Silviya Achal Darshani
Melonba
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 4 years of experience working at Westmead Children's Hospital Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, Clancy Ward (gastroenterology/renal unit), and currently as a rural and remote nurse at Alliance Rural and Remote Health.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet patient care goals in a safe manner.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alliance Rural And Remote Health
12.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions.
- Work with vulnerable communities and provide quality health care and education.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic and culturally appropriate nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse (Paediatric Intensive Care Unit)
Westmead Childrens Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Managed cardiac, neurosurgery, ENT, orthropedics and trauma patients pre/post operatively.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation (invasive/non-invasive) and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honoured patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Worked within my scope to deliver excellent patient/family centred care within a multidisciplinary team.
Registered Nurse Paediatric Gastroenterolgy/Renal
Westmead Childrens Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Managed patients post-op liver and kidney transplant
- Managed patients post-op various gastroenterology and renal surgeries.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Educated patients, family members and caregivers on patient care instructions and medication administration,
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Western Sydney University
Sydney, NSW12.2019
Bachelor of Medical Science -
University of Technology Sydney
Ultimo, NSW12.2017
Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
Doonside Technology High School
Doonside, NSW12.2013
Skills
- Written and Verbal Communication
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Medication Administration including Hazardous/Cytotoxic medication
- Decision Making
- Medical Assessment
- Critical Care
- EMR Systems
- Patient Monitoring
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Peer Mentoring
- Problem-Solving Abilities
Reference
Jane Barrington
Clinical Coordinator, Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, Westmead Children's Hospital
Ph: 0414671634
Email: jane.barrington@health.nsw.gov.au
Wendy Stephen
Nurse Manager, Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, Westmead Children's Hospital
Ph: 0424945508
Email: Wendy.Stephen@health.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alliance Rural And Remote Health
12.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse (Paediatric Intensive Care Unit)
Westmead Childrens Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse Paediatric Gastroenterolgy/Renal
Westmead Childrens Hospital
05.2020 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Western Sydney University
Bachelor of Medical Science -
University of Technology Sydney
Higher School Certificate (HSC) -
Doonside Technology High School
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