Tessa Nathan
Amberley,North Canterbury
Summary
Passionate Registered Nurse dedicated to providing equitable care to Māori and Pacifica communities. Experienced in rehabilitation and community care, with a strong focus on long-term outcomes. I am highly motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to improving community health
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Casual Health Care Assistant
Medcall Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Organized medical records for patient care plans and ensured accuracy.
- Completed specialized training for complex patient care
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and report any changes to thesupervisor or nurse on duty.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
In-Home Support Care Worker
Rannerdale Village-Veteran Affairs
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Ensured that client safety was maintained through regular home visits.
- Performed light housekeeping duties including changing linens, laundry, vacuuming and dusting.
- Collaborated with health care team and case managers in order to develop appropriate service plans.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Voluntary Health Care Assistant
Methven House
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Assisted nurses and other medical personnel in providing patient care.
- Provided basic bedside care, including bathing, cleaning, and feeding patients.
- Reported any changes in the patient's condition to the nurse on duty.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided in accordance with facility policies and procedures.
Education
NETP Primary Care -
Pegasus Health
01-2025
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
11.2023
NCEA Level 1,2,3 -
Mt Hutt College
12.2019
Skills
- Chronic Disease Management
- Contraception Counseling
- Diabetes management
- Mental Health Support
- Referral Coordination
- Community Education
References
Michael Mcilhone
Pegasus Health Director of Nursing:
michael.mcilhone@pegasus.health.nz. 0220 830 356
Paula Bruce
Pegasus Health Nurse Educator:
paula.bruce@pegasus.health.nz. 022 0117 473
Certification
- Advanced ACLS
- Authorized Vaccinator
- Venepuncture Certified
- Contraception Educator
Timeline
Casual Health Care Assistant
Medcall Healthcare Agency
10.2021 - 11.2023
In-Home Support Care Worker
Rannerdale Village-Veteran Affairs
09.2020 - 02.2021
Voluntary Health Care Assistant
Methven House
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Advanced ACLS
- Authorized Vaccinator
- Venepuncture Certified
- Contraception Educator
NETP Primary Care -
Pegasus Health
Bachelor of Nursing -
Ara Institute of Canterbury
NCEA Level 1,2,3 -
Mt Hutt College
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