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Work History
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ACHIEVEMENTS & CERTIFICATES
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Nicole Thomson

24B Archibald Street ,Waverley Dunedin

Summary

I've recently finished my first year as a new graduate Enrolled nurse, Successfully achieved my first Competent professional development and recognition programme portfolio. have been working at Puawai Rehabilitation unit at Wakari Hospital Dunedin. I'm looking to move forward in my nursing journey after being at Puawai for a year. Im eager and excited to take on new learning opportunities as well upskill my knowledge base and clinical skills. I have a solid foundation in nursing principles, patient care and provide high quality of care to all my patients., the qualities i have are that im a Empathic person who strives to improve both patient and whanau health outcomes, I'm able to maintain a high level of care, I have great time management as well as display effective communication skills both with health consumers and healthcare providers. I am someone who works well in a team environment and always supports my team members, it is only natural to me to show initiative and be proactive when faced with challenging situations, solve problems and achieve goals, continuous learning and patient centred care align perfectly with my personal and professional aspirations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Enrolled Nurse

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
01.2024 - Current
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.

Healthcare Assistant

Oxford Court Life Care
05.2021 - 04.2022
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.

Lounge Assistant

Hope And Sons
02.2015 - 11.2018

Education

New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5) - Nursing

Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ
11.2023

Health Bridging (Level 3) -

Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ
2018

Health Bridging (Level 4) -

Otago Polytechnic
Dunedin, NZ
2018

Skills

  • Confidentiality
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Clear Patient Communication
  • Patient education
  • Establishes strong therapeutic relationships
  • Family education
  • Wound management
  • Diabetes management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Patient advocacy

ACHIEVEMENTS & CERTIFICATES

Enrolled Nurse Competent PDRP

First aid Certificate




Timeline

Enrolled Nurse

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora
01.2024 - Current

Healthcare Assistant

Oxford Court Life Care
05.2021 - 04.2022

Lounge Assistant

Hope And Sons
02.2015 - 11.2018

New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing (Level 5) - Nursing

Otago Polytechnic

Health Bridging (Level 3) -

Otago Polytechnic

Health Bridging (Level 4) -

Otago Polytechnic
Nicole Thomson