Navpreet Kaur
Virginia
Summary
Compassionate and motivated healthcare professional and have completed diverse clinical placements across acute care (Oncology, Surgical and Orthopaedic). Skilled in-patient assessment, medication administration, and care planning. Committed to evidence-based, person-centred care and effective teamwork. Seeking to consolidate skills through SA Health’s TPPP with a strong focus on professional growth and safe, high-quality nursing practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant in Nursing
HCA
01.2024 - Current
- Support across general medical, Acute surgical, ICU and Emergency wards.
- Provided compassionate patient care, enhancing comfort and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams, improving patient outcomes and satisfaction.
- Monitored vital signs, ensuring timely interventions and safety.
- Assisted in daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
Personal Care Worker
Estia Burton
01.2024 - Current
- Assisting aged people with their daily living needs and other support as outlined in the individualized care plan.
- Carrying out all work according to set guidelines and care plan as directed by supervisor.
- Using lifters, bed, and chair controls.
- Assisting residents with eating and drinking.
- Assisting residents with showering, dressing and personal hygiene.
- Making beds, maintaining continence or managing incontinence.
- Transfers include collecting and positioning of walking frame or wheelchair.
Education
Master of Clinical Nursing -
University of Adelaide
02-2026
Certificate III - Individual support
Total training Solutions
Parafield gardens, Adelaide02.2021
Skills
- Competent in monitoring and interpreting vital signs (BP, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, O2 saturation)
- Skilled in basic wound assessment and dressing using aseptic technique
- Safe medication administration under supervision (oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular)
- Knowledgeable in pain assessment and non-pharmacological pain management techniques
- Communicates effectively with multidisciplinary teams and during clinical handovers (eg, ISBAR)
Certification
- Australian Permanent Resident
- Australian driver’s License
- Medication Certificate.
- NDIS workers check clearance done.
- Working with Children Check Clearance done.
- DCSI Clearance in Disability, Child related, aged care and Vulnerable.
- Latest Manual Handling certificate.
- Latest First Aid certificate
- Latest CPR Certificate.
- Hand Hygiene Certificate
- Latest National police clearance done.
- Covid vaccination done (TGA approved)
Clinical Placements
- Ortho Surgery (5G Wing1), Royal Adelaide Hospital (6 weeks) March 2025- May 2025
- Assisted with neurovascular observations, pressure area care, and pain assessments for post-operative orthopaedic patients.
- Supported mobility and rehabilitation activities including transfers, ambulation, and physiotherapy coordination.
- Monitored wound sites, drains, and vital signs, and contributed to post-surgical care planning under supervision.
- Acute Surgery (Urology/Colorectal 2E), Lyell McEwin hospital (6 weeks) Jan 2025-Feb 2025
- Assisted with pre- and post-operative care including wound care, vital signs, and pain assessment.
- Monitored surgical drains, IV therapy, and fluid balance under RN supervision.
- Supported patient mobilisation and discharge planning as part of the multidisciplinary team.
- Oncology Ward, Royal Adelaide Hospital (6 weeks) Oct 2024-Nov 2024
- Participated in holistic care for oncology patients, including hygiene, nutrition, and emotional support.
- Monitored for and reported side effects of chemotherapy such as nausea, fatigue.
- Practised strict infection control and supported symptom management under RN supervision.
- John Paul II Village, Southern Cross Care, Klemzig (4 weeks) April 2024-May 2024.
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including showering, toileting, grooming, dressing, and oral care.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs (BP, pulse, respiratory rate, temperature, O2 saturation) and reported abnormalities.
- Provided safe manual handling and mobility assistance, including transfers using hoists and walking aids.
- Supported residents with nutritional needs, including meal preparation, feeding assistance, and fluid intake monitoring.
- Last Placements scheduled for September-October 2025
Timeline
Assistant in Nursing
HCA
01.2024 - Current
Personal Care Worker
Estia Burton
01.2024 - Current
Certificate III - Individual support
Total training Solutions
Master of Clinical Nursing -
University of Adelaide