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Hanna Northcott

New Plymouth

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate School Nurse at New Plymouth Girls' High School, adept at emergency care and crisis intervention. Successfully developed tailored health plans and fostered strong relationships with students and families. Recognized for calm decision-making under pressure, ensuring optimal student wellbeing and safety in diverse situations. Seeking to transition and pursue a career as a flight attendant where I can transfer my skills in this area of expertise.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

School Nurse

New Plymouth Girls' High School
08.2023 - Current
  • Responsible for the health and wellbeing of 1349 students at an all girls school
  • Developed care plans and made referrals as necessary for students with health concerns or injuries.
  • Responding to injuries, illnesses, and medical emergencies at school.
  • Accurately and safely administering medications.
  • Comprehensively educating students on how to practice self-care and ways in which to enhance their wellbeing.
  • Supporting students with chronic health conditions like diabetes, mental health issues, asthma or allergies.
  • Educating students and staff about current health topics, promoting wellness and preventing ill health
  • Building rapport and communicating effectively with students of all ages and developmental levels
  • Served as liaison between families, school personnel, and other healthcare as an advocate for students.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team of social workers and guidance counsellors to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.

Private Nanny

Heather and Rupert Stanning
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Communicated with children at age-appropriate levels to encourage understanding and foster relationships.
  • Established lasting, professional connections with the family and children by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
  • Organised activities for the children to keep them entertained and stimulated
  • Cooked healthy meals and cleaned the home
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Maintained the health and safety of the child

Practice Nurse

Powderham Medical Centre
05.2018 - 08.2022
  • Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
  • Evaluated, implemented, and designed tailored health care plans specific to patient needs and concerns.
  • Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
  • Administered medications safely and accurately
  • Built a strong rapport with patients and their families
  • Maintained documentation and ensured confidentiality and privacy

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
New Plymouth, NZ
12-2016

Skills

  • Emergency care
  • First Aid
  • Emergency health planning
  • Crisis intervention
  • Calm under pressure
  • Decision-making
  • Problem solving
  • Team-player
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Physical stamina

Interests

  • Travel
  • Reading
  • Walking and hiking
  • Art history
  • Make-up and fashion
  • Animal care
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

School Nurse

New Plymouth Girls' High School
08.2023 - Current

Private Nanny

Heather and Rupert Stanning
01.2023 - 08.2023

Practice Nurse

Powderham Medical Centre
05.2018 - 08.2022

Bachelor of Nursing -

Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
Hanna Northcott