Robin Varghese
Gosford
Summary
Dynamic and results-driven healthcare leader with extensive expertise in clinical operations, patient care optimization, and staff mentorship. Adept at fostering professional growth, enhancing efficiency, and elevating care standards within patient transport services. Demonstrated proficiency in critical thinking, acute care management, and strategic decision-making to improve patient outcomes. Proven leadership in high-pressure environments, prioritizing patient needs while cultivating a collaborative and high-performing healthcare team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager (Relief)
Sommersby Patient Transport Service (PTS)
08.2023 - Current
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and development through comprehensive training programs.
- Streamlined workflow for increased efficiency by optimizing scheduling and delegating tasks to the appropriate staff members.
- Directed day-to-day nursing and operational functions for [Number]-bed nursing rehabilitative facility, ensuring exceptional delivery of care when developing well-rounded nursing teams.
- Maximized nursing staff potential by providing ongoing coaching and support, leading to higher levels of competence and confidence in delivering quality care.
- Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
- Managed budgets and resources, consistently meeting financial goals while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated care plans, ensuring seamless delivery of services to patients.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CCLHD – Gosford Hospital (J6 ICU)
02.2020 - Current
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
- Mentored new nursing staff, facilitating smooth integration into the ICU unit and promoting a supportive workplace culture.
Registered Nurse
Bay of Plenty District Health Board, New Zealand
04.2014 - 12.2019
- 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, 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.
CCU Registered Nurse
Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India
09.2008 - 10.2013
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices in the CCU.
- Mentored new nurses in the CCU, sharing expertise and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Provided expert wound care management contributing to faster healing rates among postoperative patients.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently following protocols and maintaining clear communication with the healthcare team.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and optimize clinical workflows in the CCU setting.
- Managed ventilator settings, titrating medications, monitoring vital signs closely to ensure appropriate respiratory support for critically ill patients.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Tasmania06-2025
• Post Graduate Diploma Critical Care - Nursing
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Tasmania07-2023
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care- Nursing - Nursing
Australian College of Nursing
Sydney, NSW07-2021
Leadership And Preceptorship Course - Nursing
Toi Ohomai
Tauranga, New Zealand05-2019
Competency Assessment Programme - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Learning,
Hawkes Bay, New Zealand09-2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Vijayanagar College of Nursing
Banglore, India03-2007
Skills
- Keen learner with definite career goals and focus
- Proficient in leadership roles and mentoring
- Excellent communication skills, able to relate well to clients and colleagues from a variety of cultural backgrounds
- Confident in prioritizing cares and maintaining efficient time management skills
- Ability to participate and contribute within a multi-disciplinary team environment
STRENGTH AND SKILLS
- Proactive in critical care
- Ability to prioritize tasks of importance and problem solve under pressure
- Excellent administration skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Effective skills to manage patients in acute care
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager (Relief)
Sommersby Patient Transport Service (PTS)
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
CCLHD – Gosford Hospital (J6 ICU)
02.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bay of Plenty District Health Board, New Zealand
04.2014 - 12.2019
CCU Registered Nurse
Max Super Speciality Hospital, New Delhi, India
09.2008 - 10.2013
Master of Science - Nursing
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
• Post Graduate Diploma Critical Care - Nursing
University of Tasmania (UTAS)
Graduate Certificate in Critical Care- Nursing - Nursing
Australian College of Nursing
Leadership And Preceptorship Course - Nursing
Toi Ohomai
Competency Assessment Programme - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Learning,
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Vijayanagar College of Nursing
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