Y TUYET NGUYEN

Enthusiastic, motivated and compassionate student nurse seeking to begin a fulfilling career in healthcare. Dedicated to providing patient care and contributing to the well- being of individuals within a dynamic and diverse healthcare environment. A positive and empathetic individual with a strong devotion to making a positive impact.

1ST YEAR

24/07/2023 - 20/08/2023 Royal Adelaide Hospital: Wing 2 General Med

• Assisted with daily patient care, including hygiene, mobility, and vital sign monitoring
• Performed patient assessments and documented clinical findings under supervision
• Observed safe administration practices
• Participated in multidisciplinary handovers and care planning
• Developed skills in managing patients with complex and chronic medical conditions
• Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams
• Applied infection control and manual handling principles in daily practice

2ND YEAR

22/01/2024 - 18/02/2024 Balaklava: Ira Parker Nursing Home

• Understanding the unique challenges of providing healthcare in rural settings
• Provided holistic care to elderly residents, including assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs)
• Supported residents with dementia and other age-related conditions using person-centred approaches
• Monitored vital signs and reported clinical changes to supervising staff
• Assisted with mobility, feeding, continence care, and pressure area management
• Rotated into acute medical settings, gaining experience with more complex health conditions
• Applied infection control protocols and manual handling techniques across care settings
• Communicated compassionately with residents, families, and the healthcare team

24/06/2024 - 21/07/2024 Lyell McEwin Hospital: Respiratory

• Provided patient care for individuals with acute and chronic respiratory conditions
• Monitored and documented vital signs, oxygen saturation, and respiratory assessments
• Assisted with medication administration, including inhalers and nebulisers, under supervision
• Observed and supported care of patients with chest drains and non-invasive ventilation
• Participated in multidisciplinary handovers and contributed to care planning
• Developed skills in time management by progressively managing a larger patient load
• Communicated effectively with patients experiencing breathlessness, anxiety, and complex needs

18/11/2024 - 8/12/2024 Lyell McEwin Hospital: 1G Acute Adult

• Conducting comprehensive mental health assessments of patients, including suicide risk, and implementing appropriate safety measures
• Applying de-escalation techniques to manage agitated patients
• Understanding the indications, side effects, and interactions of psychiatric medications
• Recognising and respecting cultural differences and their impact on mental health
• Communicating with the multidisciplinary team for appropriate treatment
• Developing coping strategies to manage the emotional demands of psychiatric nursing

3RD YEAR

13/01/2025 - 23/02/2025 Lyell McEwin Hospital: 1D Acute Medical

• Provided care to patients with acute and complex medical conditions
• Conducted and documented vital signs, neurological, and fluid status assessments
• Assisted with ADLs, mobility support, and nutritional care for high-acuity patients
• Observed medication administration and adhered to infection control protocols
• Participated in handovers and contributed to safe and effective care planning
• Communicated clearly with patients, families, and the healthcare team in a fast-paced setting