Good organizational skills with a hardworking mentality and caring approach. Background includes successfully managing documentation and daily living support needs for the elderly clients. Expertise in typical standards of care, as well as crisis intervention and special assistance. Professionally performs needs assessments and psychosocial evaluations to determine appropriate plans, set goals and ultimately improve individual quality of life.
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Jossy Thomas
Brockman,WA
Summary
Overview
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Western Australia Country Health Service Brockman , Western Australia
Clinical Nurse Aged Care
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Educated residents and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Collaborated with physicians and staff in other disciplines.
- Utilized strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
- Recorded resident's medical history, vital statistics and test results in medical records.
- Administered medications and treatments to residents per doctors' orders or CRNP orders.
- Carried out comprehensive care focused on patient needs and meeting care goals.
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and evaluate resident care plans.
- Observed and reported symptoms, reactions and progress of each resident.
- Assessed healthcare needs of patients by conducting health evaluations.
- Analyzed, collected and recorded rresident health data.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare exam rooms for patients and prep for minor surgeries.
- Initiated discharge planning based on admission assessments.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based care plans.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Coordinated timely refills for patients' prescriptions by obtaining authorizations and transmitting paperwork.
- Conducted physical examinations to make tentative diagnoses and treat patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of care by comparing patient response with observable outcomes.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored vital signs to determine appropriate care plans.
- Administered medications, treatments, and therapies in accordance with physician orders.
- Performed physical assessments, wound care, Subcutaneous therapy(Syringe drivers), and other nursing interventions as needed.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each resident.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, and concerns.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety, infection control, documentation.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident progress and issues.
- Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of resident.
- Counseled patients on health maintenance and disease prevention strategies.
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Reported changes in patient status promptly to supervisor or attending physician.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
- Educated staff on new clinical protocols or procedures as needed.
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
- Facilitated discharge planning by collaborating with social workers or case managers.
- Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life saving measures as necessary.
- Used iClinical manager to update electronic medical records with relevant patient information, laboratory test results and clinician orders.
Whangarei Park Village Whangarei , New Zealand
Senior Registered Nurse
07.2017 - 08.2022
Job overview
- Performed physical assessments and documented patient histories.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients in a variety of clinical settings.
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on assessment findings.
- Assisted physicians with medical procedures and treatments.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored patients' response to treatment.
- Coordinated discharge planning process and provided post-discharge follow up instructions to patients and families.
- Actively participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to ensure continuity of care across all services involved in patient's care plan.
- Monitored vital signs, administered oxygen, wound dressings, IV fluids and other treatments as needed.
- Identified problems or changes in health status through assessment of laboratory values, diagnostic tests results., then implemented appropriate interventions accordingly.
- Counseled patients and families about their condition, medical treatments, lifestyle modification techniques.
- Maintained accurate records regarding patient's progress notes, treatments administered, medications given.
- Implemented infection control policies according to standards set by regulatory bodies.
- Provided emotional support to families during difficult times such as end-of-life situations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations within assigned area.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
Switzer Residential careKaitaia, New Zealand
Registered Nurse
10.2011 - 06.2017
Job overview
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
Father Muller medical college hospital Mangalore, India
Registered Nurse(Orthopaedic Ward)
02.2009 - 05.2011
Job overview
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
Education
University of Auckland Auckland
Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Nursing from Aged Care
12.2020
University Overview
M. S Ramaiah Institute Nursing Education Bangalore, India
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
01.2009
University Overview
Skills
- Customer Service
- Training & Development
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking
- First Aid/CPR
- Team Building
- Problem Resolution
- Flexible Schedule
- Planning & Organizing
- PPE Use
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Relationship Building
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Supervision & Leadership
- Team Management
- People Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Microsoft Office
- Clinical care
- Healthcare policies
- Direct Patient Care
- Coordinating care
- Interdisciplinary care
- Clinical understanding
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Tamil
Professional
Malayalam
Professional
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Timeline
Clinical Nurse Aged Care
Western Australia Country Health Service
09.2022 - Current
Senior Registered Nurse
Whangarei Park Village
07.2017 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Switzer Residential care
10.2011 - 06.2017
Registered Nurse(Orthopaedic Ward)
Father Muller medical college hospital
02.2009 - 05.2011
University of Auckland
Post Graduate Diploma in Advanced Nursing from Aged Care
M. S Ramaiah Institute Nursing Education
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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