ATHIRA SAJU
Pakenham
Summary
Healthcare professional with proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care and support to medical teams. Committed to maintaining high standards and achieving results, while adapting to changing needs and collaborating effectively with colleagues. Known for strong organizational skills and reliable performance in demanding environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Assistant
Murrumbidgee Local Health District
06.2018 - 01.2023
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Supported patient mobility by transferring them from bed to chair or other locations using proper lifting techniques, reducing the risk of injury for both patients and staff members alike during such activities.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork skills when working alongside fellow nurse assistants, nurses, physicians and other healthcare professionals striving towards common goals centered around providing high-quality care tailored specifically towards meeting individual patient needs as they arise throughout course treatment process.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records, contributing to efficient communication among healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Sri Ramachandra Medical College
01.2014 - 10.2015
- 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.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Education
INITIAL REGISTRATION FOR OVERSEAS NURSES
NURSE ASSIST INTERNATIONAL
Melbourne, VIC10-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SRI RAMACHANDRA UNIVERSITY
PORUR, CHENNAI, INDIA04-2013
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient care
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Infection control
- Wound care
- Basic life support
- Direct patient care
- Recording vital signs
- Responding to emergencies
- Maintaining privacy
- Regulatory compliance
- ADL support
- Patient assessments
- Healthcare ethics
- Staff assistance
- Medical records management
- Verbal and written communication
Timeline
Nurse Assistant
Murrumbidgee Local Health District
06.2018 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Sri Ramachandra Medical College
01.2014 - 10.2015
INITIAL REGISTRATION FOR OVERSEAS NURSES
NURSE ASSIST INTERNATIONAL
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SRI RAMACHANDRA UNIVERSITY
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