Simran Kandel
Melbourne,Australia
Summary
Committed and compassionate Graduate nurse, seeking an entry-level position where can apply clinical skills and grow professionally. Ready for new opportunity with responsibilities and learn new skills. Utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graduate Registered Nurse , Neurosurgery Ward
Alfred Health
01.2024 - Current
- Assessed health care needs, formulates and evaluates care plans, provides direct patient care, and coordinates discharge processes.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Graduate Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation (ABI)
Alfred Health, Caufield Campus
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Access the health care needs of patients. Is responsible for formulating, implementing and evaluating a plan of care, in partnership with the patient.
- Systematically access the patient, analyses data and identifies the patient's nursing needs.
- Applied knowledge and skills, develops and indentifies the patient's nursing needs of the patient.
- Implemented the plan of care by providing direct care to patient
- Developed and maintained collaborative relationships with all disciplines.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviour's to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Supported and participated in evidence-based programs to evaluate and improve the quality of nursing care and patient outcomes.
- Patient centered focus, adaptability, respecting diversity, innovative thinking, application of evidence into practice and self-management.
- Ability to work independently as well as working with others to deliver outcomes.
- An awareness of own values and beliefs surrounding healthcare with an ability to identify and respect an alternative view.
- Been aware of limitations in own knowledge and seek appropriate education and training.
- Maintained an understanding of individual responsibility for patient safetey , quality & risk and contribute to organizational quality and safety.
- Followed organiztational safety, quality &risk policies and guidelines
Assistant In Nursing
BUPA BALLARAT
11.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained patient records, assisted with mobility and treatments, and provided bedside care while ensuring infection control.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced team efficiency by promptly responding to call lights and reporting changes in patient condition to nurses.
- Conducted regular rounds to monitor patients'' physical and mental status throughout shifts.
- Promoted independence in patients through walking exercises or assisting them with mobility devices like walkers or wheelchairs.
- Performed accurate documentation of patient information according to established protocols for record-keeping purposes.
- Built rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
- Assisted nurses with wound care procedures ensuring proper healing processes took place.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to create individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory, and provide light entertainment.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Adhered strictly to infection control policies while performing tasks such as administering medications or changing dressings.
- Documented patient conditions and care provided, ensuring accurate health records for informed medical decisions.
- Provided emotional and psychological support to patients and their families, fostering positive healthcare experience.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with patients.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
Ballarat, Victoria12.2023
Diploma in early childhood education and care -
Queensford College
Parramatta, Sydney09.2020
Diploma of Nursing -
Nepal Institute of Medical Science And Technology
Kathmandu, Nepal01.2017
Skills
- Strong Clinical judgment
- Compassionate and caring
- Health Promotion
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Records Documentation
- Patient Care Assessment
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent Communication
- Task Prioritization
- Infection Control
Certification
- APHRA registration
- First aid certificate
- CPR certificate
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Graduate Registered Nurse, Rehabilitation (ABI)
Alfred Health, Caufield Campus
01.2024 - 07.2024
Graduate Registered Nurse , Neurosurgery Ward
Alfred Health
01.2024 - Current
Assistant In Nursing
BUPA BALLARAT
11.2022 - 01.2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
Australian Catholic University
Diploma in early childhood education and care -
Queensford College
Diploma of Nursing -
Nepal Institute of Medical Science And Technology
- APHRA registration
- First aid certificate
- CPR certificate
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