Rejeni Kannattu Rajeswari
Rochedale South,Australia
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
RN (full Time)
Queen Elizabeth II Jubile Hospital
2016.09 - Current
- Participating in clinical handover, Comprehensive care to patients focusing on relieving symptoms and improving quality of life, Supporting patients and families emotionally and ensuring effective communication about treatment options, Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary team and participating in MDT meetings, Medication administration, including continuous subcutaneous infusions and scheduled drugs, Assess, plan, prioritise, implement and evaluate patient care in consultation with other health care professionals, Monitoring patient’s condition and intervene should the need arise, Advocating for the health and wellbeing of patients, Holistic Care for the patients which includes hygiene care, toileting, nutrition and helping with mobility if required, Catheterisation and management of patients with IDC and SPC, Management of minor to complex wounds, Electronic Documentation of clinical events and medication administration, Holistic care of palliative patients, Providing end of life care in a sincere and authentic manner, Facilitating the admission and discharge of patients
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
RN
The Prince Charles Hospital
2016.07 - 2016.09
- Participating in clinical handover, Managing Pre and Post Orthopaedic patients, Holistic care of patients, Medication Administration including parenteral administration, Blood transfusions, Managing patients with heparin and insulin infusions, Surgical wound management
Acting CN
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Mission Hospital
2016.01 - 2016.06
- Team leading, Participating and conducting clinical handover process, Coordinating a team and assigning tasks with respect to each members strengths and weaknesses, Supervising of staff and providing support when needed to achieve the best outcome for the patient, Administration of scheduled drugs, Participating with patient admission and discharges, Working directly under the support and guidance of the ward NUM, Updating clinical details on HBCIS and on the patient handover sheet (PFM)
RN
Regis Aged Care
2012.02 - 2015.04
- Asses, plan, prioritise, implement and evaluate patient care in consultation with other health care professionals, Wound management, Take charge of ward on shift duties, organising, supervising and guiding newly appointed staff and health assistants, Review clinical charts for action including, diabetic management, bowel management and pain management, Assist clients to meet nutritional and hygienic needs, Supervised medication competent AINs and EENs with medication administration, Orders, checks, administer and maintain safe custody of narcotic drugs and other medication, Administer oral, IM and S/C drugs as ordered by the doctors, Total care of bed bound patients to prevent pressure injuries, Monitor Glasgow coma score and vital signs, Stoma care, Implementing palliative care to the clients when required, Administration, monitoring and documentation of morphine pump, Indwelling urinary catheterisation and supra public catheterisation, Assisting with clients ADLs Helping the clients with transfer and mobility, using hoist, walk belt, pat slide and slide sheet
RN
St Catherine’s Nursing Home
2007.08 - 2011.11
- Provide safe and effective care according to the policy and procedure of the institution, Assisting in activities of daily living, Safe administration and documentation of medications including control drugs, Wound management including vacuum dressing, Diabetic management, bowel management and pain management, Indwelling urinary catheterisation and supra public catheterisation, Liaising with other health care professionals and carry out recommendations, Holistic care to the clients
RN
St John’s Hospital
2007.06 - 2007.08
- Asses, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in consultation with other health care professionals, Pre-operative preparation of clients for surgery, Managing and documentation of clients with PEG feed, Managing clients with chest drainage tube, Removal of clips and sutures, Administration of oral, IV, IM and S/C medications and documentations, Safe and effective management of wounds, Catheterisation under sterile practice
