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Nofoaga  Faletolu

Nofoaga Faletolu

Waitangirua,WGN

Summary

Compassionate practice nurse with a strong background working alongside our Māori and Pacific peoples within the Porirua, Wellington region all my nursing career. I am passionate about patient advocacy and attention to detail, committed to supporting health initiatives and educating future nurses, driving improved patient outcomes through effective collaboration.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Practice Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
Waitangirua , Porirua
09.2024 - Current
  • Administering immunizations and health screenings for diverse community members.
  • Educated undergraduate nursing students, fostering their development and readiness for practice.
  • Provided wound care and assisted with minor surgical procedures effectively.
  • Supported community health promotion initiatives through outreach programs, enhancing public awareness and engagement.
  • Coordinated specialist referrals, ensuring timely access to appropriate care for patients.

Well Child / Tamariki Ora Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
Porirua & Poneke, Wellington
09.2019 - 09.2024
  • Educated parents on newborn care, feeding techniques, and sleep practices, enhancing their confidence in managing infant needs.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to address any concerns regarding infant welfare.
  • Provided emotional support to families, fostering a nurturing environment for newborns.
  • Educated parents on proper child development stages such as crawling, walking and talking; instructed parents on how to handle their newborns safely.
  • Facilitated nursing care advice to educate family, implementing best practices.

Practice Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
Porirua, Wellington
01.2014 - 03.2019
  • Executed routine clinical tasks consistent with prior experience to ensure patient care continuity.

Education

Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing - Health Sciences

Whitireia Polytechnic
Porirua, NZ
03-2020

Bachelor of Nursing Pacific - Health Sciences

Whitireia Polytechnic
Porirua
03-2014

Skills

  • Patient advocacy
  • Effective communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Team collaboration
  • Administering immunizations
  • Diabetic assessments
  • Cardiovascular risk assessments
  • Cervical screening
  • Wound care management
  • Referral coordination
  • Nursing education
  • Clinical documentation
  • Well Child Core Checks
  • B4 School checks
  • Dental education
  • MedTech champion

Affiliations

Social sports and amateur CrossFit attendee

Timeline

Practice Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
09.2024 - Current

Well Child / Tamariki Ora Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
09.2019 - 09.2024

Practice Nurse

Te Runanga O Toa Rangatira
01.2014 - 03.2019

Post Graduate Certificate in Primary Health Care Specialty Nursing - Health Sciences

Whitireia Polytechnic

Bachelor of Nursing Pacific - Health Sciences

Whitireia Polytechnic
Nofoaga Faletolu