SONIA MATHEW
DARWIN,NT
Summary
Empathetic Dialysis Nurse with excellent relationship-building skills to support patients during treatments. Highly knowledgeable with nephrology and hemodialysis practices and training new staff on procedures. Excellent time management skills to maintain efficient patient flow while delivering exceptional care. Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for this role with strong emphasis on patient care and clinical skills. Proven ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams, adapting to changing situations with ease. Excels in communication, empathy, and problem-solving to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and results-driven, with focus on delivering high-quality care and maintaining positive, supportive environment.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Primary Healthcare Nurse
PHC Urban and Palmerston
Casuarina
12.2024 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered Immunisation as per Australian guidelines
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
Registered Nurse ,Palliative Care
Royal Darwin Hospital
09.2024 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse Outpatients
Royal Darwin Hospital
RDH
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual dressing 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.
Registered Nurse Renal Dialysis Skills
Royal Darwin Hospital
DARWIN, Northern Territory
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Assisted physicians with examinations and patient scans during diagnostic processes.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Managed intravenous medication to stabilize patient heart and blood pressure.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Triaged patients by phone and provided general assistance for basic and advanced needs.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
Registered Nurse Surgical Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
DARWIN, Northern Territory
02.2008 - 01.2021
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Performed venipuncture to collect blood and submitted to lab for pre-operative testing.
- Responded to emergency situations such as [Type] by [Action].
- Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
- Assisted with patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Analyzed patient chart data and identification to verify accurate information.
- Administered surgical drains, nasogastric tubes, ileostomies, colostomy bags, peg tubes and tracheostomy tubes to facilitate patient care.
- Transported patients to holding area to prepare for operating procedures.
- Accessed patient medical history, current medications and pre-procedure instructions to confirm adherence and respond to questions.
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Lister Hospital
Stevenage, United Kingdom
01.2004 - 02.2008
- Collaborated with physical and occupational therapists, case managers and physicians during treatment, examination and testing.
- Instructed patient and family on proper use and care of bandages, braces, splints and prostheses and verified patient and family readiness before discharge.
- Delivered array of direct nursing care services such as cleaning and dressing wounds and coordinated discharge planning for patients with fractures, arthritis and osteoporosis.
- Documented patient histories, conditions, treatments, changes and responses and used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient's physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Treated injuries and illnesses affecting muscles and bones, developed individualized health care plans and educated patients and families about self-care and available support systems.
- Helped patients manage pain and recovery processes with medications and non-pharmacological interventions.
- Monitored surgical sites for signs of infection and maintained optimal wound hygiene.
- Handled patient care for up to 5 postoperative patients with help of RN and created detailed patient records and hand-off reports for oncoming nurses and social workers.
- Aided patients with functional mobility and daily task performance to increase comfort and reduce disability.
- Promoted patients' independence by establishing patient care goals and educating on orthopedic concerns.
- Taught patients how to use devices, care for wounds and prevent complications with proper care.
- Checked in patients, completed intakes and performed initial assessments.
- Assisted doctors with surgical procedures such as setting bones and inserting pins.
Registered Nurse
Iranian Hospital
Dubai UAE
01.2000 - 02.2004
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
CCU RN
ST. Marthas Hospital
INDIA, Bangalore
01.1998 - 01.2000
- Cared for critically ill patients with high-risk, life-threatening health problems to improve clinical outcomes.
- Delivered high-quality care by following clinical standards and implementing process improvements.
- Performed nursing assessments, collected medical data and analyzed results.
- Educated patients and families on clinical needs and care plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Marthas School
Some College (No Degree) -
Nursing Bridging Course UK
Post Graduate Diploma in Renal MEDICINE
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT12-2023
Skills
- Medical Procedure Preparation
- Medication Administration
- Treatment Preparation
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Preventive Healthcare
- Accurate Documentation
- Procedure Assistance
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Care Coordination
- Attention to Detail
- Diet and Nutrition
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision Making
- Clear Patient Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Nursing Consultation
- Patient Care Oversight
- Patient Care Assessment
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Microsoft Office
- Diagnostic Test Evaluations
- Infection Control
- Direct Patient Care
Education and Training
Dialysis Trained Nurse.
Immunisation certificate 2024
NT immunisation Certificate
Nurse immuniser able to administer immunisation as per Australian immunisation guideline would like to enhance nursing career.
Timeline
Primary Healthcare Nurse
PHC Urban and Palmerston
12.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse ,Palliative Care
Royal Darwin Hospital
09.2024 - 12.2024
Registered Nurse Outpatients
Royal Darwin Hospital
12.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse Renal Dialysis Skills
Royal Darwin Hospital
01.2021 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse Surgical Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
02.2008 - 01.2021
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Lister Hospital
01.2004 - 02.2008
Registered Nurse
Iranian Hospital
01.2000 - 02.2004
CCU RN
ST. Marthas Hospital
01.1998 - 01.2000
Some College (No Degree) -
Nursing Bridging Course UK
High School Diploma -
St Marthas School
Post Graduate Diploma in Renal MEDICINE
Charles Darwin University