Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
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Sinu Jabus

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a strong background in rehabilitation and geriatric care, currently serving as a Team Liaison Nurse in a high-acuity rehabilitation ward. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary collaboration, coordinate patient-centred care plans, and drive timely discharge planning aligned with efficiency targets. Skilled in Functional Independence Measure (FIM) assessment and reporting, with a commitment to clinical excellence, communication, and continuous improvement. A trusted liaison and clinical advocate who ensures optimal outcomes through goal-oriented planning, accurate documentation, and proactive engagement with patients, families, and healthcare teams.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Team Liaison Nurse

GV
03.2025 - Current

• Collaborated with patients, families, and carers to establish individualised, patient-centred goals and effectively communicated these to the multidisciplinary team.

• Represented the nursing team in case conferences, providing clinical updates and monitoring progress towards rehabilitation goals.

• Supported early discharge planning by aligning patient goals with inlier-bound discharge targets and collaborating with the multidisciplinary team.

• Maintained accurate and up-to-date electronic patient records following case conferences and ward rounds.

• Attended regular ward rounds with consultants, providing relevant clinical insights and contributing to patient care planning.

• Communicated key updates to Associate Nurse Unit Managers and nursing staff to ensure continuity of care.

• Ensured timely and precise completion of Functional Independence Measure (FIM) assessments in compliance with required standards.

• Contributed to AROC (Australasian Rehabilitation Outcomes Centre) reporting through consistent and accurate data collection.

• Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes and streamline unit efficiency.

• Supported development and review of clinical guidelines and operational processes as directed by the Nurse Unit Manager.

• Assisted Discharge Planners and ANUMs in coordinating complex discharges and daily unit operations when required.

• Acted as a clinical role model and key resource for multidisciplinary team members, promoting evidence-based practice and collaboration.

Associate Nurse Unit Manager

GV
01.2020 - 03.2025
  • Led nursing team to ensure adherence to patient care standards and protocols.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient outcomes.
  • Mentored nursing staff in best practices for clinical procedures and patient management.
  • Coordinated staffing schedules to optimize unit efficiency and meet patient care needs.

Registered Nurse

GV
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Developed individualized rehabilitation plans to enhance patient recovery outcomes.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive care strategies.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care and rehabilitation techniques.
  • Monitored patient progress, adjusting treatment plans based on clinical assessments.

Registered Nurse

Hutt Valley DHB
08.2010 - 01.2019
  • Taking hand over from the previous staff.
  • Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according patient’s condition
  • Active monitoring of vital signs and neuro vascular observations.
  • Pre-and Post-Operative Management joint replacement and spinal surgeries.
  • Pain management
  • IV fluid management
  • PCA monitoring and epidural
  • Assist patient to meet nutritional and hygienic needs.
  • Taking care of patients with different types of fractures, sepsis, diabetic management.
  • Wound management and vac therapy
  • Working along with MDT
  • Care of PICC line and CV line
  • Mentoring junior Staffs and giving hand over
  • Trained preceptor

Staff Nurse

Shanti Hospital
06.2004 - 12.2006
  • Active monitoring of vital signs and ECG on Monitor
  • Management of emergencies such as Cardiac and Respiratory Arrest.
  • Maintain records and reports
  • Assisting doctors for rounds.
  • Tracheotomy care, tube feeding and PEG feeding.
  • IV fluid management.
  • Given psychological supports to the parents and relatives.
  • Mentor junior staffs and students.

Staff Nurse

Bombay Hospital
12.2001 - 04.2004
  • Provide Dialysis Nursing care to patient with kidney Problem.
  • Perform dialysis to filter toxins and waste products from the blood.
  • Perform hemodialysis to patients as ordered by nephrologists.
  • Perform peritoneal to dialysis on patients.
  • Maintain and manage dialysis machines, systems and equipment.
  • Monitor and assess vital signs of dialysis patients.
  • Instruct and counsel patients & their families on dialysis nursing care issues.
  • Monitor patient reaction to treatment interventions.
  • Ensure comfort to patients while executing dialysis nurse functions.

Education

Competence Assessment Program -

UCOL Palmerston North

Bachelor of Nursing - undefined

UCOL Palmerston North
12.2007

Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery - undefined

School of Nursing SIRHN Hospital
01.2000

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Culturally sensitive
  • IV therapy and phlebotomy
  • Excellent time management
  • Very good team player
  • Easily adaptable to new situations
  • Ability to remain calm under stressful situations
  • Team motivation
  • Relationship management
  • Compliance awareness

Certification

  • New Zealand Nursing Council Registration
  • AHPRA Registration

Accomplishments

  • Phlebotomy and peripheral cannulation
  • Wound management workshop
  • CPR & Defibrillation competency
  • Management of 12 lead ECG
  • Telemetry
  • Management of diabetes &Insulin infusion
  • Syringe driver
  • Alert Course training
  • Central Venous Catheter Management Training
  • Peripheral nerve anesthesia Management & PCA
  • Shift Coordinator role

Timeline

Team Liaison Nurse

GV
03.2025 - Current

Associate Nurse Unit Manager

GV
01.2020 - 03.2025

Registered Nurse

GV
01.2019 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse

Hutt Valley DHB
08.2010 - 01.2019

Staff Nurse

Shanti Hospital
06.2004 - 12.2006

Staff Nurse

Bombay Hospital
12.2001 - 04.2004

Bachelor of Nursing - undefined

UCOL Palmerston North

Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery - undefined

School of Nursing SIRHN Hospital

Competence Assessment Program -

UCOL Palmerston North
Sinu Jabus