Ebony Smith
Ebony is an Australian candidate who has recently arrived in the UK and is travelling on a working holiday
visa valid until April 2016. Ebony is wonderful candidate who is qualified with a Bachelor of Nursing.
Prior to Ebony’s arrival in London she has been working as a registered nurse in both paediatric and
neonatal intensive care units in Australia. During this position she cared for children from new born up to
eighteen years of age; administering medications and assisting families with support/advice on
breastfeeding, nappy changing, swaddling, and feeding. Ebony has babysitting and casual nannying
experience which spans over a seven year period with one family. Ebony watched these children grow up –
helped their parents potty train them, ween their children onto solids and entertain and provide the children
with meaningful learning experiences.
Ebony is a highly skilled and capable candidate. Her nursing foundations set her apart from other
candidates – she would be a great asset to any family. Ebony’s can do attitude and drive to succeed make
her a brilliant candidate for any role. She is kind, caring and understands how (both medically and
emotionally) children develop; how their needs change.
I was very impressed when I interviewed Ebony – she came across as incredible organised and
knowledgeable while at the same time being open to any new experience. I would highly recommend her.
Ebony is a non smoker and is in good health.
She is a confident driver of automatic vehicles and holds an Australian driving licence. Ebony has a current
nurses practicing certificate and has a Police check issued in Australia.
Ebony Smith
Profile
I am a paediatric and neonatal intensive care nurse from Australia. I have a great passion for children and helping
them develop and grow. Having had lots of babysitting experience with my little brother, niece and nephew as well
as children of friends and family, I feel that I have the skills and knowledge to become a highly skilful and sort after
nanny.
Having looked after babies and children of all ages as a nurse, I feel that I have great understanding in the
developmental needs of children at each age and milestone. I have developed skills to asses children to ensure they
are growing and developing at an appropriate rate. I thoroughly enjoy using games and play as a way to help
children learn.
I have also had a great deal of experience with children who have severe global developmental delay and
neurological impairment. I have been involved in developing ways to help these children communicate and am able
to assess their needs.
Working with newborns and their parents has taught me breastfeeding techniques and I am very comfortable with
first time parents. I get enjoyment in helping parents learn new techniques to care for their babies.
Personal Interests/Background
Having grown up in a large family I am definitely a people person and enjoy interacting with children. I have a great
passion for travel and exploring new places and cultures. Scuba diving and snowboarding are my hobbies. I am a very
active person and enjoy the outdoors and exercise.
Employment History
Feb 2012- Current Monash Medical Centre Clayton
Division 1/Registered Nurse
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
I looked after babies from extremely premature to term newborns. My roles included assisting with
breastfeeding, nappy changes, swaddling, feeding and general care of a newborn. As well as care of sick
newborns on life support and babies requiring intensive medical care. I am highly educated in administering
medications to children.
Adult/Paediatric Intensive Care Unit
I looked after patients from babies to the elderly. The children I looked after were from newborns to
eighteen years of age. Patients ranged from low care to patients of life support. I have had a great deal of
experience with children of all ages, as well as children with developmental delay and disabilities.
I worked a rotating roster, I worked 2 different wards at the same time. I did 2 weeks in the neonatal
intensive care unit and 2 weeks in the adult/paediatric intensive care unit.
Apr 2010 – Jan 2012 (part time)
Peninsula Hot Springs, Rye
First Aid/Pool Attendant
My roles included providing first aid to patrons when needed, as well as supervising children in and
around the pool area. I helped with cleaning duties, customer service and day to day running of the business.
2011 I volunteered at Children Development Organisation, an orphanage in Cambodia for two weeks teaching the
children English.
Sept 2005 – Apr 2010 Ritchie’s Supa IGA, Dromana
Supervisor/Customer Service
As a supervisor I was in charge of a large team of cashiers and was responsible for the running of the store. I
worked part time after school and on the weekends.
Informal babysitting
I looked after two girls from when they were 1 and 3 until they were 8 and 10. I cooked meals, helped them with
their homework and bed and bath time routines. When the girls were younger I assisted in potty training and
teaching them to walk. I would take them to dance lessons and sports games on the weekend.
I looked after a baby boy from birth to 6 months, until I moved to the UK. I would feed him his bottles, bath him and
have play time. I took him for walks in his pram and encouraged tummy time.
I also looked after my twin niece and nephew quite frequently from birth until 3 and ½ when I moved to the UK. I
took them to swimming lessons and taught them to ride their bikes. We would play games outside, cook for fun, play
games and do craft activities.
Education and training
2014 Adult Intensive Care Transition to Specialty Practice Programme
2014 Adult advanced and basic life support, neonatal life support
2012 Graduate Nursing Certificate
2009 – 2011 Bachelor of Nursing, Monash University
2010 First Aid Certificate II
Employment Reference Check for: Ebony Smith
Reference Name and position held: Adrienne Wilson, Unit manager
Contact details: -Consultant completing check: Claudia Todd
Date: 07/05/2014
Where/How did you meet the candidate? She was employed in the neo natal unit; I was her direct line
manager.
