JISHA THELLIANKAL JAMES
Spring Mountain,Australia
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with a strong focus on aged care, delivering compassionate, person-centred support to elderly individuals, including those with dementia and complex medical needs. Skilled in managing chronic conditions, preserving dignity in care, and fostering trusted relationships with residents and their families.
Brings extensive aged care experience from Australia, the UK, Ireland, and Italy, along with hospital exposure in Italy and India. Also experienced in correctional health, ensuring safe, ethical, and culturally sensitive care in secure settings. Proficient in clinical assessment, risk management, and emergency response, with a commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement.
Career Objective: To contribute advanced aged care and nursing expertise in a compassionate, high-quality healthcare environment dedicated to delivering exceptional patient outcomes.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
RN
Queensland Health
08.2025 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
RN
Forest Lake Lodge Aged Care
05.2025 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
RN
Aurrum aged care
11.2024 - 03.2025
- Executed thorough evaluations to prevent health complications.
- Maintained high-quality care standards in collaboration with the charge nurse.
- Continued personal growth through consistent participation in training programs.
RN
Numada Health Care Ltd (Aged care )
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Consistently praised for upholding safety, respect, and dignity of residents.
- Offered palliative assistance enhancing patient well-being.
- Ensured successful shift changes through comprehensive communication of vital patient details.
RN
Bridhaven Nursing Home
11.2020 - 07.2022
- Delivered in-home care support by creating policies.
- Applied targeted methods to improve the well-being of patients with dementia and Alzheimer's.
- Accurately recorded all aspects of nursing care.
RN
Prison of Monza, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
11.2011 - 08.2020
- Performed health evaluations and addressed chronic and sudden medical issues.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create a patient-focused, supportive care environment.
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for inmates.
RN- Surgical Ward
Villa Igea Hospital, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
02.2010 - 10.2011
- Performed comprehensive pre-operative evaluations to gather medical history details.
- Delivered emotional support to alleviate patient anxiety.
- Recorded vital signs to monitor patient health.
RN
Retirement home, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
06.2009 - 01.2010
- Managed and assisted care staff, guaranteeing efficient communication.
- Facilitated communication among residents, families, and healthcare providers.
- Provided comprehensive, individualized nursing care for elderly residents.
- Performed in-depth prevention assessments, maintaining patient health and safety.
- Demonstrated compassionate communication skills, empathetically delivering difficult news to patients and families.
RN - Medical ward
Sacra Familia Hospital Novafeltria, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
04.2008 - 06.2009
- Monitored vital signs and managed IV therapy.
- Compiled comprehensive nursing assessments and care plans.
- Facilitated coordination between medical practitioners, allied health teams, and support personnel to enhance patient services.
RN - Surgical ICU
Fortis Hospital Noida
11.2006 - 05.2007
- Swiftly respond to clinical deterioration in high-pressure situations.
- Coordinated care through effective communication with the surgical team, ICU staff, and allied health professionals.
- Monitored post-surgery patients requiring intensive intervention.
RN - Neuro Ward
Vimhans Hospital New Delhi
09.2002 - 11.2004
- Performed comprehensive neurological evaluations to monitor motor function.
- Administer and monitor neuro-specific medications such as anticonvulsants and thrombolytics.
- Aid patients during initial phases of neurological rehab, fostering recovery and self-reliance.
RN - Surgical ward and ICU
Sacred Heart Hospital Pullur
05.2001 - 04.2002
- Coordinated efforts with healthcare specialists to maintain uninterrupted patient care.
- Monitored surgical patients to identify complications.
- Performed emergency medical interventions, including CPR, to preserve patients’ lives.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nursing and Midwifery
Sacred Heart Mission Hospital
Kerala2001
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Palliative Nursing
IHM Australia
Skills
- Clinical leadership
- Hospice nursing
- Patient-centred approach
- Medication Administration
- Advanced record keeping
- Elderly supportive care
- Palliative care experience
- Mobility assistance techniques
- Alzheimer's disease knowledge
- Nutritional planning
- Infection control protocols
- Care plan development
- Record-keeping expertise
- End-of-life care understanding
- Dementia care expertise
- CPR certified
- Patient advocacy
- Dementia care
- Incident reporting
- Staff management
- Residential home management
- Safeguarding procedures
- Risk assessment and management
- Comfort care
- Palliative care
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Italian
Advanced
C1
Malayalam
Proficient
C2
Custom
- APHRA, NMW0002736754, 2025-05-31
- Nursing And Midwifery Council, UK, 22K0492O, 2025-11-30
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REFERENCES:
1. 1. Tincy Benoj, RN incharge, Bridhaven aged care Ireland
tincy23r@gmail.com
Timeline
RN
Queensland Health
08.2025 - Current
RN
Forest Lake Lodge Aged Care
05.2025 - Current
RN
Aurrum aged care
11.2024 - 03.2025
RN
Numada Health Care Ltd (Aged care )
11.2022 - 10.2024
RN
Bridhaven Nursing Home
11.2020 - 07.2022
RN
Prison of Monza, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
11.2011 - 08.2020
RN- Surgical Ward
Villa Igea Hospital, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
02.2010 - 10.2011
RN
Retirement home, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
06.2009 - 01.2010
RN - Medical ward
Sacra Familia Hospital Novafeltria, Cooperativa Sociale Nuova Sair
04.2008 - 06.2009
RN - Surgical ICU
Fortis Hospital Noida
11.2006 - 05.2007
RN - Neuro Ward
Vimhans Hospital New Delhi
09.2002 - 11.2004
RN - Surgical ward and ICU
Sacred Heart Hospital Pullur
05.2001 - 04.2002
Graduate Certificate in Advanced Nursing - Palliative Nursing
IHM Australia
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nursing and Midwifery
Sacred Heart Mission Hospital