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Work History
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Naida Hodzic

Auckland,New Zealand

Summary

Experienced Occupational Health Nurse with a strong clinical foundation and over 9 years of experience across acute care, public health, and occupational health settings. Skilled in health monitoring, pre-employment medicals with drug and alcohol testing, health education and promoting employee wellbeing. Confident working autonomously or as part of a multidisciplinary team to support safe, healthy, and productive workplaces.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Occupational Health Nurse / Health Consultant / Vaccinator

Life Care Consultants LTD
03.2023 - Current
  • Conducted and coordinated comprehensive health assessments, including pre-employment, annual health monitoring and exit medicals with drug and alcohol testing
  • Implemented a targeted intervention based on health assessment findings, introducing protective measures to prevent further harm and support employee wellbeing
  • Provided health education, risk mitigation advice, and early intervention support.
  • Participated in the development and delivery of onsite health services in varied industries
  • Analyzed data to determine trends in occupational health issues among staff members
  • Documented and maintained accurate, confidential health records in line with privacy standards
  • Responded to workplace incidents or medical events with appropriate clinical judgement
  • Provided advice regarding lifestyle changes needed to improve their overall health status.

Registered Nurse

Northshore Hospital, DHB
Auckland, New Zealand
06.2022 - 12.2022
  • Provided planned nursing care and responded to emergencies
  • Maintained professional relationships with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Ensured nursing practices met legal and ethical standards
  • Delivered culturally safe care aligned with the principles of Te Tiriti
  • Waitangi
  • Supervised healthcare assistants and delegated tasks appropriately

Clinical Lead/ Registered Nurse

Department of Public Health
Ireland
02.2021 - 05.2022
  • Provided clinical leadership and expert support to a high-performing team that managed Ireland’s highest volume and turnover of COVID-19 contact tracing calls
  • Managed interactions with concerned clients during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Participated in public health strategy meetings and national updates to align team efforts with evolving guidelines
  • Liaised with healthcare providers, laboratories, and government agencies to facilitate case investigations
  • Supported team wellbeing and morale during high-pressure situations
  • Ensured compliance with data protection and confidentiality standards in all communications

Registered Nurse

Saint John’s Hospital
Limerick, Ireland
08.2017 - 12.2021
  • Provided planned nursing care and responded to emergencies
  • Responded to emergencies and participated in audits and clinical reviews
  • Maintained professional relationships with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  • Ensured nursing practices met legal and ethical standards
  • Mentored nursing students and supervised healthcare assistants, including delegation of tasks to support effective patient care
  • Conducted phlebotomy procedures and health education sessions

Pre-Registered Nurse / Registered Nurse

Oakdale Nursing Home
Portarlington, Ireland
01.2015 - 08.2017
  • Collaborated with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to develop and implement individualized care plans
  • Provided personalized support with residents’ activities of daily living, ensuring their safety and wellbeing
  • Provided mentorship to nursing students and supervised healthcare assistants, coordinating tasks to maintain care delivery

Education

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHealSc) - Occupational Health

University of Otago
Dunedin
06.2025

Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Level 8) -

University of Limerick
Ireland

Nursing qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree -

Croatia
Croatia

Skills

  • Occupational health monitoring
  • Pre-employment medicals
  • Health education
  • Clinical leadership
  • Cultural safety
  • Vaccination administration
  • Ergonomic assessments
  • Legislative knowledge
  • Emergency response
  • Ethical practice in occupational health

Certification

  • Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
  • Spirometry Certification, Te Whatu Ora
  • Audiometry Certification, Working for Health
  • NZQA Drug Testing Certification (Unit Standards 25458 & 25511)
  • Ergonomic Assessment Training
  • First Aid Certification (Advanced First aid US6400, US6401, US 6402) and Immediate responder
  • Immunization and Vaccination Certification, valid and current, Immunization Advisory Centre
  • NZQA assessor certified (US4098)
  • Nga Parewa Te Tiriti Waitangi – Modules 1 & 2 ( Ministry of Health)
  • Clean Full NZ Driver’s Licence

Professional Memberships

New Zealand Occupational Health Nurses Association (NZOHNA), Professional member

References

Available upon request

Timeline

Occupational Health Nurse / Health Consultant / Vaccinator

Life Care Consultants LTD
03.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Northshore Hospital, DHB
06.2022 - 12.2022

Clinical Lead/ Registered Nurse

Department of Public Health
02.2021 - 05.2022

Registered Nurse

Saint John’s Hospital
08.2017 - 12.2021

Pre-Registered Nurse / Registered Nurse

Oakdale Nursing Home
01.2015 - 08.2017

Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (PGCertHealSc) - Occupational Health

University of Otago

Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Level 8) -

University of Limerick

Nursing qualification equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree -

Croatia

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