What position was she/he employed in? As a registered nurse working with IC patience
Dates of employment? 4th Feb 2013-April 2014
Main responsibilities and duties of candidate: One on one care for patients, needed to meet her nursing
care needs. Working with moderately unwell patience. Forming relationships with the parents and
constantly up dating family with patients progress
Was the candidate punctual and reliable? Absolutely
Would you consider the candidate trustworthy and honest? Absolutely
How was the candidate’s attitude towards their workload? Very organised always on top of her workload.
We tried to challenge her a bit and she rose to the challenge.
What were the candidate’s strengths/weaknesses? Very kind and gentle was really keen to learn and was
always looking to improve her knowledge. She has great communication skills. Just an all rounder and high
achiever. No weakness.
How did the candidate relate and interact with other employee’s? Very well never had any problems
always a good role model to other staff members.
How did the candidate relate and interact with employers? Fantastic.
Did the candidate demonstrate initiative? Absolutely.
Please add anything further that you think might support the candidate’s ability, performance and
potential as an employee: She played a key role in looking after our patients, we are so sorry to lose her.
Such a loss for the unit. She is just a lovely girl.
Employment Reference Check for Ebony Smith
Reference Name and position held: Andrea Wallace, clinical Nurse Educator
Contact details: -Consultant completing check: Emailed reference, verified by Claudia Todd
Date: 11.09.2014
Where/How did you meet the candidate? Ebony was working as a RN in Monash Newborn
What position was she/he employed in? Graduate nurse (RN)
Dates of employment? August 2012-Feb 2013, June 2013- April 2014
Main responsibilities and duties of candidate? Competently cares for neonates requiring respiratory
support , while providing education and explanation to the parents. Assisting the mother with
breastfeeding/expressing and caring for her unwell baby in a NICU.
Was the candidate punctual and reliable? Yes
Would you consider the candidate trustworthy and honest? Yes
How was the candidate’s attitude towards their workload? Very professional and enthusiastic in her work
and patients. Always willing to assist her colleagues.
What were the candidate’s strengths/weaknesses? Very hard worker, can competently and safely care for
unwell neonates, including neonates requiring respiratory support. Seeks out assistance when unsure.
Good rapport with families and multidisciplinary team.
How did the candidate relate and interact with other employee’s? Ebony has a good rapport with other
nursing staff and the multidisciplinary team
How did the candidate relate and interact with employers? Ebony had a good rapport with her employer.
Did the candidate demonstrate initiative? Yes
Please add anything further that you think might support the candidate’s ability, performance and
potential as an employee: We would re-employ Ebony if she were to return to Melbourne.
Verbal Reference for: Ebony Smith
Employer\ referee: Stevie Thomas Phone -Consultant: Claudia Todd
Date completed: 02/05/14
How did you meet the candidate (agency/private etc): They used to work together in previous job.
What position did the candidate hold in your household: She was a regular night time babysitter.
What were the dates of employment: 5years ago. In 2009
Days and hours worked: mostly nights, 6 till midnight, once a fortnight
Ages and gender of children at start date of employment: 7month old baby boy
How often was the candidate in sole care of the children? Always sole charge.
What were the candidate’s main responsibilities? Putting baby to bed, feeding baby, bathing baby,
keeping him happy.
To what level did the candidate complete her duties? Above and beyond
What kind of relationship did the candidate establish with the children/child? They instantly bonded; she
could get him to sleep really easily.
Were there any particular areas of strength or weakness that we should note? She is so patient and
always calm. No weakness
- If there were weaknesses, would these stop you from recommending the candidate for future
employment?
How were the candidates’ times keeping abilities? She never let us down.
How often did the candidate take sick leave? Never.
Was the candidate trustworthy and reliable? Definitely.
How would you describe the candidate’s organisational skills? Yes she did.
Why did the position come to an end? Because she left Australia.
Would you recommend her as a nanny (sole charge or shared charge)? Definitely 100% shes great.
Please advise if you are happy for us to pass your contact details on to potential employers:
Of corse, she is just the most pleasant person to work with.
Verbal Reference for: Ebony Smith
Employer\ referee: Kaye Hellyer Phone: -Consultant: Claudia Todd
Date completed: 07/05/14
How did you meet the candidate (agency/private etc): Through her eldest daughter when Ebony was 12
or 13
What position did the candidate hold in your household: Casual babysitter
What were the dates of employment days and hours worked: 2005 – 2008 1 or 2 evenings every fortnight
Ages and gender of children at start date of employment: 2 girls, new born and 1 and a half.
How often was the candidate in sole care of the children? Always in sole charge when babysitting.
What were the candidate’s main responsibilities? Feeding children, changing children bathing children,
playing etc no cleaning. She would always clean up after herself and children though.
To what level did the candidate complete her duties? Fantastic with the children.
What kind of relationship did the candidate establish with the children? Very close relationship
Particular areas of strength or weakness that we should note- If there were weaknesses; would these
stop you from recommending the candidate for future employment? She was extremely responsible and
very nurturing towards my children. She was also extremely mature for her age. There are no weaknesses
to note.
How were the candidates’ time keeping abilities: Good, no problem.
How often did the candidate take sick leave: No sick leave
Was the candidate trustworthy and reliable? Very much so
How would you describe the candidate’s organisational skills? Fantastic.
Why did the position come to an end? Would you recommend her as a nanny (sole charge or shared
charge)? Because my mother moved down and I no longer needed Ebony.
Please advise if you are happy for us to pass your contact details on to potential employers: Yes.