Ramandeep Kaur
Mount Isa
Summary
Experienced Diabetes Educator and Registered Nurse in diabetes management, acute care, rehabilitation, and outpatient infusion services. Dedicated to empowering individuals in self-managing their diabetes and improving health outcomes through education and evidence-based care. Strong advocate for holistic chronic disease management and effective collaboration within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Diabetes Educator/ Clinical Nurse-Diabetes
North West Hospital and Health Services
07.2023 - Current
- Performing thorough client assessment and providing expert diabetes education and clinical support to the clients.
- Deliver culturally competent education and support tailored to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients.
- Facilitate the setup and education for continuous glucose monitoring (CGM).
- Initiating and facilitating insulin pump therapy, regular follow-up and adjusting insulin settings under the supervision of an Endocrinologist.
- Conduct home visits and telehealth consultations in remote communities.
- Provide group education sessions in partnership with Aboriginal Health Workers.
- Delivering education on inpatient diabetes management to nursing staff.
- Developed and implemented personalised diabetes management plans for diverse client populations.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to optimise treatment strategies and improve patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients' understanding of diabetes concepts, tailoring education materials to meet individual needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to provide coordinated care for diabetic patients, reducing hospital readmissions.
- Promoted positive behaviour change among patients by guiding nutrition, exercise, medication adherence, blood glucose monitoring techniques, and stress management strategies.
- Stayed current on emerging research related to diabetes treatment and education, integrating new findings into practice as appropriate.
- Addressed cultural barriers by tailoring educational materials and approaches to diverse populations, ensuring inclusivity and accessibility.
Registered Nurse
Mater Infusion Clinic-Mater Hospital
10.2020 - 06.2023
- Expert in PIVC insertion, phlebotomy and accessing Port-A-Cath.
- IV infusions- Monoclonal Antibodies infusions- Rituximab, Alemtuzumab, Infliximab, IV Immunoglobulins.
Registered Nurse
Mater Young Adult Health Centre Brisbane (MYACHB)
06.2015 - 09.2020
- Delivered high-level nursing care across various acute and subacute settings.
- The management of patients with Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus (T1DM) includes addressing diabetes-related emergencies, such as Diabetic Ketoacidosis and severe hypoglycemia.
- BGL stabilisation and carbohydrate counting.
- Post-operative care for complex gastrointestinal surgeries, such as total or hemicolectomy, and Orthopedic surgeries.
- Management of patients with Cystic fibrosis.
- Stoma care and management of CVADs (PICC lines, Port-A-Cath).
- Skilled in tracheostomy care, NG tube insertion and enteral feeding.
Acting Clinical Nurse
The Queensland Life Span Metabolic Medicine Services -QCH
06.2017 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Neurosurgery ward and Intensive Care Unit
12.2010 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, INDIA
Education
Graduate Certificate - Diabetes Education and Management
University of Technology Sydney
01-2025
RN Bridging Program - undefined
Institute Of Health and Nursing Australia
Perth, WA02.2015
Bachelor Of Nursing - undefined
National Institute of Nursing Education, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
01.2010
Skills
- Comprehensive care approach
- Strong time management abilities
- Collaborative team member
- Proficient in maintaining composure under stress
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Certification
- AHPRA: RN Registration No: NMW0001963708
- Australian Diabetes Educators Association: CDE number-ADEA-CDE00029113
Timeline
Diabetes Educator/ Clinical Nurse-Diabetes
North West Hospital and Health Services
07.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Mater Infusion Clinic-Mater Hospital
10.2020 - 06.2023
Acting Clinical Nurse
The Queensland Life Span Metabolic Medicine Services -QCH
06.2017 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Mater Young Adult Health Centre Brisbane (MYACHB)
06.2015 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Neurosurgery ward and Intensive Care Unit
12.2010 - 01.2014
RN Bridging Program - undefined
Institute Of Health and Nursing Australia
Bachelor Of Nursing - undefined
National Institute of Nursing Education, Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education and Research
Graduate Certificate - Diabetes Education and Management
University of Technology Sydney
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