JAREENA JOY CHAKKALA
REGISTERED NURSE
103, Middle Road, Hillcrest
Summary
Resourceful Registered Nurse possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills. Monitors vitals, provides pre- and post-operative care to number of patients in med-surg care. Self-motivated individual with expertise in medical and Surgical/Mental health management.
Experienced with patient care, clinical assessment, and wound management. Utilizes effective communication to ensure seamless care coordination. Track record of maintaining high standards in dynamic medical-surgical health setting.
Experienced with patient assessment and care planning in mental health settings. Utilizes therapeutic communication and evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes. Track record of effective crisis intervention and developing strong patient relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Mater Health Services
01.2023 - Current
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Permanent Part-time RN
Pindara Private Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Served as a liaison between physicians and patients'' families to facilitate clear communication regarding treatment options and progress updates.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Streamlined documentation processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with regulatory standards.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Education
Masters of Health Service Management - Health Services Management
Griffith University
QLD 08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University
India 08.2011 - 03.2013
Skills
Ahpra Registration
Digital Proficient with iEMR Trained
Critical care
Emergency response
Telemetry monitoring
Medication and IV administration
Direct patient care
Chronic disease management
Diabetes management
Operation preparation
Blood transfusion
Dementia care
Mobility assistance
Seizure management
Infection control measures
Nursing staff leadership
Lab result interpretation
Intake and discharge
Patient education and counseling
Family education
Compassion and empathy
Maintaining privacy
Appointment scheduling
Documentation and charting
Chart updating
Problem-solving abilities
Time management abilities
Adaptability and flexibility
Critical thinking
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Mater Health Services
01.2023 - Current
Permanent Part-time RN
Pindara Private Hospital
12.2021 - 01.2023
Masters of Health Service Management - Health Services Management
Griffith University
08.2015 - 08.2016
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University
08.2011 - 03.2013
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