Laijipa Rawaico
Birkdale Auckland ,Fiji
Summary
Dedicated Healthcare professional with 7 years of comprehensive hands-on experience and patient oriented innovation as a registered nurse in Clinical & Public Health. Demonstrated ability to manage instructions and delegations to produce results that exceed expectations and drive patient's goals and nursing plan objectives. Seeking to leverage background and experience to successfully take next career step in healthcare.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant
Oceania Company
Auckland
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to individuals with various health conditions.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Increased patient safety by promptly addressing concerns and reporting incidents or potential hazards to supervisory staff.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations, providing prompt assistance while following established protocols until professional help arrived onsite.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
District Nurse
Lakeba Health Center
Lakeba, Fiji
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Conduct shift clinics with the public health team
- Streamlined documentation processes, enabling timely and accurate record-keeping for all patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering empathetic, culturally sensitive care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Led community health promotion initiatives aimed at raising awareness about chronic disease prevention strategies among vulnerable populations within the district.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through diligent follow-up care and comprehensive patient education.
- Maintained strong relationships with community resources, facilitating seamless referrals for patients in need of specialized services.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to infection control protocols and advocating for necessary safety measures.
- Conducted thorough assessments of new patients entering the service area, ensuring accurate diagnosis and appropriate referrals when necessary.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive discharge plans that facilitated smooth transitions from hospital to home settings.
- Developed expertise in wound care management, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- Educated family members on proper home-based care techniques, leading to improved self-management skills among patients and their caregivers.
- Communicated with physicians and practitioners for patient care concerns to obtain orders and intervention protocols.
- Provided therapeutic nursing interventions for individualized plan of care to patient.
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- Initiated emergency resuscitative measures according to resuscitation and advanced life support protocols and directives.
- Developed plan of care for patient reflecting collaboration with members of healthcare team.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse
Lakeba Hospital
Lakeba, Fiji
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Triage patients in outpatient department, administer medications, change dressings, counsel and advise patients, assist with care, and advocate for patients.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Emergency Nurse
CWM Hospital SUVA
Suva, Fiji
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Triage patients, assist doctors with patient care, administer medications, take vital signs, advise patients, and advocate for patients.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and medical needs in the fast-paced emergency department setting.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced wait times for patients by effectively prioritizing cases and allocating resources.
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently assessing, triaging, and treating emergency room patients.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures such as intubations, central line placements, and lumbar punctures to ensure optimal patient care.
- Enhanced teamwork among staff through clear communication and collaboration in high-stress situations.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult experiences while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Administered medications accurately according to established protocols while monitoring for potential adverse reactions or side effects.
- Contributed to the development of evidence-based nursing practice through participation in continuous education opportunities and professional organizations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to their concerns and addressing their questions regarding treatment options.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, treatments, interventions, responses, and dispositions using electronic health records systems.
- Closely monitored critical patients requiring continuous observation or frequent intervention due to unstable conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Bachelor In Nursing - Nursing
Fiji National University
Fiji 12.2020
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing
TISI Sangam College Of Nursing
Fiji12.2014
Skills
- Clinical Expertise
- Critical & Emergency Care
- Maternal & Child Health Care
- Primary Health Care
- Time Management
- Team Work
- Microsoft Applications
- Teamwork and Cooperation
- Immunization Administration
- Geriatric Nursing
- Diabetes management
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Continence Care
- Home visit expertise
- Breastfeeding support
- Geriatric Care
- Public Speaking
- Health Education
- Community Education
- Home visits
- Medication and IV administration
- Multitasking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Active Listening
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Vitals monitoring
- Wound Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Infection Control
- CPR/AED
- Accurate Documentation
References
- Marama Tuqiri Toko, Team Leader Public Health, Lakeba Health Center, +6797620711, maramatuqiri@gmail.com
- Pawan Goundar, Team Leader Lakeba Hospital, goundarpawan@gmail.com +64221531912
- Pratika Singh, Clinical Manager, Te Mana Care Center, Auckland. +6421805324, Pratika.Singh@oceaniahealthcare.co.nz
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Fiji
Native or Bilingual
Fiji Hindi
Elementary
Timeline
Health Care Assistant
Oceania Company
06.2023 - Current
District Nurse
Lakeba Health Center
01.2019 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse
Lakeba Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2019
Emergency Nurse
CWM Hospital SUVA
01.2015 - 01.2017
Bachelor In Nursing - Nursing
Fiji National University
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing
TISI Sangam College Of Nursing