RASIN AUGUSTINE
Regents Park
Summary
Experienced and licensed Registered Nurse with 24 years of clinical experience. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care and possessing a mastery of clinical skills. Approach the care of general medical and surgical patients with a holistic perspective. Particularly skilled in managing acute and chronic respiratory medical conditions, orthopedic/general rehabilitation, geriatric care, cardiology, and cardiothoracic cases. Proficient in conducting comprehensive medical assessments, developing effective treatment plans, implementing care strategies, evaluating patient progress, and administering medications. Collaborative professional who prioritizes patient safety and fosters therapeutic nurse-patient relationships. Consistently surpass rigorous expectations and committed to providing the highest level of care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Logan Hospital
2016.06 - Current
- 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,identify health care associated risks like Pressure injuries, falls, Cognitive impairments, 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple co-morbidities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Clinical Facilitator
Queensland Health
2024.04 - 2024.08
- Encourage and monitor staff unit based competencies and proficiencies are up to date.
- Update data's on a regular basis to monitor the staff compliance to Clinical and corporate mandatories
- Participated in planning projects aimed at advancing the understanding of best practices in clinical facilitation and their impact on patient outcomes.
- Mentored new healthcare professionals, fostering an environment of continuous learning and professional growth.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices in patient care and assisting with challenging cases.
- Actively participated in hospital-wide committees focused on enhancing the overall quality of care provided to patients.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that resulted in measurable improvements in key performance indicators related to patient safety and satisfaction.
- Provided ongoing feedback to nursing staff, recognizing exemplary performance and addressing areas requiring improvement in a constructive manner.
- Maintained accurate documentation of clinical activities, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and providing essential data for quality improvement initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the clinical setting, leading to a reduction in medical errors and improved patient satisfaction scores.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of current clinical practices, identifying areas for improvement and implementing changes as needed.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions for nursing staff, increasing their confidence in performing complex procedures and improving overall quality of care.
- Developed educational materials for both patients and families, empowering them to participate actively in their own care management.
- Assisted with recruitment efforts by interviewing prospective candidates and evaluating their potential fit within the organization''s culture and values.
- Provided excellent customer service to patients and medical staff.
- Trained new staff on filing, phone etiquette and other office duties.
- Conducted in-services for staff skills and knowledge updating.
Registered Nurse
Greenslopes private hospital
2009.04 - 2016.06
- To work in Queensland health
Registered Nurse
Mar field nursing home
2007.01 - 2009.03
- To migrate to Australia
Registered Nurse
Maple house Nursing Home
2005.04 - 2007.01
- For better job opportunity.
Registered Nurse
Narayana Hrudayalaya institute of cardiac sciences
2001.10 - 2004.10
- To work in England
Registered Nurse
Mary queen’s mission hospital
2000.04 - 2001.05
- For better job opportunity and clinical skills
Education
Integrated course in General Nursing and midwifery-3yrs -
Mary Queen's School of Nursing And Midwifery.
Kerala, India01.2000
Pre-degree course -
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India
01.1996
Secondary school leaving Certificate -
Secondary school leaving Certificate
01.1994
Skills
- Patient Assessments, planning, Implementation, & evaluation.
- Patient centric approach, Training and Professional development,
- excellent time management, knowledge of legislative requirements.
- knowledge of quality/continuous improvement process,
- Competent for Administration of medications through different routes and documentation
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counselings
- Clinical judgment
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Patient Monitoring
- Digital documentation, and all functionalities of ieMR,
- Blood and blood product transfusion
- Phlebotomy+Peripheral Canula insertion and care.
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Patient Education
- Delegation and Motivation.
- Categorizing clinical pathways and patient risk assessment. Legal documentation,
- Admissions and discharge planning liaise with multi-disciplinary teams,
- Team leading, Supervise and assess junior and new staff, student nurses,
- Pre- and Post-operative care for the patients.
- Orthopaedic /general rehabilitation nursing,
- Patient centric approach,
- Training and Professional development, excellent time management, knowledge of legislative requirements,
- knowledge of quality/continuous improvement process,
- Administer controlled drugs and assuming full responsibility for possession of keys,
- Pain management – PCA, epidural, syringe drive infusions,
- Administering Total Parenteral Nutrition,
- Insertion of I.V cannula and care, PICC line care, dressing, removal, blood collection.
- Care of patients with I V infusions, infusion equipment,
- Insertion and care of male/female urinary catheters,
- wound care, Care and removal of sutures, drains, staples,
- blood and blood product transfusion.
- Oxygen therapy, care of Respiratory patient with Non-invasive ventilator,
- High flow,
- Fluid Balance, and care of patients with heart failure and Fluid over load.
- Diabetic and its management.
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition, prognosis, and treatment program within the limit of scope of practices.
Areas of nursing expertise
- Direct patient care
- Digital documentation
- Functionalities of ieMR
- Categorizing clinical pathways and patient risk assessment
- Legal documentation
- Admissions and discharge planning liaise with multi-disciplinary teams
- Team leading
- Supervise and assess junior and new staff, student nurses
- Pre- and Post-operative care for the patients
- Orthopaedic /general rehabilitation nursing
- Patient education
- Patient centric approach
- Training and Professional development
- Excellent time management
- Knowledge of legislative requirements
- Knowledge of quality/continuous improvement process
- Competent for Administration of medications through different routes
- Administer controlled drugs and assuming full responsibility for possession of keys
- Pain management – PCA, epidural, syringe drive infusions
- Administering Total Parenteral Nutrition
- Insertion of I.V cannula and care
- PICC line care, dressing, removal, blood collection
- Care of patients with I V infusions, infusion equipment
- Insertion and care of male/female urinary catheters
- Wound care
- Care and removal of sutures, drains, staples, blood and blood product transfusion
- Oxygen therapy, care of Respiratory patient with Non-invasive ventilator, High flow, and Fluid Balance
- Care of patients with Diabetic and its management etc.
- Provide information and support to patients and family members regarding condition, prognosis, and treatment program within the limit of scope of practices
Current clinical qualifications
- Clinical ieMR Digital Proficient
- NIV competent and Clinical trainer
- PIVC and Phlebotomy competent and assessor
- Clinical Facilitator
- Student Nurse preceptor
Aphra registration details
REGISTRED NURSE (div1 GENERAL), NMW0001478319
References
- Clare Smith,Num, 7C Medical Acute Respiratory Ward, Logan Hospital, 32998893, clare.smith2@health.qld.gov.au
- Emma- Kate, Nurse Educator, 7C Medical Acute Respiratory Ward, Logan Hospital, 32995435
- Blessy Jose, Clinical Nurse, 7C Medical Acute Respiratory Ward, Logan Hospital, 32998903, blessy.jose@health.qld.gov.au
Timeline
Clinical Facilitator
Queensland Health
2024.04 - 2024.08
Registered Nurse
Logan Hospital
2016.06 - Current
Registered Nurse
Greenslopes private hospital
2009.04 - 2016.06
Registered Nurse
Mar field nursing home
2007.01 - 2009.03
Registered Nurse
Maple house Nursing Home
2005.04 - 2007.01
Registered Nurse
Narayana Hrudayalaya institute of cardiac sciences
2001.10 - 2004.10
Registered Nurse
Mary queen’s mission hospital
2000.04 - 2001.05
Integrated course in General Nursing and midwifery-3yrs -
Mary Queen's School of Nursing And Midwifery.
Pre-degree course -
Mahatma Gandhi University, Kerala, India
Secondary school leaving Certificate -
Secondary school leaving Certificate
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