Tarrshni Guna Rajah
East Perth
Summary
With a diverse clinical background spanning country health and tertiary hospital settings, I have strengthened my knowledge base, refined my skills, and thrived as a valuable team member. This rich experience has equipped me with a comprehensive understanding of various healthcare environments, enabling me to adapt quickly and contribute effectively. Eager to leverage my expertise to make a meaningful impact in a new role.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital, Ward 8A
01.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills and leadership skills through coordinating ward 8A and assigning staff to patient loads based on patients' acuity levels and patient need.
- Engage in a therapeutic relationship with the multidisciplinary team (MDT) on Ward 8A by collaborating during MDT meetings to develop comprehensive treatment plans for each patient with neurological or gastroenterological conditions. Thus, the aim is to improve patient outcomes on the ward and facilitate planning for rehabilitation.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including endoscopies and ascitic drains.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviour and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies by completing risk assessment and using fall prevention strategies such as the use of rails, a falls alarm mat, and patient education.
- Administered medications, blood products, and other intravenous therapy safely according to nursing practice guidelines and standards while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols through aseptic technique and the use of PPE (Personal protective equipment) and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assisted as graduate support for new nursing staff, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations on ward 8A, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Bruce Rock Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Provided support to patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to create a sense of trust and safety.
- Assisted Telehealth doctors in performing assessment procedures by collecting blood samples for pathology and placing intravenous cannulae when presented to the emergency department.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as (ALS) Advanced Life Support and (BSL) Basic Life Support to remain current on best practices in emergency nursing care.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols through aseptic technique and the use of PPE (Personal protective equipment) and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assisted aged-care residents with daily living activities, promoting independence and dignity.
- Delivered personal hygiene assistance, including bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, and toileting, all while maintaining client privacy and respect.
Personal Care Assistant
Regis Aged Care
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Assisted aged-care residents with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with transferring and positioning clients, ensuring proper body mechanics to reduce the risk of injury for both parties.
- Built strong relationships with aged-care residents with dementia to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Adapted quickly to new client situations, building rapport through active listening skills and an empathetic approach towards individual needs.
- Maintained current knowledge of best practices in personal care through ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through professionalism, respectful communication, and teamwork.
- Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols through aseptic technique and the use of PPE (Personal protective equipment) and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Joondalup, WA01.2019
Australian Matriculation - WACE
Methodist College
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01.2014
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessment and recognising deterioration
- Pre-and Post-operative care
- Central line management
- ADL assistance
- Patient education
- Pressure area prevention
- Falls prevention
- Transfusion of blood products and intravenous immunoglobulin
- Infection control and PPE
- HIVE monitoring
- Coordinating
- Ascitic drains
- Tracheostomy care
- Managing patients needing humidified high flow therapy
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malay
Native or Bilingual
Tamil
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Royal Perth Hospital, Ward 8A
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Bruce Rock Memorial Hospital
04.2020 - 12.2021
Personal Care Assistant
Regis Aged Care
09.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Edith Cowan University
Australian Matriculation - WACE
Methodist College
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