Deena Mathew
Townsville
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced 10+ years in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Dedicated staff nurse with clinical practicum experience and passion for delivering quality healthcare. Skilled at establishing care plans and educating patients and families. Offering caring bedside manner, patient-centric focus and expertise in discharge management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Ozcare Villa Vincent Aged Care Facility
10.2024 - 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.
Enhanced Nurse (Stroke Unit)
University Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2024
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses, social workers, and other healthcare professionals on the care plan for stroke patients
- Created a system for tracking outcomes of stroke patients in order to identify areas for improvement
- Provided instruction on symptom management and prevention techniques to stroke survivors and their families
- Monitored current treatments for strokes, including medications, physical therapy, speech therapy, occupational therapy
- Educated staff members on the signs and symptoms of strokes so they can be identified quickly in an emergency
- Managed communication between hospitals regarding transfer of care when necessary
Senior Staff Nurse (Medical, Surgical, Gynae)
ADK Hospital
11.2015 - 02.2018
- Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, developed individualized care plans, and maintained accurate medical records
- Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulations
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to ensure quality of care for patients
- Coordinated discharge planning activities with physicians, social workers, and other health professionals
Infection Control Nurse
Rockland Hospital
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Reviewed and updated infection control policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current standards
- Developed and implemented comprehensive infection prevention plans for medical staff, patients, and visitors
- Monitored hospital-wide surveillance systems to identify potential outbreaks of infectious disease
- Conducted regular training sessions for healthcare personnel on proper infection control techniques
Staff Nurse, Surgery Ward
Sharda University Hospital
09.2011 - 09.2012
- Scheduled pre-operative appointments with patients, obtained consent forms and collected necessary insurance information
- Coordinated with hospital personnel to ensure proper preparation of OR rooms prior to surgery
- Organized patient charts for surgical procedures and ensured accuracy of all documents
Staff Nurse (Cardiac, Medical, Surgical)
Kailash Hospital
04.2008 - 08.2010
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures
- Instructed patients and family members on cardiac medications, nutrition, lifestyle modifications, and activity levels
- Administered prescribed medications including thrombolytics, antiarrhythmics, vasopressors, anticoagulants, according to established protocols
Education
General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
Acharyas NR School Of Nursing
Bangalore09.2007
PLUS-TWO -
St.Mary's HSS
Kidangoor, India03.2003
SSLC -
St.Mary's
Kidangoor, India03.2001
Skills
- Care Plan Implementation
- Patient Education
- Unit Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Family Education
- Specimen Collection
- Medication and IV Administration
- Tracheostomy Care
- Infusion Pump
- Spirometer
- Pulse Oxymeter
- Syringe Pump
- Cardiac Monitor
- Air Mattress
- Defibrillator
- BiPAP
- Cpap
- Nebulizers
- IV Canulation
- Suction Apparatus
- Injections: IM, IV, SC
- Glucometer
- Blood Transfusion
- Foleys Catheterisation
- Wound dressings
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Hand hygiene and Infection Control
- Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)
- Manual Handling
- Peripheral IV Canulation
- Health and Safety in Healthcare Settings
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/05/86
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Catholic
Registration
Registered nurse, NMW0002759339, Registered nurse, 337440, Registered nurse (GENERAL), 158052, TMP 3405
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Ozcare Villa Vincent Aged Care Facility
10.2024 - Current
Enhanced Nurse (Stroke Unit)
University Hospital
07.2018 - 08.2024
Senior Staff Nurse (Medical, Surgical, Gynae)
ADK Hospital
11.2015 - 02.2018
Infection Control Nurse
Rockland Hospital
09.2013 - 08.2014
Staff Nurse, Surgery Ward
Sharda University Hospital
09.2011 - 09.2012
Staff Nurse (Cardiac, Medical, Surgical)
Kailash Hospital
04.2008 - 08.2010
General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
Acharyas NR School Of Nursing
PLUS-TWO -
St.Mary's HSS
SSLC -
St.Mary's
- Basic Life Support
- Hand hygiene and Infection Control
- Stroke Training and Awareness Resources (STARs)
- Manual Handling
- Peripheral IV Canulation
- Health and Safety in Healthcare Settings
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