Sheeja Thekkel Mathew
Griffith
Summary
Hardworking nursing professional bringing 18+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to Critical care patients. Knowledgeable about Infection control and Intensive care out reach nurse requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse , ICU
Griffith Base Hospital
01.2024 - Current
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment skills in prioritizing tasks based on acuity levels of ICU patients under my care daily routine.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Demonstrated expertise in pain management, ensuring timely and effective relief for ICU patients with acute and chronic discomfort.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Registered Nurse in CCU
University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust , UK
09.2021 - 12.2023
- Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
- Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
- Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.
- Evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment and maintained patient flow.
- Enhanced care delivery by monitoring trends and suggesting process improvements.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Controlled narcotics and administered medicines on set schedule.
- Updated files using [Nerve Center] electronic health record management systems.
- Continually assessed individual needs to evaluate and implement optimal care programs in line with NHS best practices.
- Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualized plans of care to restore and promote patient health and recovery.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
Senior Registered Nurse ICU
Al Rahba Hospital
11.2014 - 04.2021
- Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Delivered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections, monitoring responses to address new concerns.
- Helped patients achieve higher standards of living through effective ADL coaching and assistance.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Provided comprehensive data on patient care, hospital procedures and nursing best practices.
- Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education.
- Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and communicated to physicians immediately.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters, IVs and PIC lines.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Helped deliver stabilizing and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Caring patients on Mechanical ventilator managing emergency medications, inotropes and CPR
Registered Nurse, ICU
Iranian hospital
07.2013 - 11.2014
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
- Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
- Reviewed paperwork before discharging patients.
- Actively participated in unit-based Quality Assurance programme.
CCU Registered Nurse
IMH
12.2012 - 05.2013
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Adhered to strict safety measures by carefully determining proper dosages before administering medications.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
King Fahd Hospital
12.2007 - 09.2012
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Closely monitored and recorded patient vitals, implementing bespoke care improvements to minimise recovery time.
Staff Registered Nurse
Caritas Hospital
06.2004 - 07.2005
- Assisted with patient mobility by utilising hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment for lifting, pushing and pulling to safely manoeuvre patients.
- Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and parents to ensureconsistent communication for continued best care practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
January 2001- February 2004 - Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery
Caritas College Of Nursing
Skills
- Critical care nursing
- Nursing staff leadership
- Safeguarding vulnerable adults
- Adult acute and critical care
- Cardiac care expert
- Life-sustaining machines
- Infection control standards expert
- Critical care
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient and family education
- Intravenous therapy
- Insulin medication assistance
- Medication Administration
- Acute care expertise
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Tracheostomy Care
- Electronic charting
- Treatment of Myocardial infarction conditions
- End-of-life care
- Emergency protocols
- Discharge procedures
- Active listening
- Wound cleaning/care expertise
- Patient care
- Preparing for procedures
- Administering medicines
- Medication administration expert
- Family and patient support
- Aseptic techniques
- Admission procedures
- Clinical record keeping
Certification
- BLS
- ACLS
- Covid-19 Healthcare Upskilling Program in January 2021
Accomplishments
- Participated in JCIA Re- Accreditation and represented ICU in March 2018.
- Best employee of the month-ICU in November 2019 at Al Rahba Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Good Catch Award 2015 In Recognition of Reporting a near miss to prevent harm reaching our patients at Al Rahba Hospital, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
- Participated in COVID -19 Vaccine clinical trial Project in 2020, Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Timeline
Registered Nurse , ICU
Griffith Base Hospital
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse in CCU
University Hospitals Of Leicester NHS Trust , UK
09.2021 - 12.2023
Senior Registered Nurse ICU
Al Rahba Hospital
11.2014 - 04.2021
Registered Nurse, ICU
Iranian hospital
07.2013 - 11.2014
CCU Registered Nurse
IMH
12.2012 - 05.2013
Intensive Care Registered Nurse
King Fahd Hospital
12.2007 - 09.2012
Staff Registered Nurse
Caritas Hospital
06.2004 - 07.2005
January 2001- February 2004 - Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery
Caritas College Of Nursing
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