GOMATHI SUNDARAM
Wellington Point,Australia
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 20 years of diverse clinical experience in acute care, subacute medicine, orthopaedics, geriatrics, and aged care settings across Australia and New Zealand. A dedicated and compassionate leader with advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, manage complex discharge planning, optimise patient flow, and provide person-centred, culturally appropriate care. Strong advocate of continuous improvement, quality governance, and patient safety, with a focus on evidence-based practice and clinical innovation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse – Orthopaedic Ward
Robina Hospital
Robina, Australia
04.2022 - Current
- Company Overview: Gold Coast Health| Robina, QLD
- Provided advanced clinical leadership and coordinated care for complex orthopaedic and geriatric patients
- Led admission and discharge processes to optimise patient flow and meet bed management targets
- Collaborated with NUMs and AHNMs to ensure safe staffing and service delivery
- Provided mentorship to staff, encouraging learning and professional development
- Supported evidence-based care aligned with Metro South Health quality frameworks
- Active in safety committee and clinical improvement activities
- Maintained EMR documentation and clinical governance compliance
- Queensland Health | Robina, QLD
Clinical Nurse – Acute Care of the Elderly
Robina Hospital
Robina, Australia
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Company Overview: Gold Coast Health | Robina, QLD
- Delivered advanced clinical care to elderly patients with complex needs
- Managed deteriorating patients and behavioural challenges
- Assisted NUM with shift planning and resourcing based on BPF
- Gold Coast Health | Robina, QLD
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Superior Care Group
12.2017 - 01.2019
Clinical Support Nurse
Caughey Preston Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
Caughey Preston Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Bupa New Zealand
10.2010 - 03.2012
Lecturer
Shenbagha College of Nursing
, India
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Company Overview: Chennai, India
- Chennai, India
Registered Nurse
KHM Hospital
, India
02.2004 - 07.2006
- Company Overview: Chennai, India
- Chennai, India
Registered Nurse
Care Hospitals, Banjara Hills
, India
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Company Overview: Hyderabad, India
- Hyderabad, India
Education
Competency Assessment Programme -
Bupa New Zealand
Auckland07.2010
Master of Nursing -
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Chennai, TNBachelor of Nursing -
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Chennai, TNSkills
- Patient Flow Management: Expertise in coordinating admissions, discharges, and bed management
- After-Hours Patient Flow Management: Efficient handling of patient movement during off-peak hours
- Staff Management: Leadership in the absence of the Nurse Unit Manager, including shift coordination and complaint resolution
- Student Nurse Training: Supervision and education of undergraduate nursing students
- Graduate Nurse Training: Mentoring and onboarding of new graduate nurses
- Clinical Nurse Training: Development and support of Clinical Nurse colleagues
- Advanced Clinical Assessment: Comprehensive assessment and care planning for sub-acute patients
- iEMR Proficiency: Trained in Electronic Medical Records and healthcare IT systems
- Evidence-Based Practice: Application of contemporary clinical guidelines and research
- Quality Improvement: Experience in clinical governance and performance indicator achievement
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Effective liaison with healthcare teams across specialties
- Risk Management: Representative on site-wide Risk/Safety Committee
- Clinical Education: Mentoring and preceptorship capabilities
Attributes
- Advanced Clinical Leadership: Demonstrated ability to guide and mentor nursing teams
- Patient Flow Expertise: Strong understanding of discharge planning and interim care services
- Critical Thinking & Problem-Solving: Expert clinical judgment in complex patient scenarios
- Change Management: Adaptable leader in implementing quality improvement initiatives
- Professional Excellence: Commitment to contemporary evidence-based practice
- Communication & Negotiation: Advanced interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement
- Mentorship & Education: Proven ability to develop and support nursing staff
- Quality & Safety Focus: Dedicated to achieving best practice outcomes
- Collaborative Leadership: Team-building skills that promote positive practice environments
Continuing Education And Training
- 2025 Managing Patient Deterioration (Metcalls)
- 2025, Aggregation of Traction Braces and Splints
- 2025, PICC Management – IWFM Training
- 2025, Dementia Training
- 2011, Career Force NZQA level 4 dementia care competency
- Infection Control, Cultural Safety, iEMR, Ongoing
- Workshops: Leadership, Splints, Slings, Braces, Fire Safety, Abuse & Neglect, CADD Pump, BLS & AED
- Acute Surgical and Trauma Care Workshops
Registrations And Affiliations
- AHPRA Registration, 2011
- Nursing Council of New Zealand, 2010
- Nurses & Midwives Council, India, 2001
- Trained Nurses Association of India, 2001
References - Please contact references only after the interview.
- Elizabeth Smith, Nurse Unit Manager – Orthopaedic Ward, Robina Hospital, elizabeth.smith2@health.qld.gov.au
- Amanda Sadler, Clinical Nurse – Orthopaedic Ward, Robina Hospital, amanda.sadler@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Clinical Nurse – Orthopaedic Ward
Robina Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Clinical Nurse – Acute Care of the Elderly
Robina Hospital
01.2019 - 04.2022
Clinical Nurse Coordinator
Superior Care Group
12.2017 - 01.2019
Clinical Support Nurse
Caughey Preston Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse
Caughey Preston Hospital
04.2012 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse
Bupa New Zealand
10.2010 - 03.2012
Lecturer
Shenbagha College of Nursing
01.2008 - 01.2010
Registered Nurse
KHM Hospital
02.2004 - 07.2006
Registered Nurse
Care Hospitals, Banjara Hills
01.2002 - 01.2004
Competency Assessment Programme -
Bupa New Zealand
Master of Nursing -
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
Bachelor of Nursing -
The Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University
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