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POTESIA (SIA) TUIMOALA

Auckland (NZ) , Griffins (QLD)

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with the ability to be self-reliant and confident with sound understanding of advanced patient care techniques as well as exceptional patient care skills. I am well versed in delivery of patient care through the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, and evaluation and going the extra mile to maximise the holistic needs of the Patient and their family through advocacy. Passionate in providing evidence based care while working with the patient through a patient centre care model to maximise the quality of care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, PACU

Te Whatu Ora - Middlemore Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.

Registered Nurse - PACU

Te Whatu Ora - Manukau Surgery Centre
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Took vitals and assessed patients in recovery room following surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort.
  • Supported healthy working environment, adhering to patient safety protocol, complying with hospital policies and maintaining situational awareness.
  • Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
  • Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 1-2 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
  • Assessed and identified individual patient educational needs, removing barriers to learning and supporting comprehensive progress.
  • Kept meticulous charting notes regarding patient assessments and medications, later transferring information into records management system.
  • Promoted quality of care by adhering to industry standards and measuring health outcomes against patient care goals and benchmarks.
  • Collaborated with patients and healthcare teams to assess, plan, implement and evaluate custom care plans for each individual.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.


Health Care Assistant

Te Whatu Ora - Middlemore Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2021
  • Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
  • 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.
  • Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
  • Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
  • Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.

Orderly

Waitemata District Health Board
06.2019 - 02.2020
  • Provided physical support to patients through diverse types of mobility assistance.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Warmly greeted patients and visitors and made each feel welcome.
  • Wiped down equipment with proper cleaning products after each patient transport to reduce instances of infection.
  • Maintained confidentiality of patient data and condition to safeguard health information.

Education

Postgraduate Certificate - Nursing

University of Auckland
Auckland, NZ
07.2024

Bachelor of Health Sciences - Nursing

Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ
12.2021

High School Diploma -

Aorere College
Papatoetoe, NZ
12.2015

Skills

  • Recovered patients of high and complex acuity
  • Recovered cases such as - General surgeries; hernia repairs, mastectomy, parathyroidectomy, ENT, tracheostomy, Orthopaedic surgeries, Plastic surgeries; Free flap, trans flap, Skin grafts, Spinal surgeries, Cesarean section and Paediatrics etc
  • Patient Education
  • Anesthesia Recovery
  • Medication and IV fluid Administration
  • Pain Management
  • Patient Recovery Assessments
  • Vitals Monitoring
  • Infection Control
  • Student Precepting
  • Trauma Recovery
  • Documentation
  • Wound Care
  • Collecting Vitals
  • Critical Thinking
  • Microsoft Office
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Group work and Individual Instruction
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Maintaining infection control
  • Delegation and Motivation
  • Compassionate and Caring
  • Decision-Making
  • IV cannulation and Phlebotomy

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Tonga
Native or Bilingual
Portuguese
Limited Working

Additional Information

  • Scholarships and Grants & Achievements , Waitematā DHB Health Scholarship Programme Award 2020-2021
  • 2017-2018 Served a Voluntary mission for The church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day saints in Sao Paulo, Brazil.
  • 2012-2015 Graduated 4 years of Religious Studies
  • 2021 - 2023 Second counsellor of the Relief Society Women’s Organization and Sunday school teacher for women ages 18+
  • 2015 – 2021 Presidency of Mentoring programme for youth ages 13-18 years of age – Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day saints


References

Sally North 

ACNM- Charge Nurse – PACU/TADU/PSU 

 Middlemore Hospital - Te Whatu Ora

021970793 | Sally.north@middlemore.co.nz


  

Sioux Marsters

ACNM- Charge Nurse - PACU

 Manukau Surgery centre - Te Whatu Ora

021836492 l Sioux.marsters@middlemore.co.nz

  


Community Character Reference: 

Shanan Vainoka - 0212601659 | svainoka@gmail.com

Sunday school President and Teacher; The church of Jesus Christ of Latter day Saints 

Timeline

Registered Nurse, PACU

Te Whatu Ora - Middlemore Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse - PACU

Te Whatu Ora - Manukau Surgery Centre
02.2022 - 01.2023

Health Care Assistant

Te Whatu Ora - Middlemore Hospital
01.2020 - 12.2021

Orderly

Waitemata District Health Board
06.2019 - 02.2020

Postgraduate Certificate - Nursing

University of Auckland

Bachelor of Health Sciences - Nursing

Auckland University of Technology

High School Diploma -

Aorere College

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