection, MVA, ACC injuries, stroke, myocardial infarction, AF , mental health, social issues, urinary and respiratory issues etc.
- Assessed patient conditions to prioritize care in emergency situations.
- Performed advanced life support during resuscitation efforts.
- Conscious sedation's.
- Administered intravenous therapy through cannulation and phlebotomy to ensure effective treatment.
- Managed wound care and applied sutures to close injuries.
- Applied plaster casts to immobilize fractures and support healing.
- Administered vaccinations to patients following safety protocols.
- Utilising standing orders
- IDC care
- NG tube care
- Facilitated smoking cessation programs, enhancing patient health outcomes.
- Conducted screenings for intimate violence to ensure patient safety.
Registered Nurse
Bream Bay Medical Centre
05.2015 - 07.2018
- Provided acute care for respiratory issues, ACC injuries, suturing, initial treatment for myocardial infarction, mental health concerns, infections, and UTIs.
- Conducted patient triage to prioritize healthcare needs and ensure timely interventions.
- Wound care and management.
- Managing chronic conditions i.e. diabetes.
- Mental Health assessment and management
- Vaccinating children and adults.
- Smoking cessation.
- Phlebotomy.
- IV therapy including iron and aclasta infusions.
- Assisting in minor surgeries i.e. excision of skin lesions.
- Implemented standing orders to enhance efficiency and consistency in patient care delivery.
- Conduct mandated health screenings, physicals, and special education assessments.
- Smear taking.
Freelance Graphic Designer/Artist
Self Employed
02.2007 - 02.2012
- Collaborated with customers and project managers to generate design ideas during early planning stages.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements such as logos and letterheads.
- Designed website layouts, templates and unique branded looks.
- Created various artistic works including portraits, landscapes, and murals for diverse clients.
- Applied production knowledge to deliver high-quality images that met client specifications.
- Produced digital image files optimized for both digital and traditional printing methods.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Northtec
WhangareiBachelor of Visual Arts and Design -
Eastern Institute of Technology
Hawkes BayCertificate in Administering Botulinum Toxin A -
Northland
Skills
- ACLS certification
- Certified smear taker
- HPV swabs
- Authorised vaccinator
- Micro - ear suctioning
- Ear syringing
- Spirometry
- Phlebotomy
- IV competent
- ACC suturing
- All injections
- Triage
- Physical assessments
- Punch biopsies
- Removal of jadelles
- Removal of IUDs
- Wound care
- Cold Chain
- Preceptorship
- Supporting GP/NP with initiating Standing Orders
- Warfarin/INR management
- Autonomy
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Casual Occupational nurse
Working for Health
04.2026 - Current
Clinical Nurse Lead
Strandon Health - Omni Health
07.2024 - 04.2026
Clinical Nurse Lead
Waitara Health Centre - Omni Health
12.2023 - 06.2024
Clinical Nurse Lead
Coastal Medical Ltd
02.2022 - 12.2023
Practice nurse
Coastal Medical Ltd
02.2021 - 02.2022
Pool Registered nurse
Taranaki Base Hospital - Emergency Department
02.2021 - 05.2021
Anti-wrinkle injector & cosmetic tattooist
Self Employed
11.2019 - Current
Registered nurse
Whangarei Hospital
03.2018 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse
Bream Bay Medical Centre
05.2015 - 07.2018
Freelance Graphic Designer/Artist
Self Employed
02.2007 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Nursing -
Northtec
Bachelor of Visual Arts and Design -
Eastern Institute of Technology
Certificate in Administering Botulinum Toxin A -
Northland