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Work History
Education
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ANJU DIVAKARAN

Woy Woy,NSW

Summary

Reliable and compassionate nursing professional with 10 years of experience in care of older person. Talented at conducting patient assessments, developing personalised care plans and implementing prescribed orders. Successful at delivering high-quality patient care to advance recovery goals and improve overall health.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Peninsula Villages
09.2023 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • 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.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.

Staff nurse

St.Itas Community Hospital
11.2017 - Current
  • Company Overview: HSE
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations and with meticulous attention to detail
  • Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care
  • HSE

Staff Nurse

Beechwood House Nursing home
02.2016 - 11.2017
  • Provided high-quality person-centred support and personalised care that consistently met individual needs
  • Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care
  • Supported numerous individuals in maximising physical, intellectual, emotional and social capabilities through individualised care plans
  • Worked professionally with caregiving teams and other multidisciplinary teams to maintain continuity of care
  • Optimised patient satisfaction through compassionate, considered care and communication
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on latest care practices by attending regular meetings and training opportunities
  • Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement and development
  • Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings
  • Assisted in all aspects of personal care, retaining comfort and dignity
  • Perform wound care and health assessments, enhancing care continuity between support teams
  • Improved patients' quality of living, engaging in fulfilling and meaningful activities to encourage community access
  • Ensured optimal hydration, monitoring and recording patients' fluid intake and output in fluid balance charts
  • Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress

Staff Nurse

First Care Nursing and Residential Home
12.2014 - 02.2016
  • Administered client medication with care and precision, prioritising health and comfort
  • Facilitated opportunities for service users to perform tasks independently, maintain dignity and demonstrate individuality
  • Collaborate with health care team members in planning care, maintaining safe environment for residents
  • Maintaining proper documentation
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training
  • Uphold patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws
  • Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures

Care Assistant

Bupa Nursing Home
03.2011 - 08.2014
  • Coordinated care based on the understanding of the pathology involved in dementia
  • High level of assessment skills and observation to establish personalised care
  • Managed behavioural changes as a result of resident's progression in condition
  • Facilitated regular reviews of clinical care and therapeutic interventions
  • Delivered psychological support and advice to family members

Intern Nurse

Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre
05.2009 - 05.2010
  • Obtained information about clients' medical history, drug history, complaints and allergies
  • Pre and post operative care of patients undergoing general surgeries
  • Care of patients with ventilators
  • Assisted for intubating and extubating
  • Assisted for insertion of arterial and central line
  • Assisted for tracheostomy
  • ECG recording and monitoring
  • Urinary catheter insertion
  • Health education to patient and family

Education

Master of Science - Advanced Nursing

Bedfordshire University
United Kingdom
05.2012

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

M.G University
Ernakulam, Kerala
05.2008

Skills

  • Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council
  • An Bord Altranais (NMBI)
  • Nursing Council of New Zealand
  • Nursing and Midwifery Board Ahpra

Nursingregistrations

  • Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council (India)
  • An Bord Altranais (NMBI)
  • Nursing Council of New Zealand
  • Nursing and Midwifery Board Ahpra

References

Available as per request

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Peninsula Villages
09.2023 - Current

Staff nurse

St.Itas Community Hospital
11.2017 - Current

Staff Nurse

Beechwood House Nursing home
02.2016 - 11.2017

Staff Nurse

First Care Nursing and Residential Home
12.2014 - 02.2016

Care Assistant

Bupa Nursing Home
03.2011 - 08.2014

Intern Nurse

Little Flower Hospital and Research Centre
05.2009 - 05.2010

Master of Science - Advanced Nursing

Bedfordshire University

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

M.G University

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