Kavita Pantha
Leppington,Australia
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated healthcare leader with extensive experience in clinical management, public health, and aged care services. Skilled in leading multidisciplinary teams, strategic planning, and implementing culturally sensitive healthcare programs. Proven expertise in infection prevention, quality improvement, and education, with a strong focus on patient advocacy and compliance with international healthcare standards. Seeking a leadership role to leverage expertise in healthcare systems and public health initiatives, contributing to global health outcomes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aged Care Team Supervisor
SydWest Multicultural Services
01.2024 - Current
- Provide clinical oversight to ensure care meets quality and safety standards
- Mentor healthcare teams to foster a culture of collaboration and continuous learning
- Align clinical operations with organizational goals, leveraging data for strategic planning
- Led quality improvement initiatives, achieving a 20% improvement in care metrics
- Advocate for patient needs through empathetic communication and community engagement
- Participated in successful full aged care audit
- Improved team performance by implementing training sessions and providing ongoing mentorship.
- Developed strategies for workload distribution to balance team efforts and maintain productivity.
- Planned team meetings to address concerns, share updates, and align on project goals.
- Supported organizational goals with continuous improvement initiatives and innovative problem-solving.
- Managed performance reviews for employees, analyzing individual employee achievements and overall trends in workforce execution metrics.
- Led clinical projects successfully
- Managed staff hiring, training and supervision.
- Attended healthcare forums, organized and facilitated health care events for organizations
- Successfully submitted abstracts and presented clinical topics in health conferences representing organization
Clinical Leader
Better Care Delivered (BCD) Community Services
11.2021 - 01.2024
- Directed clinical services, mentoring teams of up to 80+ staff and improving care delivery
- Participated in full accreditation
- Led compliance efforts, ensuring adherence to healthcare regulations and standards
- Conducted research and developed evidence-based clinical guidelines.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by implementing feedback-driven care models
- Led infection control training programs
- Managed person-centered care planning, audits, and performance evaluations across multiple facilities
- Assisted in supervision, orientation, training, mentoring, coaching and direction of clinical staff.
Registered Nurse, Casual Pool
South Western Local Health District (Liverpool)
12.2021 - 11.2022
- Provided patient care and monitored vital signs to ensure safety and comfort during treatment.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering prescribed medications and monitoring for side effects.
- Assessed patient needs to develop individualized care plans.
- Delivered high-quality care with effective communication and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams.
- Maintained infection control standards to promote a safe clinical environment.
- Coordinated care for patients experiencing complex medical conditions.
- Educated patients on preventive healthcare to promote long-term wellness.
- Administered wound care and managed pain relief to support healing and recovery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
ACFI Coordinator
Catholic Healthcare Holy Spirit Aged Care
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Ensured each resident had the right level of funding for their care and support needs
- Reviewed and monitored care processes and assessments to ensure it accurately support funding claims
- Updated ACFI related documentation and training material in line with legislative changes
- Liaised with key stakeholders about ACFI submissions and funding opportunities
Assistant Facility Manager & Registered Nurse
Hardi Aged Care
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Reviewed Hazards and Adverse Event details + post analysis (check that post analysis is accurately completed)
- Reviewed current ACFIs, checked for any voluntary submissions and worked towards submitting any due ACFI
- Reviewed assessments and care plans for new residents if any and allocated to the RNs
- Clinical Control via reports by Checking Analysis reports / clinical monitoring for example checking three 'B's (Bowel, Bladder & Behaviors) to determine if the ACFI code has been entered at the time of report.
- Attended for remedial action if not complete - address this issue with individual staff member and organized group training session to refresh their competency with selection of ACFI
- Conducted directly or indirectly regular self-audit of the system e.g. Committee, rules, agendas, meetings & CQI
- Liaised with FMT, Quality & Education and head office for any education/training/orientation for new staffs
- Interviewed any new staffs required, attended reference checks and liaised with HR
- Organized and attended Family Case Conferences with family
- Ensured Medication audits/competencies, mandatory education sessions are attended by all staffs in a regular basis
- Attended performance management/ appraisal if required
Registered Nurse
Calvary Health Care Kogarah
10.2018 - 06.2020
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the rehabilitation unit, reducing incidents significantly over time.
