Olivia Moloney
Tauranga,BOP
Summary
Being a dedicated and compassionate nurse, I honed critical thinking and patient care skills throughout my placements while studying at Toi Ohomai. My ability to collaborate effectively and provide empathetic patient support is a key attribute that I pride myself on with the ability to engage with patients and create a positive and protective environment in some of the most overwhelming and difficult situations. I am eager to learn and work with a wide range of teammates to achieve the best possible outcomes for my patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse- Medical (respiratory & Infection)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Caring and monitoring for up to 5 patients
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion strategies, disease prevention, and self-care management techniques.
Student Nurse - Hospice (Palliative Care)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Visited patients regularly to ensure their comfort and needs were met
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Actively sought and incorporated feedback from nursing mentors to continuously improve clinical skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Provided patient and family education on treatments, diseases and doctors notes
Student Nurse - Golden Pond Rest Home
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Assisting with residents daily activities such as moving, getting dressed and taking medications.
- Monitoring for pressure injuries if patients are immobile for long periods of time and setting up preventive measures.
- Working closely with experienced wound care nurses and managing wounds such as Cellulitis, pressure injuries, infections and skin tears
- Administering medications under registered nurse supervision
- Accurately changing Ileostemy bag
- Using Glascow Coma Scale and adapting residents care plan accordingly
- Maintaining and creating new documentation for patients and their care plans
- Maintaining and creating relationships with patients and team members through continuously providing assistance, showing initiative and being involved in activities and procedures
- Being involved in the process and respite care for end of life patients
Student Nurse - Cancer Center
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
02.2024 - 03.2024
- Recording and reporting on patients latest signs and symptoms and escalating if required
- Preparing and providing infusion set and portacath to a registered nurse for insertion
- Spearheading and taking ownership of ordering blood bags when required
- Maintaining and caring for patients to eliminate and minimize infections and immunocompromisation
- Monitoring for adverse effects from cytotoxic infusions
Student Nurse - Medical Ward Tauranga Hospital
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Administering medication within my scope of practice (Year 2)
- Taking and monitoring vital signs
- Caring for up to 4 patients at a time
- Critical thinking of co-morbidities
- Infection control
- Assisting Senior nurses with wound care
Student Nurse - MSHOP (Mental Health)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2023 - 05.2023
- Administering medication within my scope of practice (Year 2)
- Monitoring vital signs
- Monitoring patient behaviours
- Learning of specific mental health medication and the effects on different people
- Providing patience and compassionate care to patients
- Assisting with personal hygiene cares when and if required
- Maintaining/ Creating a safe environment for patients and colleagues by engaging all in activities and limiting areas of concern and harm.
Student Nurse - Rest Home (Bob Owens)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Assisting with bathing, dressing, eating, and moving patients throughout the rest-home.
- Helping with personal hygiene, including mouth, nail, and pressure point care
- Providing and cleaning bed pans and urine pots for patients
- Taking and monitoring vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, or heart rate
- Assessing and monitoring patients' conditions
- Adjusting care plans as needed
- Wound care
Student Nursse - Medical Ward Tauranga Hospital
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2021 - 03.2021
- Professional responsibility of maintaining my scope as a year 1 student nurse,
- Assisting with personal hygiene cares
- Interacting with MDT
- Documentation of Practice needs and patient notes
- Taking routine vital signs
- Building professional patient/nurse relationships by engaging in conversation and activities with the patients.
- Adhering to drug administration within my scope (Year 1)
- Monitoring patients with COPD, diabetes, heart disease and with co morbidities.
Service Station Attendant
Waimapu Garage
12.2016 - Current
- Handled cash transactions accurately, maintaining trust between the business and its clientele.
- Supported store management by assisting with merchandising tasks such as stocking shelves or updating product displays when necessary.
- Trained new attendants on company policies and procedures, fostering teamwork and consistency across the team.
- Managed daily register reconciliation, ensuring accurate accounting of all transactions for each shift.
- Maintained a clean and organized service station, contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for customers.
- Adhered to safety regulations while working at the fuel pumps, reducing risk of accidents or injuries.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
Tauranga11-2024
High School Diploma -
Tauranga Girls College
Tauranga, NZ12-2020
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Patience and empathy
- Cleanliness and organization
- Customer service and assistance
- Quick learner
- Problem solving and critical thinking
- Creativity
hobbies
- Tramping/ hiking all over New Zealand
- Camping
- Watersports
- Art- painting
- Gym
- Walking the dog
Timeline
Student Nurse- Medical (respiratory & Infection)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
08.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse - Hospice (Palliative Care)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
04.2024 - 05.2024
Student Nurse - Golden Pond Rest Home
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse - Cancer Center
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
02.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse - Medical Ward Tauranga Hospital
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
06.2023 - 08.2023
Student Nurse - MSHOP (Mental Health)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2023 - 05.2023
Student Nurse - Rest Home (Bob Owens)
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
08.2021 - 09.2021
Student Nursse - Medical Ward Tauranga Hospital
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
03.2021 - 03.2021
Service Station Attendant
Waimapu Garage
12.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Tauranga Girls College
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