Smitha Varghese
Doha,Qatar
Summary
To leverage my extensive nursing experience and strong management skills in a progressive healthcare organization, contributing to improved patient care and organizational growth.
Dedicated nursing professional with over 20 years of experience in various healthcare settings. Proven expertise in patient care, team management, and clinical education. Adept at handling obstetrical emergencies, quality improvement initiatives, and staff training. Committed to delivering high-quality patient care and fostering a supportive and efficient healthcare environment.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Wellness and Research Centre
05.2017 - Current
- Managed patient movements and bed allocations in the hospital
- Communicated patient movement pressures to relevant teams
- Coordinated daily elective and non-elective bed allocations
- Liaised with hospital management for optimal bed utilization.
Staff Nurse
Women’s Hospital
02.2012 - 05.2017
- Delivered patient-centered care with a focus on process improvement
- Acted as a patient advocate and implemented total patient care
- Participated in unit-based quality assurance programs.
Staff Nurse
K.G. Hospital
07.2009 - 01.2012
- Assisted patients during all stages of labor
- Treated various pregnancy-related conditions and provided post-operative care
- Educated patients on dietary and care practices.
Staff Nurse
Riyadh Military Hospital
05.2007 - 05.2009
- Provided high-quality care to antenatal, gynecology, postnatal, and newborn patients
- Assessed and managed obstetrical emergencies
- Coordinated care with multidisciplinary teams.
Clinical Instructor
School of Medical Education
01.2006 - 05.2007
- Educated nursing students in theoretical and practical aspects
- Developed evidence-based educational materials
- Evaluated and supervised nursing students during clinical postings.
Staff Nurse
K.G. Hospital
03.2002 - 09.2003
- Provided quality nursing care and coordinated care plans
- Assisted doctors and registered nurses in patient care.
Internship Staff Nurse
Unity Hospital
02.2001 - 02.2002
- Recorded patients' medical history and vital statistics
- Interviewed patients and measured vital signs
- Performed suture removal for patients of all ages.
Education
BSc Nursing (Post Basic) -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Diploma in Nursing -
Kerala Nurses and Midwife Council
Total Quality Management Professional -
Institute of Business Management
Skills
- Patient Care
- Clinical Instruction
- Quality Improvement
- Team Management
- Emergency Response
- Data Analysis
- Effective Communication
- Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Decision-Making
- Care Coordination
- Clinical Leadership
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Immediate Life Support (ILS)
- Fundamentals of Quality Improvement
- Effective Communication in the Workplace
- Quality Improvement Championship Programme - Bronze Level
- Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative
- Dashboard and Chart Making in Excel Course
- ICDL Preparatory
- Registered Nurse & Midwife, 30000, 07/30/01, 04/19/26
- QCHP Licence, N 1200, 05/30/16, 11/30/24
Research
A Qualitative Inquiry on Bed and Case Manager’s Experience During COVID-19 Pandemic
Disclaimer
I declare that the above-mentioned details are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Wellness and Research Centre
05.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse
Women’s Hospital
02.2012 - 05.2017
Staff Nurse
K.G. Hospital
07.2009 - 01.2012
Staff Nurse
Riyadh Military Hospital
05.2007 - 05.2009
Clinical Instructor
School of Medical Education
01.2006 - 05.2007
Staff Nurse
K.G. Hospital
03.2002 - 09.2003
Internship Staff Nurse
Unity Hospital
02.2001 - 02.2002
BSc Nursing (Post Basic) -
Mahatma Gandhi University
Diploma in Nursing -
Kerala Nurses and Midwife Council
Total Quality Management Professional -
Institute of Business Management
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