Kiran Patel
Brisbane,Australia
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at The Wesley Hospital, specializing in geriatric and renal nursing. Expertise in complex wound care and fluid balance management is complemented by strong problem-solving abilities. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective multidisciplinary collaboration and education, ensuring high-quality care for diverse populations. Compassionate and skilled in fostering trusting relationships and efficiently coordinating with healthcare professionals to advance patient care in outpatient environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – Medical / Acute Ward
The Wesley Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
10.2025 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to geriatric patients with complex medical histories.
- Educated patients and families on effective health management and recovery strategies.
- Managed care for patients awaiting residential aged-care placement due to functional decline.
- Administered specialized care for patients with dementia, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, and palliative needs.
- Conducted thorough nursing assessments and developed collaborative care plans with multidisciplinary teams.
Registered Nurse – Dialysis Unit (Renal Nursing)
The Wesley Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
01.2025 - 10.2025
- Delivered ongoing care for patients with chronic renal disease undergoing haemodialysis.
- Demonstrated proficiency in AVF and AVG cannulation as well as Permacath and CVAD access.
- Managed fluid balance while monitoring haemodynamic stability to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients on treatment options, dietary restrictions, and long-term condition management.
Registered Nurse – Colorectal and Hepatobiliary Surgery
The Wesley Hospital
Brisbane, QLD
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided comprehensive pre-operative and post-operative nursing care to surgical patients, including elderly and medically complex individuals.
- Managed surgical drains, stomas, wound care, and removal of sutures and drains.
- Monitored fluid balance and escalated clinical deterioration as necessary.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop effective patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families regarding care protocols and recovery processes.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
Assistant in Nursing / Disability Support Worker
Agency and Residential Aged Care
01.2021 - 01.2024
- Provided personal and clinical care to residents in high-care and dementia-specific units.
- Supported activities of daily living, including mobility, hygiene, feeding, and continence care.
- Assisted with behavioral management and palliative support while ensuring accurate documentation.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD05-2024
Master of Public Health & MBA - Health Administration
Torrens University Australia
Adelaide, SA11-2020
Certificate IV - Health
SMP Aged Care Training Centre
South Australia11-2018
Skills
- Acute and medical nursing
- Geriatric nursing
- Cognitive impairment care
- Patient deterioration recognition
- Patient deterioration escalation
- Medication administration
- Fluid balance management
- Complex wound care
- Drain management
- IDC management
- NG tube management
- Multidisciplinary communication
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control practices
- Problem solving
- Time management
- IV management
LANGUAGES
Hindi: Full Professional
Gujarati: Full Professional
Punjabi: Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse – Medical / Acute Ward
The Wesley Hospital
10.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse – Dialysis Unit (Renal Nursing)
The Wesley Hospital
01.2025 - 10.2025
Registered Nurse – Colorectal and Hepatobiliary Surgery
The Wesley Hospital
05.2024 - 01.2025
Assistant in Nursing / Disability Support Worker
Agency and Residential Aged Care
01.2021 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Queensland University of Technology
Master of Public Health & MBA - Health Administration
Torrens University Australia
Certificate IV - Health
SMP Aged Care Training Centre