Roshny Poomangalam
Bracken Ridge,QLD
Summary
Possess over 16 years of experience in Renal, Surgical, Medical and Urology department. Undertaking a variety of roles whilst working effectively and supporting multidisciplinary colleagues and actively contributing to team goals. Act as a team leader in absence of line manager and promoting health education and staff development. I would like to gain further professional experience, share my nursing skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse
Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital
Chermside, Queensland
05.2014 - Current
- Company Overview: www.hsnph.org.au
- Work in a 30 bedded acute surgical unit specialising in Gastro intestinal and Colorectal surgeries
- Participate as team nurse with nurse patient ratio of 2:10 during morning and afternoon shifts and 8 to 10 patients at nightshift doing both 8 and 12 hour shifts
- Team leading during after hours, performing audits
- Main cases include colorectal, bariatric weight loss surgeries, liver resections, pancreatectomy, oesophagectomy, fundoplication
- Attending in-services organised by hospital and communicating to team members
- Assist and support new staff members, nursing students with their work
- Assist manager in formulating and implementing new policies, educating and assisting team members with these policiended to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
- Demonstrated knowledge of technical procedures and proper equipment use.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, promoting open communication channels for effective collaboration in treatment plans.
- Ensured accurate documentation of all patient records, contributing to improved quality assurance measures.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores through consistent delivery of compassionate and culturally competent care.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of complex medical conditions, facilitating timely interventions to prevent complications.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for new admissions, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly, leading to improved health outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to concerns.
- Improved team efficiency by mentoring new nurses, sharing expertise and fostering supportive work environment.
- Responded to medical emergencies with prompt and decisive action, minimizing patient risk and improving outcomes.
- Managed patient records with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
- Conducted research on patient care practices, integrating evidence-based approaches to improve care quality.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Identified clinical risks and took appropriate preventative actions.
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with healthcare providers.
- Evaluated patient progress, assessed outcomes and provided follow-up care.
- Reviewed patient health status and developed individualized care plans.
- Explained side effects from medications and provided in-depth education to patients on diabetes, asthma, cancer, and other diseases.
- Developed, implemented and monitored clinical protocols and standards of care.
- Assessed effectiveness of clinical nursing interventions and programs.
- Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
- Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.
- Mentored new nursing staff, fostering professional growth and team building within the unit.
- Administered medications and treatments to manage patient's condition.
- Utilized evidence-based practice to assess and provide care for patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient care outcomes.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Maintained patient confidentiality by protecting unauthorized access to personal information.
- Acted as a clinical resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices or challenging cases, contributing to a supportive learning environment within the unit.
- Stayed current with health system initiatives and incorporated evidence-based practice and research into care routine.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Promoted a culture of safety by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols and reporting potential hazards.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive patient records in line with regulatory standards.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
- Served as a patient advocate, ensuring individual needs were met and concerns addressed promptly.
- Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall efficiency within the unit.
- Handled patient transfers, following safety protocols to prevent injuries.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Implemented individualized nursing care plans tailored to meet the unique needs of each patient population served.
- Participated in hospital-wide initiatives aimed at reducing medication errors and improving patient safety practices.
- Provided specialized care for critically ill patients requiring advanced monitoring and interventions.
- Participated in continuous professional development, staying abreast of latest nursing practices and standards.
- Optimized patient scheduling and workflow, reducing waiting times and maximizing resource utilization.
- Enhanced patient recovery rates by developing and implementing individualized care plans.
- Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining safe and sterile environment for patients and staff.