RN
Beachwood House Nursing Home
2006.03 - 2007.05
- Provide safe and effective care according to the policy and procedure of the institution, Assisting in activities of daily living, Safe administration and documentation of medications including control drugs, Wound care management including vacuum dressing, Diabetic management, bowel management and pain management, Indwelling urinary catheterisation and supra pubic catheterisation, Liaising with other health care professionals and carry out recommendations, Holistic care to the clients
Clinical Supervisor
K.V.M. Hospital
1997.01 - 2006.06
- Asses, plan, implement and evaluate patient care in consultation with other health care professionals, Teaching and supervision of nursing students, Assigning duties for student nurses and supervision of subordinate staff, Nasogastric tube, insertion and care, Removal of clips and sutures, Administration of oral, IV, IM and S/C medications and documentations, Safe and effective management of wounds, Catheterisation under sterile practice, Documentation of patient care, Monitoring of vital signs and Glasgow coma score, IV cannulation
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cheran College of Nursing
Tamil Nadu, India01.1992
Skills
- Clinical Judgment
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Conflict Resolution
- Medication Administration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Pain Management
- Electronic Health Records
- Precepting
- Wound Care
- Hospice and Palliative Care
Current Employer
09/01/2016, present, RN full time, briefly worked as acting CN, Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Mission Hospital, Cooper plains, QLD, 4108
Previous Employers
- 07/2016, 09/2016, Registered Nurse (Full Time), The Prince Charles Hospital, 627 Rode Rd, Chermside, QLD, 4032
- 02/2012, 04/2015, Clinical Manager (Full Time), Regis Aged Care, 39 Lanita Road, Ferny grove, QLD, 4055
- 04/2015, 01/2016, Clinical Manager (Full Time), Regis Aged Care, 39 Lanita Road, Ferny grove, QLD, 4055
- 08/15/2007, 12/11/2011, Registered Nurse (Full Time), St Catherine’s Nursing Home, New Castle West, Co. Limerick, Ireland
- 06/25/2007, 08/14/2007, Registered Nurse (Temporary post covering maternity leave), St John’s Hospital, Co. Limerick, Ireland
- 03/17/2006, 05/27/2007, Registered Nurse (Full time), Beachwood House Nursing Home, New Castle West, Co. Limerick, Ireland
- 01/01/1997, 02/06/2006, Clinical Supervisor Medical and Maternity Unit (Full Time), K.V.M. Hospital, Cherthala, Kerala, India
Registration History
- AHPRA, Queensland State, Australia, Registered Nurse (Division 1), NMW0001083748, 07/08/2008, 05/31/2024
- An bord Altranais, Blackrock, Co. Dublin, Ireland, Registered Nurse, 110193, 12/16/2005, Not active
- Tamil Nadu Nurses and Midwives Council, Tamil Nadu, India, Registered Nurse and Midwife, 39977 (Nurse) and 46816-Midwife, 02/17/1998, Life Member
- The Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council Trivandrum, Kerala State, India, Registered Nurse and Midwife, 32385 (Nurse) and 33174-Midwife, 12/12/2001, Life Member
Professional Qualifications Obtained
- Bachelor of Nursing (B.Sc.), Cheran College of Nursing, Tamil Nadu, India, 10/01/1992, 12/01/1996
- Pre-degree course, Sreenarayana College, Cherthala, India, 06/10/1990, 06/18/1992
Personal Information
- Gender: Female
- Visa Status: Citizen of Australia
References
- Christine duncan, NUM – Advanced Care Planning, Metro South Health, Christine.Duncan3@health.qld.gov.au
- Renee Wilson, Clinical Nurse Consultant, Metro South Palliative Care Services, Renee.Wilson@health.qld.gov.au
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that all information presented in this Curriculum Vitae is true and correct.
Timeline
RN (full Time)
Queen Elizabeth II Jubile Hospital
2016.09 - Current
RN
The Prince Charles Hospital
2016.07 - 2016.09
Acting CN
Queen Elizabeth II Jubilee Mission Hospital
2016.01 - 2016.06
RN
Regis Aged Care
2012.02 - 2015.04
RN
St Catherine’s Nursing Home
2007.08 - 2011.11
RN
St John’s Hospital
2007.06 - 2007.08
RN
Beachwood House Nursing Home
2006.03 - 2007.05
Clinical Supervisor
K.V.M. Hospital
1997.01 - 2006.06
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cheran College of Nursing
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