- Advocated for patients'' needs, collaborating with healthcare providers to ensure the highest quality of care possible during their rehabilitation journey.
- Enhanced patient recovery by developing and implementing personalized rehabilitation plans.
- Served as a mentor to new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge of rehabilitation nursing practices while fostering a supportive team environment.
- Monitored patients'' vital signs consistently, identifying potential complications early and taking prompt action to address concerns.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Registered Nurse
South East Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 07.2018
- Delivered patient care in medical wards and ICU, collaborating on multidisciplinary treatment plans
- Trained patients in wound management, improving post-discharge recovery rates
- Monitored patient conditions and executed critical care interventions effectively
- Responded efficiently to medical emergencies within the hospital setting, providing life-saving interventions as needed.
- Assisted physicians with invasive procedures such as PICC line insertions while maintaining strict sterile technique.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to promptly identify changes in patient condition.
- Optimized patient outcomes by providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care to diverse populations.
- Promoted patient safety by vigilantly monitoring for and addressing potential complications early.
- Enhanced infection control measures, significantly decreasing incidence of hospital-acquired infections
Education
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment -
Forsythes Training
Newcastle, NSW08-2024
Master of Public Health & Health Management and Leadership -
University of New South Wales
Kensington, NSW12-2023
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Western Sydney University
Parramatta, NSW01.2016
Diploma of Interpreting - English to Nepali
Sydney Institute of Interpreting and Translating
Haymarket, NSW01.2016
Diploma - Nursing
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)
TAFE SWSI12-2014
Learn To Lead - Leadership
University of New South Wales
Sydney, NSW06-2024
Skills
- Leadership & Strategic Planning: Driving organizational growth through innovative healthcare solutions
- Public Health Expertise: Designing and implementing community-focused health initiatives
- Remote Team Management: Managing cross-functional teams effectively in virtual environments
- Infection Prevention & Control: Spearheading protocols to mitigate health risks in community and aged care settings
- Clinical Oversight: Ensuring the highest standards of patient care and safety
- Cultural Sensitivity: Developing health strategies tailored to multicultural and CALD communities
- Training & Development: Delivering impactful training sessions to enhance team competencies
- Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraging analytics to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiency
- Regulatory Compliance: Expertise in aligning services with international healthcare regulations
- Project coordination
Certification
- Infection Control Training: Compliance with Australian and International Standards.
- Advanced Leadership Training: Conflict Resolution and Emotional Intelligence.
- Mentorship Programs: Supporting new graduate nurses in clinical assessments.
- Advanced Care Planning: Specialized in CALD community engagement.
Languages
English: Fluent
Nepali: Fluent
Accomplishments
- Successfully led culturally sensitive healthcare programs, benefiting over 1,000 CALD individuals.
- Supervised team of 100+ staff members.
- Conducted training sessions that improved staff competency ratings by 30%.
- Developed quality improvement initiatives
- Organised and facilitated "Celebration of Life" event, fostering emotional well-being in communities.
- Hosted Advance Care Planning event for all health care professionals in Western Sydney
Timeline
Aged Care Team Supervisor
SydWest Multicultural Services
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Casual Pool
South Western Local Health District (Liverpool)
12.2021 - 11.2022
Clinical Leader
Better Care Delivered (BCD) Community Services
11.2021 - 01.2024
ACFI Coordinator
Catholic Healthcare Holy Spirit Aged Care
01.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Calvary Health Care Kogarah
10.2018 - 06.2020
Assistant Facility Manager & Registered Nurse
Hardi Aged Care
08.2018 - 07.2021
Registered Nurse
South East Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 07.2018
Bachelor of Nursing - undefined
Western Sydney University
Diploma of Interpreting - English to Nepali
Sydney Institute of Interpreting and Translating
Certificate IV in Training & Assessment -
Forsythes Training
Master of Public Health & Health Management and Leadership -
University of New South Wales
Diploma - Nursing
Diploma of Nursing (Enrolled Nurse)
Learn To Lead - Leadership
University of New South Wales
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