- Collaborated on clinical trials, contributing to advancements in medical research and patient care methodologies.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and comprehensive support during hospital stays.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure cohesive patient care and treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Calvary John James Hospital
Canberra , Australian Capital Territory
08.2011 - 04.2014
- Company Overview: www.calvaryjohnjames.com.au
- Works in a 24 bed acute surgical unit with a ration varying from 8 to 10 patients per nurse on night shift and 5 to 6 patients on day shift
- Main surgical cases include- Urology [ TURP, TURBT, radical prostectomy, nephrectomy] bariatric lap banding and gastric sleeve surgery gynaecology[ Total Abdominal Hysterectomy, Anterior Postirior repair] gastroenterology[ endoscopy, haemorrhoidectomy, colorectal surgeries, lap cholecystectomy, hemicolectomy, colostomy, total colectomy with ileostomy ] ear, nose and throat[ tonsillectomy, nasal surgeries] plastic surgery[ breast reduction and augmentation, abdominoplasty] vascular surgery[varicose vein ligation and stripping] Thoracic surgery [lobectomy, care of patients with chest drains.] paediatrics ( tonsillectomy)
- Supervision of SRN, SEN and EEN
- Management of wound drains
- Assessment of surgical wounds and dressing
- Monitoring and managing post operative patients on PCA, chest drain, CVC line, ileostomy, colostomy, SPC
- Involving in clinical audits
- Team leading after hours
- Www.calvaryjohnjames.com.au
Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s University Hospital
Dublin, Dublin
06.2005 - 06.2011
- Company Overview: www.st-vincents.ie
- Provided high-quality direct patient care to 6 patients in a 12 bedded renal unit
- Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating of patients on peritoneal dialysis
- Care of patient suffering from EPS (Encapsulating Peritoneal Sclerosis)
- Responsible for the assessment of care needs and the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care for dialysis patients with end stage renal disease
- Health education regarding diet, fluid restriction, care of vascular access & general cleanliness
- Care of respiratory conditions and patients on BIPAP
- Care of gediatric and diabetic patients, including diabetic emergencies
- Care of patients with tracheotomy
- Care of stroke patients
- Care of dying patient and use of Liverpool Care Pathway
- Care of patients on PEG feed
- Care of anorexic patient
- Care of patients with Cystic Fibrosis
- Liaising and planning the discharge of patient with other members of the medical team
- Acting as preceptor to nursing students in order to aid them with their clinical placement and obtain the necessary nursing skills
- Team leader in absence of line manager
- Www.st-vincents.ie
Registered Nurse
Manipal Hospital Bangalore
Banglore, Karnadaka
09.2002 - 06.2005
- Company Overview: www.manipalhospital.org
- Worked in 31 bedded unit with staff patient ratio of 1:6
- Care of pre and post dialysis patients
- Care of pre and post renal transplant patient
- Care of patients undergone TURP, TURBT, nephrectomy
- Act as a charge nurse during shifts in the absence of charge nurse
- Technically supervise the work of non professional workers
- Orientation of new personnel to the ward
- Attend seminars & continuing in service education programs
- Clinical supervision of student nurses and orientating them to the unit
- Provide for a safe physical environment and required equipment and supplies for patient care
- Assisting in procedures like Central venous catheter insertion, Peritoneal dialysis/ hemo-dialysis catheter insertion, Intubation, Bronchoscopy, lumbar punctu, Providing total parental nutrition, Transfusing blood and blood products, Assisting patients in chest physiotherapy, suctioning –ET, tracheal, oral, Changing dressing of central venous catheter site and incision site etc
- Maintaining therapeutic environment
- Evaluating patients response to the treatment
- Www.manipalhospital.org
Education
Graduate Certificate in Somal Therapy Nursing - Stomal Therapy Nursing
Australian Collage of Nursing
Canberra, ACT06-2018
B.Sc Nursing -
Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland
10.2010
Diploma In Nursing & Midwifery -
Manipal School Of Nursing
08.2002
Skills
- Medical & surgical
- Colorectal
- Care management
- Team working
- Supervision
- Care of Renal Patients
- Assessment
- Performing & Evaluating Peritoneal Dialysis
- Wound Management
- Patient Education
- Palliative care
- Supervising & Educating student nurses
- Team leader
- Coordinate audits within the unit
Registration Details
- Nursing & Midwifery Board of Australia, NMW0001093931
- An Bord Altranais Ireland, 107241
- Nursing Board of Karnataka, India, 48890
Legal Work Status
Australian Citizen
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 07/31/81
Professional Development
- Patient Moving & handling Course, Every 2 year from 2005
- BLS Certified, Every 2 year from 2002
- Venupuncture & IV Cannulation, 2006
- Preceptorship course, 2006
- Fire and Safety, Every 2 year from 2005
- Tracheostomy care, 2006
- Medical observation unit course. (MOU), 2010
- Link Nurse training for Abbott Glucometer, 2005
- Child protection, 2013
- PCA management and patient observation, 2011
Timeline
Clinical Nurse
Holy Spirit Northside Private Hospital
05.2014 - Current
Registered Nurse
Calvary John James Hospital
08.2011 - 04.2014
Registered Nurse
St Vincent’s University Hospital
06.2005 - 06.2011
Registered Nurse
Manipal Hospital Bangalore
09.2002 - 06.2005
Diploma In Nursing & Midwifery -
Manipal School Of Nursing
Graduate Certificate in Somal Therapy Nursing - Stomal Therapy Nursing
Australian Collage of Nursing
B.Sc Nursing -
Royal College of Surgeons In Ireland
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