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Professional Nursing Portfolio Your Name
Your Address, Street Name, Unit No. Singapore (Postal Code)
Mobile: 8123 4567 Home: 6123 4567 Email: your name [email protected]
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Personal Characteristics • Cover Letter • Resume • Immunisation Record • Letter of Testimonial (Course Manager)
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Experience • National Service Certificate (If Applicable) • CCA • Reflective Learning Journals • Clinical Instructor’s Practicum Evaluation
Report • Media Article: Internship • My Nursing Training Diary
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Accomplishments • Certificate of Merit: National ITE Certificate in
Nursing • Singapore Nursing Board Certificate of
Registration
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Knowledge • Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology) • Diploma in Nursing • National ITE Certificate in Nursing • Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology): NYP
Official Transcript of Academic Record • Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology): NYP Official
Transcript of Academic Record • National ITE Certificate in Nursing: Academic
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Skills • Certificate of Accreditation: Healthcare
Professional Basic Life Support
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Your Name Your Address, Street Name, Unit No.
Singapore (Postal Code) Mobile: 8123 4567 Home: 6123 4567
Email: your name [email protected]
[Today’s Date] [Hiring Manager’s Name] Company Address, Street Name, Unit No. Singapore (Postal Code) [email protected]] Dear Mr./Mrs./Ms. [Hiring Manager’s Surname], I am writing to you today regarding the nursing job vacancy you posted on [Website Name]. I was thrilled to see that the role perfectly suits my education and skill-set, and I am confident that I can rise to the challenge. I have an Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology), a Diploma in Nursing and 3 years of extensive work experience. During my recent Advanced Diploma attachment, I developed the skills to deliver impeccable health care and service towards patients. I have been trained in monitoring patients, updating information on vital signs and documents to effectively monitor their health. While working at Singapore General Hospital as an Intern Nurse during my final year of Diploma in Nursing, I was tasked with assessing the condition of patients, and administering of medication to patients with close supervision by my Clinical Instructor. I firmly believe that I will bring the energy and dedication necessary to thrive in your acute hospital’s environment. As noted in my resume, my competencies and capabilities are strongly in line with the requirements stated in your job description. For instance, while working at Alexandra Hospital as a Staff Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Unit, I have gained a deep understanding of how to perform emergency medical procedures such as basic and advanced cardiac life support, as well as other condition stabilising interventions. I have become skilled at accurately obtaining and interpreting medical information to determine the health status and needs of my patients. Additionally, I possess excellent communication skills, which help me to effectively interact with patients, families, medical officers and other allied health team members. Please accept the enclosed resume for your kind consideration. I strongly believe that my training and experience will enable me to contribute to your organisation. I would welcome the opportunity to meet and interview with you, and I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, Signature [Name]
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Your Name Your Address, Street Name, Unit No.
Singapore (Postal Code) Mobile: 8123 4567 Home: 6123 4567
Email: your name [email protected] Registered Nurse with Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology) seeking to use earned skills and knowledge to assist your hospital in a nursing role. Proven to ably handle any medical emergency or situation, with the requisite skillset to perform under pressure. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, enjoy working with the elderly and has a special interest in rehabilitative and geriatric care. EDUCATION NANYANG POLYTECHNIC, SINGAPORE Advanced Diploma in Nursing (Gerontology), Sep 2017 • GPA: 3.85 • Director’s List: Sem 2 – 2016/2017 NANYANG POLYTECHNIC, SINGAPORE Diploma in Nursing, Sep 2013 • GPA: 3.56 • Director’s List: Sem 1 – 2013/2014 ITE COLLEGE EAST, SINGAPORE National ITE Certificate in Nursing, Dec 2010 • GPA: 3.56 • Certificate of Merit RELEVANT COURSEWORK
• Advanced Gerontological Nursing • Professional Advanced Nursing Practice • Advanced Gerontological Nursing Clinical
Practice
• Evidence-Based Practice • Biological Perspectives of Ageing and
Related Pathophysiology and Pharmacology • Health Assessment and Clinical Decision-
Making LICENSURES & CERTIFICATIONS
• Registered Nurse, Singapore Nursing Board, License #0000000 • Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Automated External Defibrillation (AED)
Certification, certified by SingHealth Alice Lee Institute of Advanced Nursing • Standard First Aid with CPR and AED certified by National First Aid Council and National
Resuscitation Council
CLINICAL & PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE CHANGI GENERAL HOSPITAL Clinical Practicum in Geriatric Medicine and Acute Care, Intern Nurse, Jan 2017 – Mar 2017 • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to plan, manage, and assess patient treatments in
the acute care with a bed capacity of 24 patients.
