DANIEL PAPINA
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 10 years of clinical experience in orthopaedics, acute care, aged care, dementia, and psychogeriatric settings. Expertise in patient assessment, wound management, emergency response, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Focused on delivering patient-centered care while upholding clinical and safety standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Orthopaedics
Auckland District Health Board
Auckland, New Zealand
11.2020 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care for orthopaedic patients in acute hospital settings
- Monitor patient progress and respond promptly to clinical deterioration
- Administer medications and IV therapies in accordance with clinical protocols
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient recovery and discharge planning
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and uphold patient safety standards
Registered Nurse – Resource Team (All Areas)
Auckland District Health Board
Auckland, New Zealand
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided nursing support across multiple hospital departments and specialty areas
- Adapted quickly to changing clinical environments and patient care needs
- Assisted in emergency response situations and high-acuity patient care
- Ensured compliance with infection control and health & safety procedures
Hospital Coordinator
Edmund Hillary Retirement Village – Ryman Healthcare
Auckland, New Zealand
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Coordinated daily clinical operations within hospital-level aged care services
- Led and supported healthcare teams to deliver quality resident care
- Managed clinical documentation, resident assessments, and care planning
- Assisted with staff supervision, training, and clinical leadership responsibilities
Registered Nurse – Hospital
Geneva Healthcare – Taranaki
Taranaki, New Zealand
03.2018 - 08.2018
- Delivered patient-centred care in hospital and aged care environments
- Performed medication administration, wound care, and patient assessments
- Supported residents with complex healthcare and mobility needs
Registered Nurse / Team Leader / Wound Champion
Sunhaven Home and Hospital
Taranaki, New Zealand
06.2017 - 06.2018
- Areas: Dementia Care (Levels 3–5), Psychogeriatric Unit
- Led nursing teams in delivering safe and compassionate resident care
- Specialised in wound assessment, treatment planning, and wound management
- Supported behavioural management and psychogeriatric patient care
- Assisted with staff mentoring and clinical guidance
Senior Health Care Assistant
Maida Vale Retirement Village
New Plymouth, New Zealand
08.2014 - 04.2017
- Areas: Hospital, Rest Home, Villas, Apartments
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living and mobility support
- Worked closely with registered nurses to maintain quality resident care
- Monitored resident wellbeing and reported clinical concerns promptly
Registered Nurse
Ramon D. Duremdes District Hospital
, Philippines
06.2012 - 06.2014
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for medical and post-surgical patients, ensuring recovery and comfort
- Coordinated with physicians and healthcare teams to manage patient treatment plans and optimize outcomes
- Facilitated emergency procedures, administered medications, and performed wound care to support patient health
- Focused on patient care in medical and surgical wards
Education
Competency Assessment Programme (CAP) -
Taranaki District Health Board
New Plymouth , Taranaki 01.2017 - 03.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Systems Technology Institute (STI College)
PhilippinesSkills
- Orthopaedic Nursing
- Orthopaedic Patient Assessment
- Medical-surgical care
- Wound management
- IV therapy
- Deterioration recognition
- Crisis response
- Infection control
- Restraint Minimisation
- Patient safe handling
- Team Leadership & Coordination
- Team collaboration
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric Patient Care
Professional Development Training
- Basic Life Support – Primary Responder
- Advanced Wound Care
- Palliative Care Workshop
- Patient Handling Workshop
- Patient Deterioration
- Restraint Minimisation
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Health & Safety
- Fire Safety & Emergency Response
- Crisis Prevention Intervention
- Privacy & Tikanga Training
- Pain Management Study Day
- Safe Patient Handling
- JJ Stent In-Service
- IV Therapies (Blood Products)
- Code of Rights and Conduct
- Infection Control & Emergency Management
- LEAP (Lead, Energise and Perform 2.0)
- NZ Wound Care Society Training
- Intermediate & Foundation Wound Care
Registration
Nursing Council of New Zealand, Annual Practising Certificate (APC), 09/30/26
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Orthopaedics
Auckland District Health Board
11.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse – Resource Team (All Areas)
Auckland District Health Board
04.2020 - 11.2020
Hospital Coordinator
Edmund Hillary Retirement Village – Ryman Healthcare
08.2018 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse – Hospital
Geneva Healthcare – Taranaki
03.2018 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse / Team Leader / Wound Champion
Sunhaven Home and Hospital
06.2017 - 06.2018
Competency Assessment Programme (CAP) -
Taranaki District Health Board
01.2017 - 03.2017
Senior Health Care Assistant
Maida Vale Retirement Village
08.2014 - 04.2017
Registered Nurse
Ramon D. Duremdes District Hospital
06.2012 - 06.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Systems Technology Institute (STI College)