Josephine Ainuu
Dunedin
Summary
Passionate about pharmacy for its profound impact on individuals' lives, from medication education to staying current on treatments. Thrives on the blend of science and personal attention, ensuring individuals receive appropriate medications and guidance to optimize their well-being. Goal is to empower others to lead healthier, happier lives through knowledge and compassion. Positive, empathetic professional with a strong foundation in patient care and support. Expertise in medical terminology, hygiene protocols, and assisting with daily living activities to enhance patient comfort. Dedicated to delivering attentive and personalized care to make a meaningful difference in patient well-being.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Radius Fulton
01.2025 - Current
- Personal Care Support: Assisted patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding. Supported safe patient transfers between beds and wheelchairs using correct techniques.
- Monitoring & Reporting: Monitored and recorded patient progress including fluid intake, injuries, and overall condition; reported findings to nursing staff to support timely care.
- Emotional & Social Support: Provided emotional support and companionship to patients, creating a compassionate care environment. Communicated effectively with patients’ families to offer updates and reassurance.
- Clinical Assistance: Assisted nursing staff with vital signs and medication administration under supervision. Responded promptly and respectfully to patient call lights and requests.
- Environment & Cleanliness: Maintained cleanliness and order in patient rooms and communal areas to ensure hygiene and safety.
Intern Pharmacist
Vaka O Tautua Organisation
12.2024 - Current
- Elderly Assistance & Administrative Support: Assisted elderly clients in completing forms accurately and efficiently. Provided translation services to clients with limited English proficiency, ensuring they understood essential information and services.
- Event Coordination & Client Engagement: Supported staff in organizing and executing events for elderly clients, including setup, logistics, and cleanup. Facilitated client engagement by organizing games and activities to create a supportive, enjoyable environment.
- Client Feedback & Satisfaction Analysis: Conducted surveys during client events to gather feedback on services provided by Vaka o Tautua. Analyzed survey responses to identify areas for improvement and inform future service enhancements.
- Case Reviews & Service Referrals: Participated in team meetings to review client cases, collaborating with social workers to determine appropriate referrals and ensure clients were connected with relevant support services.
- Cultural Competency & Multilingual Communication: Worked with a diverse client base, navigating language barriers and ensuring effective communication through culturally sensitive approaches to meet clients' needs.
- Learning & Skill Development: Gained valuable insights into the diverse range of health conditions and patient types, expanding knowledge of common diseases and their impact on individuals. Learned key social work techniques for managing and supporting patients, enhancing skills in patient care and emotional support.
Pharmacy Intern
Madhuriksha Reddy
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Medication Preparation & Verification: Assisted in preparing medications by accurately counting, pouring, labeling, and verifying dosages to ensure safe and effective dispensation under the supervision of a licensed pharmacist.
- Patient Counseling & Education: Provided counseling to patients on the proper use of medications, addressing potential side effects, dosage instructions, and other health-related concerns to promote adherence and optimize therapeutic outcomes.
- Inventory Management: Maintained detailed records of controlled substances and monitored inventory levels, ensuring the timely reordering of medications and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Prescription Refills & Guidance: Offered guidance on prescription refills and provided relevant information to patients regarding medication management, ensuring they had the necessary support for continuous treatment.
- Collaboration & Observation: Observed pharmacy technicians during medication preparation processes to ensure compliance with safety protocols and assist with various technical tasks as needed.
- Order Processing & Interpretation: Interpreted and processed medication orders under the supervision of the pharmacist, ensuring accuracy and adherence to prescribed treatment regimens.
Mentor
Grettel Williams
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Student Mentorship: Provided guidance and support to first-year health science students, assisting them with academic challenges, offering advice on study strategies, and helping them adjust to university life.
- Presentation Assistance: Collaborated with fellow mentors to develop and deliver engaging presentations for incoming students, helping them understand key aspects of the health science program and university resources.
- Campus Tours & Open Day Support: Led campus tours for prospective high school students, introducing them to the university environment, and facilitated orientations during Open Day to help incoming students acclimate to campus life.
- Team Collaboration & Event Support: Assisted in organizing and maintaining the cleanliness of spaces used for mentoring sessions held every Wednesday, ensuring a positive and professional learning environment.
- Filming & Media Support: Contributed to team projects by assisting with filming for promotional or educational purposes, supporting the creation of content for marketing and orientation materials.
Education
High School Diploma -
Samoa College
12-2020
Foundation Certificate in Science - Science
National University of Samoa
12-2021
Foundation Certificate in Science - Science
Otago University
10-2022
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Health Sciences
University of Otago
12.2026
Skills
- Counseling patients
- Mentoring students
- Working under pressure
- Medication preparation
- Filling prescription orders
- Multitasking
- Prescription dispensing
- Verifying inventory
- Serve customers
- Medication error prevention
- Project planning
- Patient care
- Time management
- Communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Samoan
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Radius Fulton
01.2025 - Current
Intern Pharmacist
Vaka O Tautua Organisation
12.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Intern
Madhuriksha Reddy
07.2024 - 01.2025
Mentor
Grettel Williams
01.2024 - 10.2024
Foundation Certificate in Science - Science
National University of Samoa
Foundation Certificate in Science - Science
Otago University
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Health Sciences
University of Otago
High School Diploma -
Samoa College
Leadership roles
- House Leader, Pharmacy School, University of Otago — 2025 to 2026
Lead and support second-, third-, and fourth-year students, fostering teamwork, mentoring peers, and organizing academic and social activities within the house. - Mentor, POPO Programme, University of Otago — 2024
Mentored first-year Health Science students preparing to enter health professions, providing guidance, academic support, and encouragement.
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