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• Administered blood product transfusions or intravenous infusions, monitoring patients for adverse reactions.
• Perform emergency medical procedures, such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), and other condition stabilising interventions.
• Discussed illnesses and treatments with patients and family members in a supportive manner. ALEXANDRA HOSPITAL Staff Nurse, Medical/Surgical Unit, May 2013 – Mar 2017 • Provided comprehensive care in a fast-paced, 35-bedded medical/surgical unit of patients with
medical emergencies, trauma, and surgical interventions. • Rendered skilled nursing care to patients undergoing orthopedic and other invasive procedures,
requiring in-patient medical care. • Consistently received superior performance reviews for professional nursing care given to
patients, and strengths in handling emotional issues associated with critical care of patients and their families.
• Promoted to Staff Nurse 1 based on proven nursing skills, ability to effectively manage multiple critical care tasks, and leadership rapport developed with nursing colleagues.
SINGAPORE GENERAL HOSPITAL Clinical Practicum, Intern Nurse, Jan 2013 – Mar 2013 • Monitored 6 assigned patients, updating information on vital signs and progress of treatment. • Documented data related to patients’ care including assessment results, interventions,
medications, patient responses, or treatment changes. • Assessed condition of patients, ordering and evaluating diagnostic tests as needed. RELEVANT COMPETENCIES Languages: • Proficient in spoken and written English and Chinese, and fluent in spoken Mandarin and dialects
including Cantonese and Hokkien. Computer Literacy: • Competent in Microsoft Office Applications Version 2016 (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, OneNote,
Publisher and Access) PERSONAL DATA • Date of Birth : DD/MM/YYYY • Interests/Hobbies : Nature, baking, cooking • Availability : With effect from DD/MM/YYYY
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CONFIDENTIAL
PERSONAL PARTICULARS Name: Gender: ID: Country of Birth: Date of Birth:
IMMUNISATION RECORD Type of Immunisation / Infectious Disease
Date of Immunisation Immunisation Evidence either documented proffer of vaccination or post vaccination serological evidence of immunity
HEPB D1 (Hepatitis B) 1st Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Post-Vaccination serological test Date: DD/MM/YYYY Result:
HEPB D2 (Hepatitis B) 2nd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
HEPB D3 (Hepatitis B) 3rd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Varicella D1 (Chickenpox) 1st Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Varicella D2 (Chickenpox) 2nd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
MMR D1 (Measles/Mumps/Rubella) 1st Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
MMR D2 (Measles/Mumps/Rubella) 2nd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Pertussis D1 (Whooping Cough) 1st Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Pertussis D2 (Whooping Cough) 2nd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Pertussis D3 (Whooping Cough) 3rd Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Last Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Pertussis B1 (Whooping Cough) 1st Booster Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Pertussis B2 (Whooping Cough) 2nd Booster Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
Last Booster Dose: DD/MM/YYYY
MASK FITTING RECORD
Brand of Mask Mask Size Date of Mask Fitting DD/MM/YYYY
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Testimonial Date : DD/MM/YYYY To Whom It May Concern Dear Sir/Madam, RE: Name of Student (NRIC No. SXXXXXXXZ)
Admission No. : XXXXXX Course Title : Diploma in Nursing Course Start Date : April XXXX Course End Date : April XXXX
Academic Performance <Name of Student> will be graduating with a Diploma in Nursing at the Nanyang Polytechnic School of Health Sciences in April 2016. <Name of Student> is a self-driven, hardworking and enthusiastic student who has achieved outstanding results throughout her academic studies. As a recipient of the NYP Scholarship for ‘O’ Level Pathway, he/she has proven his/her capability and commitment by attaining an overall GPA of 3.83, with 10 Distinctions and 17As. <Name of Student>’s consistent exceptional grades have put him/her in the top 15% of his/her cohort every semester, allowing his/her to be admitted to the Director’s List five times thus far. An articulate student, his/her oral presentations are able to capture interest while his/her writing is clear and focused. In class, he/she is an active participant and is able to raise pertinent issues and problems in a tactful and diplomatic manner. <Name of Student> is a keen and positive learner who constantly takes the initiative to facilitate his/her own learning and to improve him/herself. He/She participated in the SHS JAE Webchat 2015, dialogue session with Mr. Lawrence Kong 2015, leadership lecture by Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong 