SANDEEP KAUR
Blacktown,Australia
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Permanent Part Time
Southern Cross Care
Parramatta, NSW
03.2022 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension and other conditions.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided didactic and clinical instructions to orient new nurses and potential student nurses to achieve training outcomes.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and other communications.
Casual Agency RN
Medical Staff
Sydney, NSW
10.2021 - Current
- Administered individualized nursing care, applying simple and complex techniques and processes specific to needs of patient
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals
- Assessed patients by observing symptoms and collecting history and physical information to report to treatment team
- Implemented range of equipment, medicines and life-saving modalities to achieve expected outcomes
- Reviewed physician orders and administered therapies, treatments and medications
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions
- Prioritized patient care assignments based on patient conditions to achieve optimal outcomes
- Measured and monitored patient vital signs
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans
- Communicated patient progress and issues with families, physicians and other agencies
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status
- Reviewed physician orders and participated in medication management to optimize patient safety
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
- Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information
- Attended to patients in recovery from medical procedures by caring for wounds, monitoring vitals and managing pain
- Prevented drug interactions and contributed to correct diagnosis by recording patient health information, monitoring vitals and updating patient files
- Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs
- Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
Registered Nurse
Staff
Melbourne, VIC
04.2020 - 09.2021
- Participated in bedside reporting and handoff at change of shift and for patient transfers
- Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments
- Initiated review, revision and creation of operational policies within emergency department
- Maintained optimal ventilator settings and operations to meet patient care needs
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anticoagulation therapies
- Confirmed proper functioning of life support equipment such as ventilators and feeding tubes
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards and implemented medical protocols and guidelines
- Represented health care facility in professional community organizations, maintaining high level of professionalism
- Specialized in nursing care for patients requiring continuous and comprehensive observation and acute trauma patients with multitudes of injuries
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions
- Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures
- Facilitated patient flow during emergency situations, directing evacuations, admissions and transfers
- Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences
- Coordinated and evaluated interdisciplinary care for patients
- Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes
- Documented nursing intervention and patient and family responses accurately and in compliance with hospital policies
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions
- Reported patient assessment findings and physical and psychosocial responses to nursing intervention for progress towards care goals
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures
- Communicated concerns regarding clients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers
- Maintained reports to provide oncoming shift with full patient status
- Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests, and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Workforce XS
Melbourne, VIC
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Developed and maintained quality care systems and standards and implemented medical protocols and guidelines
- Worked in different medical clinics, performed immunizations, administered Iron infusion, wound care and dressing change
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options
- Conducted post-op reviews, tracked patients' vitals and monitored fluids to reach optimal care targets
- Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms
- Oversaw patient immunizations against communicative diseases, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration and also performed immunization in IPN clinics
- Coordinated and evaluated interdisciplinary care for patients and residents
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of care by determining and suggesting changes to processes
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects
- Prioritized nursing tasks and assignments and accurately reported patient status
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Performed wound care and dressing change as per individual needs of the residents
- Looked after dementia patients and also low to high care residents
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Registered Nurse
Alexander Aged Care
Clayton South, VIC
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
- Supervised nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions
- Treated patients/residents from low care to high care and also looked after dementia patients
- Trained new RN hires and ancillary staff members to meet patient service goals, champion standards of care and improve patient overall satisfaction
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, NH facility policies and standards of care
- Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices to reduce re-emergence of painful or dangerous symptoms
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization
- Assessed patients' response to treatment and suggested ways to combat side effects
- Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases and injuries
- Performed dressing and wound care as per needs of the residents
- Safety checks and also performed nutritional assessments for residents as per their dietary requirements
- FRAT assessment on regular basis for residents with high fall risks
- Followed and assessed infection control regimens in NH facility to prevent respiratory and Gastro outbreaks
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
Education
To Practice And Initial Registration (Bridging -
Deakin University
2019
Master of Social Worker - Social Worker
Federation University
2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ambika College of Nursing
2012
Skills
- SKILLS
- Time management skills
- Medical Supply Management
- Equipment Sterilization
- First Aid
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Patient Communication
- Care Coordination
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Supportive personal care
references
Gaganpreet Kaur
Registered Nurse
Bupa aged care, Bendigo
Phone no.: +61 477872930
Email :- gagancurry@gmail.com
Terese Shelton
Facility Manager
Southern Cross Care
Phone no.: 0491693496
Email:- tshelton@sccliving.org.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse Permanent Part Time
Southern Cross Care
03.2022 - Current
Casual Agency RN
Medical Staff
10.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Workforce XS
01.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Staff
04.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse
Alexander Aged Care
10.2019 - 03.2020
To Practice And Initial Registration (Bridging -
Deakin University
Master of Social Worker - Social Worker
Federation University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ambika College of Nursing
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