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Gerene Paul Shajan

Craigieburn,VIC

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Patient-oriented Nurse with 14 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Geriatric, Dementia, Aged Care, Acute, Renal, Dialysis, sub-acute and palliative. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Northern Health
11.2021 - Current
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting.

Care Manager

Uniting Agewell
07.2020 - 09.2021
  • Educated clients and families on community resources, treatment options and health care services to better manage conditions.
  • Participated in team meetings and trainings to stay updated on best practices and new developments in care management.
  • Responded to emergency situations and provided support to promote client safety and wellbeing.
  • Established and maintained relationships with clients, families and community partners to coordinate services to meet client's needs.
  • Communicated with healthcare providers to facilitate continuity of care.
  • Evaluated clients progress and adjusted service plans to address areas of concern.
  • Maintained detailed records in compliance with agency standards and regulations.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assessed clients and developed plans to meet needs.
  • Coordinated referrals to specialists, hospitalizations, ER visits, ancillary testing, and other enabling services for patients.
  • Developed and implemented training programs for care staff to enhance skills and knowledge.
  • Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
  • Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.

Registered Nurse Clinical Care Manager

Aurrum Healesville
04.2019 - 06.2020
  • Assessments care of aged people and residents with dementia
  • Psychotropic Register- Maintaining Psychotropic register as per New standards
  • Moving on Audits – Quality analysis and clinical standards
  • Education Co Ordinator -conducting Tool Box talks to Team Members and organising education
  • Person Centred Care , Advance planning and Care Consultation as per new standards
  • Strong ACFI and clinical leadership experience
  • Monthly Report which includes trends and infection control, incidents review, accreditation process and clinical governance
  • Management of healthcare staff and experience in working with Ecase system
  • Extensive liaises with medical staff, allied health staff and patient families
  • Documentation and assessment and implanting care plan for patients
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Registered Nurse Clinical Care Manager

Doncaster melaleuca Lodge Aged Care
06.2017 - 04.2019
  • Assessments care of aged people and residents with dementia
  • Strong ACFI and clinical leadership experience
  • Monthly Report which includes trends and infection control, incidents review, accreditation process and clinical governance
  • Management of healthcare staff and experience in working with MANAD system
  • Extensive liaises with medical staff, allied health staff and patient families
  • Documentation and assessment and implanting care plan for patients

Registered Nurse Team Leader

Willowbrae Aged Care
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Registered Nurse Clinical Care co Ordinator

Park Lane Croydon Aged Care
07.2016 - 06.2017
  • Administered and maintained anesthesia and confirmed proper sedation and pain management.
  • Developed anesthesia care plan based on past medical history, current status and surgical requirements.
  • Delivered targeted pharmacological assistance, mechanical ventilation support and other interventions during routine and complex surgeries.
  • Managed emergency situations by initiating or participating in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.

Trevi Court Aged Care
08.2014 - 07.2016
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Medina Manor Aged care
06.2014 - 08.2014
  • Assessments care of aged people and patients with dementia
  • Management of healthcare staff and experience in working with Trax management system
  • Extensive liaises with medical staff, allied health staff and patient families
  • Documentation and assessment and implanting care plan for patients
  • Completed dementia care essentials management course with Alzheimer’s Australia
  • Basic life support completed

Registered Nurse

Boort District Health
11.2011 - 06.2014
  • This hospital has been providing expert and excellent nursing care to the local community for over 100 years
  • They are licensed with the VIC Health Department and are recognized by an approved Accreditation body
  • Acute and sub-acute care including medicine administration, wound care and emergency management
  • ACAS assessments, care of aged people and patients with dementia
  • Experience in working with MANAD software and other computer skills
  • Undertakes pathology requirements for associated patient load
  • Extensively liaises with medical staff, allied health staff and patient families
  • Documentation of care provided
  • Notable Achievements
  • Familiar with TRIAGE system
  • Improvement in leadership skills
  • Good knowledge on critical care.

Registered Nurse

Aktrapid Nursing Agency
08.2011 - 11.2011
  • The agency caters for the provision of qualified nursing staff to major Victorian Hospitals; Experience includes a rotation at the Sunshine Hospital, Footscray Hospital and Northern Hospital
  • Each facility caters for a broad patient demographic and a wide variety of conditions, including an emergency unit
  • Conducts primary assessment on patient load
  • Administers all necessary medication and completes associated charts and paperwork
  • Interprets client information, charts and technical data and able to brief staff including relievers
  • Experienced in the assessment and nursing of a high volume of patients
  • Notable Achievements
  • Worked with the elderly and developed personal care skills and client service planning techniques
  • Attended to many serious cases successfully through emergency admissions
  • Gained more confidence and expertise in working with a broad spectrum of patient conditions

President

Clinical, Private Hospital Kirrawe
01.2011 - 03.2011
  • This private hospital has been providing expert and excellent nursing care to the local community for over 35 years
  • They are licensed with the NSW Health Department and are recognized by an approved Accreditation body
  • Completed initial practical development and understanding of hospital operations and protocols at this facility; provided care to patients in various wards
  • Worked within a team environment in order to harness an understanding of holistic patient care
  • Notable Achievements
  • Completed the graduate program after the first exposure to a clinical setting
  • Established proficiency in the execution of nursing duties
  • Developed best practice techniques for nursing duties

Registered Nurse

Nedumchallil Trust Hospital
06.2009 - 12.2009
  • This busy hospital provides care for patients from emergency through to specialty wards.
  • Worked predominantly with children that possess various cognitive and physical disabilities.
  • Provided direct care support to clients in accordance with client's individual support plans.
  • Assisted team leaders on group outings with clients, maintaining patient personal hygiene, dietary requirements and ensuring overall client safety.
  • Provided one on one support and companionship to patients.
  • Notable Achievements
  • Gained experience working in structured hospital environment after graduating.
  • Developed heightened sense of awareness into various degrees and types of illness.
  • Established operational efficiency in execution of nursing duties.

