ADHEENA MATHEW
St Albans Park,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Seeking a responsible career where I can leverage and implement practical and theoretical knowledge for the well-being of mankind, with a scope of learning opportunities for both organizational and personal development. I will channel all efforts in this direction to achieve the best results and enhance the organisation's value.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE - General Medicine and Renal Unit
University Hospital Barwon Health
03.2023 - Current
- Working as in-charge, ensures that all nursing functions within the department run efficiently, and oversees administrative and managerial tasks
- Practice in accordance with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMAC) National Competency Standards for the Registered Nurses.
- Understand the application of National Safety and Quality Standards to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory bodies is maintained
- Establish and maintain effective communication within a multi-disciplinary team to ensure patients receive quality ongoing care
- Ensure compliance with the National Framework for Decision Making by Nurses and Midwives on Scopes of Practice
- Provide good quality care to the patients and ensure patient care requirements are met and to contribute to effective team outcomes.
DEPUTY WARD MANAGER (ANUM)
Royal Gwent Hospital
05.2022 - 01.2023
- To assist with the management of the ward on a day-to-day basis by supporting and acting on behalf of the ward manager
- Work in conjunction with other disciplines in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
REGISTERED NURSE (BAND 5)
Royal Gwent Hospital
03.2020 - 04.2022
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
REGISTERED NURSE
Christanand Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Worked as the TEAM LEADER
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Education
Postgraduate Certificate in Health (Advanced Nursing) - Nursing
Federation University
Australia05.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Deemed University
India07.2017
Higher Secondary -
State Board, Government HSS
India03.2013
S.S.L.C. -
State Board, Bethany St.Mary's G H S
India03.2011
Skills
- Accredited Mental Health First Aider
- Hand Hygiene Auditor
- Patient Care Assessment
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Emergency Response
- Care Planning
- Nursing staff leadership
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Medical Records Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Medication Administration
- Documentation and Charting
- Excellent computer literacy
Nursing Registration
- NURSING AND MIDWIFERY BOARD, AHPRA - Registered Nurse (Division 1), NWM0002653186
- NMC UK, Registered Nurse (Adult- General) - RN1, 20H0564O
- MAHARASHTRA NURSING COUNCIL, INDIA, Registered Nurse, II-24650
- Registered Midwife, XVI-21437
References
- Brittany Carthew, Acting NUM, University Hospital Geelong, bcarthew@barwonheath.org.au, 0403559582
- Nicky Marsh, Senior Nurse (Band 8a), Royal Gwent Hospital, Nicky.Marsh@wales.nhs.uk, 01633 238941
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE - General Medicine and Renal Unit
University Hospital Barwon Health
03.2023 - Current
DEPUTY WARD MANAGER (ANUM)
Royal Gwent Hospital
05.2022 - 01.2023
REGISTERED NURSE (BAND 5)
Royal Gwent Hospital
03.2020 - 04.2022
REGISTERED NURSE
Christanand Hospital
08.2017 - 08.2019
Postgraduate Certificate in Health (Advanced Nursing) - Nursing
Federation University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Krishna Institute of Medical Sciences, Deemed University
Higher Secondary -
State Board, Government HSS
S.S.L.C. -
State Board, Bethany St.Mary's G H S
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