Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 8 years of direct patient care experience. Adept at doctor communication and patient education with extensive knowledge of treatments and planning long-term for patients. Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barwon Health University Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
Provide direct care to pre and post operative
Critically ill patients in order to stabilize their condition. Assisted physicians with ICU based procedures (LP,
intubation, Extubation ,Arterial line and Central line
insertion).
Monitor the patient's condition, administer
medication, and also helped to educate patients
and their families who are dealing with a potential
life-threatening and record symptoms and changes in patient's condition and escalated properly.
Maintain continue personal development through regular
training, and competence.
Perform wound assessment and management
Management of patients on various mechanical
support such as ventilator, defibrillator , infusion
pumps ,etc.
· Iv Cannulation and blood sampling.
Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
· Urinary catheterization and bladder scan
· Emergency Blood and blood component transfusion
· Arterial blood sampling
· PEG tube management and feeding
· Responsible medicine administration following 6 rights
including Controlled Drugs.
Registered Nurse
Cambridge University Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2023
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
DHANWANTARI NURSING COLLEGE
BANGALORE, INDIA
04.2001 -
Skills
Respiratory maintenance
Hemodynamics monitoring
Neurological monitoring
Endotracheal intubation
ECG
Clinical judgment
Quality Improvement
Patient Monitoring
Blood Transfusion Administration
Honest and Dependable
Task and Work Prioritization
Specimen Collection
Pain Management
Additional Information
AHPRA reg number:-NMW0002631191
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Barwon Health University Hospital
04.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Cambridge University Hospital
07.2018 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
APOLLO HOSPITAL
03.2013 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
DHANWANTARI NURSING COLLEGE
04.2001 -
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