Education

Post Graduate Diploma in Renal Nursing - Renal Nursing

Australian Catholic University
Melbourne, VIC
06.2024

Bachelor of Science -

University of Ballarat
Ballarat, VIC
2011

Certificate III in Aged Care -

Australasian Lawrence Aged Care College
Melbourne, VIC
2010

Bachelor of Nursing -

Annapoorna College of Nursing
Salem, India
2008

Skills

  • Special Skills
  • Dialysis, Peritoneal and Haemo Diaylisis
  • Ability to comfort patients and establish rapport whilst conducting assessments
  • Advance care Planning, Palliative Care
  • Clinical Governance, Assessment and care planning, Incident Report Reviewing, Monthly Data Audit and Analysis, Care consultations, Dementia specific and Person Centred Care, Infection Control
  • Strong ACFI and clinical leadership experience
  • Conscientious and diligent in the execution of aseptic technique within the hospital environment
  • Advanced organisational skills for coping with high patient loads Able to prioritise tasks and juggle conflicting priorities within hospital guidelines for best practice
  • Highly skilled and experienced in treating a broad patient demographic from infants and toddlers to the elderly and chronically ill
  • Microsoft Windows
  • IV Drug Therapy Management
  • Mental Health Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • ECase ,Autumn Care , Lee Care etc
  • EMR Systems
  • Disability Care
  • Hospice and Palliative Care
  • Acute and Rehabilitative Care
  • Patient Education
  • Patient Counselling
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Critical Thinking
  • Diabetes and Nutrition Education
  • Administering Immunizations
  • Patient Care
  • Urology
  • Wound Care
  • Diagnostic Test Evaluations
  • Judgment and Decision-Making
  • Active Listening
  • Disease Specialization
  • Unit Oversight
  • Nursing Performance Assessment

Additional Information

  • Experienced in all aspects of patient care DrivenPatient focussedGrade 1 Organised Flexible Thorough Profile Experienced nursing professional with exposure to various aspects of patient care and skilled in engaging with patients whilst comforting and liaising with families. Able to cope with a busy Aged Care/ hospital environment of high patient demand. Possesses the ability to generate and interpret patient data and charts to ensure that best practice in documentation is maintained. Innovative, efficient and reliable with the ability to integrate quickly into the workload of any hospital ward and aged care. A true team player and leader who thrives on working with fellow hospital, aged care and allied health professionals in order to deliver the best in patient care. Expertise Offered Admission and Discharge Good rapport with others Patient Controlled Anaesthesia Aseptic technique Collaborates Endotracheal Suctioning Catheter and IV Initiative Tracheotomy and Suctioning Core Competencies & Attributes Patient Care Tenaciously pursues and commits to the highest levels of patient care Multi-Skilled Quick integration into any ward due to a wide breadth of experience Relationships Communicates well with patients, their families, medical and allied health staff Time & Task Management Ability to prioritise work tasks and consistently meet patient load demand Work Ethic Reliable, hardworking and thrives in high demand environments Integrity Gains trust and respect through personal behaviour, standards and ethics Emergency Patient Management Calmly executes patient assessments whilst providing comfort and care to patients and family Patient Administration An efficient operator able to analyse and interpret patient data whilst ensuring best practice in client record keeping Qualifications & Professional Development

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Northern Health
11.2021 - Current

Care Manager

Uniting Agewell
07.2020 - 09.2021

Registered Nurse Clinical Care Manager

Aurrum Healesville
04.2019 - 06.2020

Registered Nurse Clinical Care Manager

Doncaster melaleuca Lodge Aged Care
06.2017 - 04.2019

Registered Nurse Team Leader

Willowbrae Aged Care
07.2016 - 06.2017

Registered Nurse Clinical Care co Ordinator

Park Lane Croydon Aged Care
07.2016 - 06.2017

Trevi Court Aged Care
08.2014 - 07.2016

Medina Manor Aged care
06.2014 - 08.2014

Registered Nurse

Boort District Health
11.2011 - 06.2014

Registered Nurse

Aktrapid Nursing Agency
08.2011 - 11.2011

President

Clinical, Private Hospital Kirrawe
01.2011 - 03.2011

Registered Nurse

Nedumchallil Trust Hospital
06.2009 - 12.2009

Post Graduate Diploma in Renal Nursing - Renal Nursing

Australian Catholic University

Bachelor of Science -

University of Ballarat

Certificate III in Aged Care -

Australasian Lawrence Aged Care College

Bachelor of Nursing -

Annapoorna College of Nursing
Gerene Paul Shajan