Smitha Thomas
RN
Idalia Townsville
Summary
Possessing compassion and collaborative spirit, combined with deep understanding of patient care and safety protocols, ensures high-quality outcomes. Knowledge of medical-surgical procedures and proficiency in patient assessment and care planning enhances ability to support diverse patient needs. Dedicated to fostering healing environment and promoting patient recovery through attentive and individualized care.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
RN, Medical-Surgical
TTH
11.2024 - Current
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective discharge planning and patient education on self-care management.
- Streamlined processes for documentation, ensuring accurate charting that facilitated timely decision-making by healthcare providers.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to recognize early signs of complications, allowing for timely interventions and preventing adverse outcomes.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at optimizing patient care delivery within the medical-surgical setting.
- Maintained compliance with regulatory standards by staying current on best practices within the medical-surgical nursing field.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care to a diverse population of patients.
- Prioritized critical thinking skills in assessing patient conditions, leading to timely interventions that prevented complications or deterioration of health status.
- Demonstrated adaptability when reassigned to different units or working with diverse populations while maintaining high levels of quality care provision.
- Served as a preceptor for new graduate nurses, facilitating their transition into professional practice and fostering clinical competence.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members through open communication channels, resulting in improved morale and enhanced coordination of care efforts.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues and supervisors.
Registered Nurse
Townsville Teaching University Hospital
07.2015 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
ICU Staff Nurse
Mater Hospital
10.2011 - 07.2015
- I work as part of cohesive team in the ICU department and all work is double checked to ensure maximum patient care
- As part of my job, I also teach student nurses
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall standards of ICU patient care.
- Increased staff competency by leading educational sessions on critical care procedures and best practices.
- Effectively utilized electronic health records systems to document all aspects of patient care accurately and efficiently.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Administered life-saving medications according to physician orders, ensuring accuracy and timeliness in treatment implementation.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare professionals to improve continuity of care for ICU patients.
- Managed ventilator settings for critically ill patients, optimizing respiratory support while minimizing complications.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Delivered outstanding patient care in [Type] critical care units.
ICU Staff Nurse
York District NHS Hospital
03.2004 - 08.2011
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to promptly recognize changes in patient condition, enabling timely interventions.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.
Adaptation Nurse
Aintree University Hospital
08.2003 - 11.2003
- From there I learned about the health system in U.K
- I learned about the Hospital policies and procedures and also developed good communication skill, dealing effectively with my patients, family members and other members of the multi disciplinary team
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
Health Care Assistant
IVY bank nursing home
04.2003 - 07.2003
- Giving good care of patients, Safely moving and handling, house keeping
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
Registered Nurse
Qatif central hospital
02.2002 - 02.2003
- Worked as a staff nurse in (SCBU) special care baby unit, having bedside monitor and ventilators
- There I managed babies on ventilator like premature babies, birth asphyxia cases, congenital anomalies, RDS
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Nabia PHCC
11.1999 - 02.2002
- Worked in Nabia PHCC (primary health care centre) as a staff nurse
- There involved in the various outpatients department
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Nabia PHCC, Saihat-31972, Ministry of Health Saudi Arabia
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Batra Hospital
02.1997 - 05.1998
- I worked in cardiac causality
- Initially I worked as a staff nurse and later I worked there as a shift charge nurse
- There I got opportunities to take care of various cardiac patients
- I have managed emergency cases competently and guided my team members in delivering high quality nursing care to my patients
Registered Nurse
Bagath Hospital
05.1996 - 02.1997
- I worked in Bagath Hospital, New Delhi, India, as a staff nurse in intensive care unit
- There I managed various critical cases including patients on ventilator
- Bagath Hospital, New Delhi, India
Education
High School
IJG High School
Kerala India 04.2001 - 01.1990
Intermediate - Intermediate
St. Aloysious College
Kerala India 01.1990 - 01.1992
Lab Technician - Lab Technician
Academy of Medical Technology
Kerala India 01.1992 - 01.1993
Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery - Nursing
Helapuri School of Nursing
Elur, Andrapradesh India 01.1993 - 01.1996
Post Graduation In ICU - undefined
University of Tasmania
01.2022 - 01.2023
Skills
Wound care
Teamwork
Clinical judgment
Compassionate care
Medication and IV administration
Medical recordkeeping
Surgical assistance
Infection control
Wound dressing
Professional Developments
- Fire and Safety
- Manual Handling Assessor Course
- Basic Life Support
- ALS
- Hand hygiene
Nursing Council Id
QLD020073199
Personal Information
- Citizenship: Australia
- Date of Birth: 01/22/75
Timeline
RN, Medical-Surgical
TTH
11.2024 - Current
Post Graduation In ICU - undefined
University of Tasmania
01.2022 - 01.2023
Registered Nurse
Townsville Teaching University Hospital
07.2015 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
Mater Hospital
10.2011 - 07.2015
ICU Staff Nurse
York District NHS Hospital
03.2004 - 08.2011
Adaptation Nurse
Aintree University Hospital
08.2003 - 11.2003
Health Care Assistant
IVY bank nursing home
04.2003 - 07.2003
Registered Nurse
Qatif central hospital
02.2002 - 02.2003
High School
IJG High School
04.2001 - 01.1990
Registered Nurse
Nabia PHCC
11.1999 - 02.2002
Registered Nurse
Batra Hospital
02.1997 - 05.1998
Registered Nurse
Bagath Hospital
05.1996 - 02.1997
Diploma in General Nursing Midwifery - Nursing
Helapuri School of Nursing
01.1993 - 01.1996
Lab Technician - Lab Technician
Academy of Medical Technology
01.1992 - 01.1993
Intermediate - Intermediate
St. Aloysious College
01.1990 - 01.1992
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