Some personal details about me
I want to be my best
so I can better help others
I am a 36 year old Kiwi woman, New Zealand born and bred. Currently based in the beautiful garden city of Christchurch. I am a proud mother, blessed with a supportive partner. I am a highly energetic, active and passionate individual, always on the look-out for new projects.
Highly Energetic
I bring a high-level of energy to both personal and professional pursuits.
Goal Oriented
I am practically focused on achieving positive outcomes, for myself and my clients.
Empathetic
I am intuitive of the emotional needs of other people and try and anticipate these.
Tenacious
Once I commit to an endeavour, I see it through.
My Nursing Philosophy
As a Registered Nurse I intend to provide safe, high quality, evidenced-based care that is patient and whanau centered. I want to deliver a service that is personalized, empathetic and respectful.
I believe in advocating for each patient's rights to equality of care: regardless of situation, ethnicity or disability.I am passionate about working within a supportive multi-disciplinary team, alongside patients and their whanau, to achieve better health outcomes.
I aim to further hone and develop my nursing skills through practice and on-going education. I seek to uphold the values within my nursing philosophy and build upon my passion for health promotion, which I developed whilst working in gynaecology.
I believe health promotion and education play a key role in supporting patients on their journey to recovery and better health outcomes.
My Inspiration
Words that Inspire
My Nursing Practice
My attitudes, values and beliefs are informed by people who have come before, their words are the ones that guide my nursing practice.
"To know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived; that is to have succeeded"
"One's life has value so long as one attributes value to the life of others, by means of love, friendship, indignation, compassion."
"Let whoever is in charge keep this simple question in her head (not, how can I always do this right thing myself, but) how can I provide for this right thing to be always done?"
b. 1820, d. 1910
Employment
and Experience
Historical Opportunities Where I Have Gained Experience.
Work
Previous Employment
I have work experience across a number of sectors, including nursing, customer service, the fitness industry, and administration.
Canterbury District Health Board
2016-2018
Registered Nurse
I worked within the gynaecology ward at Christchurch Women's Hospital. This was a mixed medical/surgical unit, provisioned at 28 beds. Our clientele were females ranging in age from 12-90 years.
Key Tasks Included:
- Pre- and Post- Surgical Care
- Administration of Medications
- Assessment and Monitoring of Acute Clients
Acquisitions
2011-2013Sales Assistant
I worked as a customer service representative for the chain-store 'Acquisitions'. This was a sales-driven position in a store with thousands of dollars in revenue each day.
Key Responsibilities Included:
- Opening and Closing the Store
- Point-of-Sale and Cash Handling
- Promoting Positive Customer Relations
Health 2000
2008-2011Store Manager
I managed a health and wellness chain-store in a high-traffic mall. This role included administrative and personell management responsibilities as well as individualised client education related to health-products, including safety considerations and potential medicinal interactions.
Key Tasks Included:
- Management of a Small Team
- Staff Training
- Logistics and Administration
Public Trust
2007-2008
Service Representative
I worked for New Zealand’s largest and most experienced trustee services organisation as a customer service representative. This role involved sensitivity and understanding of both clients situations and the ways in which public trusts legal services could help.
Key Tasks:
- Management of Term Deposits
- Administration of Family Trusts
IAG Insurance
2006-2007Claims Advisor
This was initially a call-centre based position, but the scope of the position was increased to include follow-up and investigation of more complex claims.
Key Responsibilities Included:
- Management of Claims
- Liasing with Contractors
- Administrative Tasks
Les Mills Fitness
2005-2006Gym Trainer
I worked as a personal trainer for Les Mills Fitness. This position combined my passion for personal well-being with my desire to see others attain personal goals.
Key Tasks Included:
- Personal Training
- Fitness Programme Design
- Client Education
Nursing
Work Experience
A description of my undergraduate clinical placements where I have gained practical experience.
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Education
and Training
Formal Education and Training I have undertaken.
Education
My Formal Qualifications
I have entered a number of courses and qualifications through accredited providers.
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
2016
Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing
As part of the Nurse-entry to practice programme I completed a post-graduate certficate in nursing. This was a level 7 academic course.
Topics Included:
- Acute Medical Management
- Wound Dressing
- Reducing Hospital Infections
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
2012-2015Bachelor of Nursing
I completed an undergraduate degree in nursing in 2015. This course equipped me to undertake my nursing registration as a comprehensive Registered Nurse.
Main Topics:
- Communication, Cultural Safety and Client-centred Care
- Physical Assessment underpinned by Anatomy and Physiology
- Medication Administration and Monitoring
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
2011-2012Certificate in Pre-Health Science
A preparatory six-month course designed to teach essential foundational knowledge for pursuing further education in the health sciences arena, with a particular focus on the core competencies of science, math and English.
Core Components:
- Mathematics
- Biology and Microbiology
- Communication Skills
Christchurch Polytechnic Institute of Technology
2004-2005
Certificate in Fitness Industry Training
An NZQA Level 5 course preparing the individual for work within the fitness industry in New Zealand.
Nursing Training
A brief listing of inservice and on-the-job training that I have attended.
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Referees
My Character and Work Ethic
Please find below a number of referees and references to both my personal character as well as my work ethic.
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Laura Bishell
01.Registered Nurse
Laura is a former colleague from the CDHB as well as a personal friend. She can speak to both my character and work ethic.
Contact Laura -
Nicola Forrest-Mclernon
02.Charge Nurse Manager
Nicola is the CNM of the gynaecology ward at Christchurch Women's Hospital, as my former-manager she can speak to my work ethic.
Contact Nicola -
Susan Taylor
03.Gynaecology/Oncology Coordinator
Susan was a Registered Nurse in a senior role during my time with the CDHB. She can speak to my professionality and client care.
Contact Susan
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