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JYOTHILAKSHMI MANIKANDAN

Robertson,QLD

Summary

A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Having successfully completed placements in both aged care and hospital settings, I've acquired invaluable skills and qualities that are pivotal for an AN role. Proficient in administering treatments, and medications, and seamlessly collaborating within multidisciplinary teams, my commitment to patient well-being is unwavering. Additionally, I have experience working in aged care as an AIN for 6 months, which has further enhanced my ability to provide compassionate care, manage diverse patient needs, and effectively communicate with both patients and their families. Adaptable under pressure and driven by empathy, I am excited to contribute my expertise in a collaborative, excellence-driven environment.

Work History

Assistant in Nursing

Regis Aged care facility
Sandgate, QLD
02.2024 - Current
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Took temperature readings orally or rectally as instructed by the RN or MD.
  • Observed patients for any changes in their physical or mental condition.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients on a regular schedule to prevent bedsores.
  • Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, condition, progress, or problems for review by medical staff.
  • Served meals to patients in their rooms and assisted with feeding when needed.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.

Student Registered Nurse (Placement)

RBWH
Herston, QLD
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Completed 80 hours of placement at the RBWH hospital.
  • Participated actively in interdisciplinary meetings focusing on individualized plan of care for each patient.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physician orders and nursing assessments.
  • Collaborated with healthcare team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times.
  • Monitored patient progress by collecting data from medical records, lab results and other sources.
  • Provided direct patient care, including wound dressings, catheterization, medication administration and vital signs monitoring.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of treatments by observing responses, recording symptoms, vital signs.

St Vincent's Aged Care / Aged Experience care service
Carseldine
  • Completed 120 hours of placement in the aged care facility
  • Developed strong interpersonal skills for effective interaction with elderly residents, addressing their emotional and physical needs with empathy
  • Delivered respectful, compassionate care to each patient and family member
  • Faced and resolved various challenges in a dynamic healthcare setting, developing quick thinking and adaptability
  • Acquired specialized skills in caring for residents with dementia, including effective communication and behavioural management
  • Developed an understanding of the regulations and standards governing aged care facilities, ensuring compliance with healthcare guidelines
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviours, and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.

Education

12th Grade -

Govt. Tribal Higher Secondary School-India

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nursing

Queensland University of Technology (QUT)

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Care Plan Management
  • Infection Control
  • Vital sign assessment
  • Patient Assessments
  • Empathy
  • Patient support

References

  • Beverly Hardy, Placement facilitator, RBWH Hospital, Herston, QLD

      Email: Beverly.Hardy@health.qld.gov.au

      Mobile: +61431052102

  • Ericka Francisco, Registered Nurse, Regis Aged care, Sandgate, QLD

      Email:ericka.francisco@hotmail.com

      Mobile:0433440053

  • Sapana Rumba, Registered Nurse, Regis Aged care, Sandgate, QLD

      Email: vardiya1989@gmail.com

      Mobile:0433901989

Timeline

Student Registered Nurse (Placement)

RBWH
05.2024 - 06.2024

Assistant in Nursing

Regis Aged care facility
02.2024 - Current

St Vincent's Aged Care / Aged Experience care service

12th Grade -

Govt. Tribal Higher Secondary School-India

Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nursing

Queensland University of Technology (QUT)

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