Anitha Paul
Healesville,VIC
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Estia Health Aged Care
Healesville, VIC
02.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans and clinical guidelines.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance resident care and safety.
- Mentored junior nursing staff on best practices and patient care protocols.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to develop individualized care strategies for residents.
- Facilitated family communication regarding patient progress and care decisions effectively.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Registered Nurse
Kettering General Hospital
Kettering, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom
03.2020 - 12.2024
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Staff Nurse
Columbia Asia Referral Hospital
Yeshwanthpur, Bangalore, India
06.2015 - 03.2017
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, enhancing recovery outcomes through effective communication.
- Conducted regular training sessions on infection control protocols to uphold high standards of safety and hygiene.
- Administered blood products safely following established transfusion protocols while closely monitoring patients for any adverse reactions or complications.
- Recognized and reported changes in patients'' conditions promptly, initiating appropriate interventions or escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Provided wound care management for a diverse range of surgical incisions, pressure ulcers, burns, or other wounds requiring skilled interventions.
- Utilized electronic health record systems efficiently for maintaining accurate documentation of nursing assessments, interventions, evaluations, and patient education efforts.
- Reduced risk of complications by closely monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatments as necessary.
Education
BSc - Nursing
St. Philomena’s College Of Nursing
01.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments and physical assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Infection control measures
- Clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Intravenous therapy
- Taking vitals
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- Insulin medication assistance
Affiliations
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
- NMC PIN: 20K05340
- AHPRA Registration
- Registered Nurse Division 1
- Registration Number: NMW0002688873
EQUIPMENTS HANDLED:
- Pulse oxymeter, Electronic B P monitor
- Manual B P apparatus, Glucometer, Return, Sara steady, Hoist
- Nebulizer, Centralized oxygen and suction apparatus
- ECG Machine, Thermometer, Steam Inhaler
- Syringe pump, Infusion pump, CVP Line, Alpha Bed
- Cardiac monitor, O2 Cylinder, Incentive Spirometer, DVT Pump
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Estia Health Aged Care
02.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kettering General Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2024
Staff Nurse
Columbia Asia Referral Hospital
06.2015 - 03.2017
BSc - Nursing
St. Philomena’s College Of Nursing