2015 titled ‘’Singapore: The Past, The Present and The Future’’, SHS student dialogue session with management 2014 and ASPIRE Engagement Session 2014. In addition, <Name of Student> was the student representative in the SHS first year allied health sharing session 2015. <Name of Student> is also highly enthusiastic in assuming leadership roles within his/her class and faculty. He/She was a module representative in 2013, class vice-chairman in 2015 and the student organiser of a number of NYP events including the SHS Club Camp 2014, SHS Open House 2015, NYP Open House 2015 and SHS Graduation 2015. He/She also actively seeks and seizes opportunities to participate in programmes outside of school. <Name of Student> was one of the few NYP students, who was selected to train for the inaugural 2014 World Skills competition. He/She was also featured in the youtube video
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titled “WorldSkills Singapore - I Create... wonders with my skills” (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nAgJlc7gta8). In the same year, <Name of Student> was chosen to represent NYP at the inaugural polytechnic forum in 2014, where he/she collaborated with students from four other polytechnics to brainstorm on realistic ideas to tackle the difficulties which Singapore is facing in preserving his/her heritage using surveys, learning journeys and research. Co-Curricular Activities On top of the demanding nursing diploma, <Name of Student> fervently involves him/herself in various co-curricular activities within his/her faculty and the polytechnic, demonstrating maturity beyond his/her age to juggle and balance busy schedules. Aside from being an excellent student, <Name of Student> has exemplified his/her versatility by becoming the dance captain and lead dancer of NYP’s La Ballroom En Masse and a member of NYP’s Emcee Club. As part of NYP’s La Ballroom En Masse, <Name of Student> performed in Dance Synergy 2013, NYP’s Club Crawl 2014 and NYP Open House 2014 as well as the Viva NYP musical production held at the Esplanade Theatre 2014. He/She represented NYP in the 1st Passion Arts Dancesport Championship 2013 where he/she clinched a 4th and 5th position. As a member of NYP’s Emcee Club, <Name of Student> has hosted in several events both in and out of campus, including the SHS Open House Ambassadorial Training 2013, “Thankfulness Event” 2014, “Stomp Out Dengue Campaign 2014”, SHS Graduation 2015 and “Raising Funds for Nepal” 2015. He/She was also the organiser of the Emcee Club Day Camp 2015. Conduct and Character <Name of Student> is an exceptional nursing student who displays confidence, conscientiousness, dedication and responsibility. An enthusiastic and self-motivated learner, <Name of Student> routinely sets clear goals for him/herself and works towards them with a steady determination. Having a mature character by nature, <Name of Student> is highly competent in time management, as he/she is able to juggle hectic schedules while ensuring a balanced lifestyle. As an effective team player, <Name of Student> is able to work independently and also in co-operation with others. In addition, <Name of Student> takes pride in her work, study and hobbies involved. <Name of Student> possesses strong interpersonal communication skills which is an essential trait in his/her profession as a nurse. Besides being a cheerful, well-mannered and well-behaved student, he/she has an obvious and sincere concern for others and gets along well with his/her colleagues, lecturers and peers alike, making him/her well-liked and trustworthy. During his/her clinical attachments, <Name of Student> exhibited great
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emotional intelligence with the ability to take into account and cater to the needs and feelings of others. He/She is also always ready to lend a helping hand to those in need even if it means going the extra mile. These attributes have allowed him/her to communicate well, empathise and get along with his/her clients and their family members as well as his/her professional colleagues in the healthcare multi-disciplinary team. Overall, <Name of Student> is a highly competent, focused and earnest student who takes great pride in his/her academics and career. As a passionate student, <Name of Student> constantly strives to give his/her best effort, it is with no doubt that he/she has the capacity to succeed in her future endeavours. Submitted By: Signature <Name of Staff/Lecturer> Course Manager for Diploma in Nursing School of Health Sciences (Nursing) XXXXX
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REFLECTIVE LEARNING JOURNAL
