Kirsty Wilkin
Ōmata,New Zealand
Summary
I am a kind, empathic and driven enrolled nurse. I emphasise a commitment to providing culturally safe care guided by the principals of Te Whare Tapa Wha and the Treaty of Waitangi. My aspirations are to make a difference in our community. Reducing barriers and access to healthcare, I will be able to provide equitable and respectful healthcare.
My nursing Kaupapa is based on providing education, knowledge and tools that enable and support our community to live their best lives, while also providing safe and consistent care.
I am committed to increasing professional development and treatment knowledge through hands-on learning and attending education sessions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Assistant
Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
01.2024 - Current
- As a Healthcare Assistant at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Taranaki, I collaborated with the team to support patient care, including assisting with meals, ADLs, and general housekeeping
- I maintained effective communication, monitored patient conditions, and contributed to a safe, supportive environment
Medical centre assistant
Devon Medical Centre
08.2022 - 07.2023
- As an MCA I worked collaboratively to support patient care, performed general observations, and conducted medical assessments such as ECGs, audiometry, spirometry, and drug and alcohol tests
- My responsibilities included monitoring patient conditions, maintaining documentation, managing medical stock and cold-chain processes, and handling administrative tasks
Administrator / Courier Driver
Aramex Taranaki
11.2018 - 02.2022
- As an Administrator and Courier Driver at Aramex Taranaki. I combined operational and leadership responsibilities
- My role involved driving, forklift use, freight sorting, and delivering/collecting goods, requiring strong physical fitness and excellent customer service skills
- I managed a team of six or more staff, overseeing hiring, training, and support, while also contributing to marketing and sales efforts to drive business growth
Staff Manager/ FOH / Barista/Duty Manager
Caffe Windsor
06.2014 - 11.2016
- As a Manager, I oversaw stock ordering, control, and stocktakes while ensuring excellent customer service
- I managed a team of six or more staff, handling hiring, training, and support
- Additionally, I contributed to marketing and sales efforts and provided barista training to enhance team skills and service quality
Education
Diploma in Enrolled Nursing - Nursing
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
New Plymouth, NZ11-2024
NZ Certificate in Health And Wellbeing - Advanced Support Level 4
New Zealand Tertiary College
Auckland, NZ02-2023
NZ Certificate in Health And Wellbeing - Health Assistant Strand Level 3
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
New Plymouth, NZ08-2022
Skills
- Professional Responsibility: Adhere to NZNO ethical principles, maintain confidentiality, and uphold nursing practice standards
- Communication: Build therapeutic relationships and collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams
- Teamwork: Work cohesively with health professionals to deliver holistic patient care
- Culturally Safe Care: Provide patient-centered, culturally safe care aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, addressing diverse patient needs
- Observational Skills: Accurately assess and monitor patient conditions to identify potential concerns
- Time Management: Effectively prioritize and manage multiple tasks in dynamic healthcare settings
- Management skills: demonstrated by leading and delegating to 6 staff in my previous roles
Timeline
Healthcare Assistant
Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora
01.2024 - Current
Medical centre assistant
Devon Medical Centre
08.2022 - 07.2023
Administrator / Courier Driver
Aramex Taranaki
11.2018 - 02.2022
Staff Manager/ FOH / Barista/Duty Manager
Caffe Windsor
06.2014 - 11.2016
Diploma in Enrolled Nursing - Nursing
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
NZ Certificate in Health And Wellbeing - Advanced Support Level 4
New Zealand Tertiary College
NZ Certificate in Health And Wellbeing - Health Assistant Strand Level 3
Western Institute of Technology At Taranaki
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