Neethu Alex Kavalam
Greenvale
Summary
Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in clinical assessment and patient care planning. Successfully implemented care strategies, enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction. Demonstrated expertise in advanced clinical practices and patient education.
Healthcare professional prepared for this role with robust background in clinical nursing and patient care. Proven ability to implement effective care plans and improve patient outcomes. Focuses on team collaboration and achieving results, with skills in clinical assessment and patient education.
Considerate expert with passion for providing excellent patient care. Skilled in collaborating with healthcare teams to identify and implement patient-centered strategies to improve care quality and outcomes. Dedicated to promoting patient education and advocating for evidence-based practice.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Broadmeadows Hospital
09.2017 - Current
- Gained experience in providing nursing care to elderly patients who are acutely unwell in a hospital setting by providing nursing care including personal hygiene, medication management, wound management, PICC line management, including administration of medication via PICC Line, drawing of bloods via PICC line, and attending to PICC line dressings. Also gained experience in the administration of IV medicines, managing patients with peritoneal dialysis, venepunctures, performing catheterisations and NGT insertions, and in identifying and accelerating care needs of clinically deteriorating patients. I also work as a nurse in charge of night shifts in this ward and thereby gained confidence in managing the acute care needs of 30 patients in the ward. Also gained excellence in delivering the best care outcomes for the patients, both under my care and my colleagues, by being a part of the team and helping each other.
- Achievements:
- Mentored nursing staff on evidence-based practices, fostering professional growth and improving service delivery.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Led interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient care protocols, enhancing clinical outcomes.
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to streamline communication, reducing response times for critical care interventions.
RN 2nd in Charge
Moran Aged Care
10.2023 - 07.2025
- Gained experience and confidence in managing all the care needs of elderly residents by attending to the care promptly and by escalating the needs of acutely unwell residents by organising GP reviews or by transferring to the hospital when needed. Also improved my knowledge and confidence in wound care and management of PEG FEEDS. Also gained more expertise in attending to the comfort needs of palliative care residents and providing psychological support to the family members at the time of the death of their dear ones. I also work as a Grade 5 nurse, doing in charge shifts in this facility at times, thereby fulfilling the role of an After Hours manager effectively by managing the needs of all residents at the facility and by managing the staff.
- Achievements:
- Administered medications and managed intravenous therapies, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient progress, identifying changes for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, promoting adherence to treatment protocols.
Registered Nurse Division 1, Grade 4A-5A
Craig Care, Plumpton Villa
04.2012 - 01.2023
- Gained more knowledge in working with aged residents by being responsible for 30 -35 residents in a unit, providing leadership role to the other staff working with me, and also working as an Afterhours Co-ordinator (RN In charge Grade 5) in this facility with 126beds.Through this role, I achieved more confidence in rostering and dealing with complex situations, including pain management, falls management, transferring unwell residents to the hospital, and dealing with families who can be difficult at times. Also gained more knowledge in dealing with emergencies and in procedures like Peg feeds, IDC insertions, both male and female, and SPC changes, and the management of catheter care, Wound care, medication management, suctioning, palliative care, etc. Also gained experience in completing the assessments and care plans promptly.
- Achievements:
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for diverse patient populations.
- Mentored junior nurses and nursing students, enhancing clinical skills and promoting best practices in patient care.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and streamline workflow efficiency within the unit.
Registered Nurse Division 1
Western Private Hospital
09.2014 - 10.2015
- Gained experience in the surgical ward and CCU of Western Private Hospital, looking after patients with different health conditions and post-operative care of patients who have undergone various surgical procedures. I also had the opportunity to work as a Grade 5 RN, being responsible for the surgical ward and cardiac care unit. During my work at the hospital, I gained expertise in dealing with emergency and complex situations and in communicating effectively with my co-workers and higher authorities when in need.
- Achievements:
Registered Nurse Division 1
The Alfred Health
10.2012 - 10.2013
- Gained experience in different specialty areas by working in different wards through the nurse bank and was able to gain more knowledge in different medical, surgical, cardiac, respiratory, and oncology cases, thereby gaining more confidence in dealing with complex nursing situations.
- Achievements:
Registered Nurse Division 1
Chris Barnard Health Recruitment
01.2012 - 09.2012
- Gained proficiency in aged care nursing as a Grade 5 RN and thereby achieved confidence as a team leader. Also gained knowledge in handling complex situations such as sending residents to hospitals in emergencies, contacting locum in case of minor emergencies, maintaining good relationships with the resident’s family by properly updating the residents health status, completing incident reports, reporting to higher authority as appropriate, guiding other staff members as needed, completing ACFI documentations etc.
- Achievements:
Registered Nurse Division 1
Mediserve Nursing Agency
04.2010 - 06.2012
- Gained proficiency and confidence in providing nursing care in various public and private hospitals that ranges from basic nursing care to advanced monitoring like meeting hygienic needs of patients, administering medications, wound management, infection control measures, suctioning, blood sugar level monitoring, vital signs and respiratory assessments, oxygen administration, nasogastric feeding, Peg feeding, pain assessment, care of indwelling catheters, managing patients fluid balance regime, palliative care management and discharge planning.
- Achievements:
Registered Nurse [Intensive Care Unit]
Alva's Health Centre
12.2007 - 08.2009
- Worked in the Intensive Care Unit and medical ward as a part of a multidisciplinary team providing safe and competent patient care utilizing my unique qualities, skills, and personality. Types of cases handled during this period included myocardial infarction, unstable angina, hypertensive heart disease and atrial fibrillation, pneumonia, bronchial asthma, COPD, respiratory failure, cardiac arrest, etc.
- Achievements:
Education
Initial Registration Course - Overseas Nurses
E.T.E.A. Heidelberg
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alva’s College of Nursing
Moodbidri, MangaloreSkills
- Patient care coordination
- Leadership and management
- Patient assessments
- Medical histories
- Patient education strategies
- IV therapy proficiency
PERSONAL DETAILS
English
Malayalam
Hindi
Disclaimer
I, Neethu Alex Kavalam, hereby declare that the above particulars are correct and true within my knowledge. Sincerely Neethu Alex Kavalam
CONTINUING EDUCATION
- Basic Life Support
- Occupational health and safety
- Fire and safety
- Infection control measures
- Wound management and Palliative care
Nursing Registration
- Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council Registration Number -NMW0001093283
- Karnataka Nursing Council Registration Number-10384
- Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council Registration Number-748
Timeline
RN 2nd in Charge
Moran Aged Care
10.2023 - 07.2025
Clinical Nurse Specialist
Broadmeadows Hospital
09.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse Division 1
Western Private Hospital
09.2014 - 10.2015
Registered Nurse Division 1
The Alfred Health
10.2012 - 10.2013
Registered Nurse Division 1, Grade 4A-5A
Craig Care, Plumpton Villa
04.2012 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse Division 1
Chris Barnard Health Recruitment
01.2012 - 09.2012
Registered Nurse Division 1
Mediserve Nursing Agency
04.2010 - 06.2012
Registered Nurse [Intensive Care Unit]
Alva's Health Centre
12.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Alva’s College of Nursing
Initial Registration Course - Overseas Nurses
E.T.E.A. Heidelberg
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