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REFLECTIVE JOURNAL (CLINICAL ATTACHMENT) Name: __________________ Admission Number: ___________ Tutorial group: _______________ It was my 4th attachment in Changi General Hospital as a Diploma in Nursing student and I was attached to a B2 medical ward. As I know, I am already a year 2 student so I will need to further get myself ready for my PRCP. I decided to improve to the best on my nursing skills and try to learn those nursing skills that I haven’t learned in school, so that when I go back to school to learn more skills, I can use the knowledge that I learned in the hospital into the school lessons so that I can understand the school lessons even better. Every day, my clinical instructor will come up to the ward to observe us doing our nursing skills and asked us if we have any doubts. Part of the attachment assessment is to perform a clinical skill in front of her and she will evaluate it for us. So everyone took turns to ask her if she could assess the skill for them, so one of my schoolmate chose NGT feeding for this Bed 34’s patient. My clinical instructor told all of us (total there were 4 student nurses) to gather at Bed 34 to see our fellow school-mates perform NGT feeding for bed 34’s patient. When we all arrived at bed 34 together with the Clinical Instructor, some thoughts came into my mind because this patient doesn’t have a (Tube Feed) label on his wall behind his bed, and also he doesn’t have any NGT feeding requisites on his bedside table. Quickly, I told and asked my clinical instructor whether this patient is really on NGT feeding because Changi General Hospital’s style for NGT feeding patients is that they were always be a (Tube Feed) label on the patient’s wall behind the bed, and also NGT feeding requisites on his bedside’s table. After I told and asked her, she was amazed by my assessment of patient prior to the clinical skills being done and also she praise me by saying “ Wow yong I am amazed by your assessment skills “. She also didn’t realize that this patient doesn’t have any (Tube Feed) tag and NGT tube feeding requisites beside his bed until I told her. We then together asked our schoolmate if this is the correct patient that he is going to perform NGT feeding on it, then our fellow schoolmate told us that he got mixed up with the bed number and it’s actually bed 44 instead of bed 34. From that moment my clinical instructor praised me, I felt that I had really improved since my 1st attachment in Changi General Hospital because when we are a new batch of student nurses, usually we will just follow the orders blindly without knowing why we need to do this and what are the prior assessment before performing this particular clinical skill. Lastly, I will still continue to work and learn hard throughout my journey to become a Staff Nurse.
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REFLECTIVE LEARNING JOURNAL
Date: _______________________
Title of Learning Activity: Rock-climbing adventure (1-day trip)
Description of the Learning Experience
This 1-day activity has been an enriching experience for me. It was my first time trying out rock-climbing. When I rock climbed for the first time, I was terrified that the rope would break, terrified of the height and exposure, and probably mostly terrified that I would not make it to the top; that I would fail, that I would look foolish in front of my peers. On my ascent up the rock face, I slipped a couple of times, became frustrated, and eventually began to cry. As I grew more tired and discouraged, I let my fear of the activity overwhelm me. I eventually lowered off the climb, convinced that I would never rock climb again.
However, my friend who was very determined to pick up the rock-climbing skill, encouraged me to work through my fears. So I persevered on. When I got into difficult climbing situations, I still experienced moments of panic and I occasionally shut down. I knew that if I was going to keep climbing, I needed to get a grip on my fear.
My instructor provided me with sound advice. He described how he came up with a system of visualisation for himself. He looked at a problem, pictured it in his head, and visualised himself succeeding. He would literally look at a climb or a series of moves and picture himself moving upward, step by step, until he was past the difficult part.
I gave it another try and tried his method. I reached a hard move, then visualised a mental movie of myself pulling and stepping myself through the move. It worked! And I realised that before this, I had always reached hard moves and pictured myself falling from them. Once I began to visualise myself succeeding, I began to climb with more confidence, more grace, and much less fear.
What did I learn from the activity?
Although I may feel alone in the face of my fears, I am probably not the first person to have felt this way, and I certainly would not be the last. I learned to talk to others about my fears, ask for advice, and get some help. Getting some support can be critical in learning to cope in the face of fear. Knowing that someone else supports my ideas or believes that I can succeed can make the difference between triumph and failure.
Visualising success on a regular basis also translates into increased self-confidence. Once I begin to regularly view and think of myself as successful, I meet with more triumphs, and I begin to feel more self-assured.
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