Vijayakumar Arumugam
Cairns,QLD
Summary
To be a part of the multidisciplinary team as a Clinical Care Manager and provide safe and competent patient care using skills, qualities, leadership, and personality to the fullest. I am enthusiastic, determined, and a task achiever who sets goals to go beyond and higher.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse in Charge
Mercy Place Cairns
05.2023 - Current
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviour to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Registered Nurse in Charge(Casual)
Yours Nursing Agency
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse Incharge(Permanent-PartTime)
Kewarra aged care
11.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Registered Nurse (Full-Time)
Ozcare Aged care Facility
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
RN/Clinical Placement
Sydney Adventist Hospital (Sydney)
10.2017 - 11.2017
- Medical and Surgical ward
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Registered Nurse Theatre (Full-Time)
Krishnammal Memorial HOSPITAL (India)
04.2017 - 07.2017
- Orthopedic & General Surgery
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Registered Nurse-Team Leader (Full-Time)
K.J. HOSPITAL (India)
11.2010 - 02.2017
- Emergency Department & ICU
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Infection Prevention&control
ACIPC
NSW04.2024
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
ACN
NSWACN
NSW01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
01.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ETEA
NSW09.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health And Science
India04.2010
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Team work
- Punctuality and discipline
- Time management
- Conflict management
- Excellent verbal & written communication
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Medical Records Management
- Direct Patient Care
- Documentation and Charting
- Accurate Documentation
- Attention to Detail
- Compassion and Empathy
- Resource Allocation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Training staff
- Chest pain management
- Patient Management
- Delegation and Motivation
- Emotional Intelligence
- Emergency Care
- E-case,i-care,Lee care and person centred care software use
- Healthcare Personnel Supervision
- Critical Care
Professional Registration
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia, Current, NMW0002156292
- Karnataka, India-Nurses and Midwifes Council, 030810
- Tamilnadu, India- Nurses and Midwifes Council, 124118
Tertiary Qualification
- Foundation of infection prevention & control (ACIPC), 2024
- Educational training & Employment of Australia (ETEA), 2017
- Bachelor of Nursing, 2010, Rajiv Gandhi University of applied sciences
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/15/86
- Gender: Male
References
- Zubair Coovadia,General Manager Precinct,Mercy Place Cairns(RACF),Westcourt,Qld,4870.Ph:+61740461900.Email:ZCoovadia@mercy.com.au
- Caitlin Plando,ClinicalNurse Manger,Mercy Place Cairns(RACF)Westcourt,Qld,4870.PH:+6140461938.Email:CPlando@mercy.com.au
Disclaimer
I hereby declare that the above-given particulars are true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Vijayakumar Arumugam
22/02/2024
Cairns
Timeline
Registered Nurse in Charge
Mercy Place Cairns
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Incharge(Permanent-PartTime)
Kewarra aged care
11.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse in Charge(Casual)
Yours Nursing Agency
03.2021 - 04.2023
Registered Nurse (Full-Time)
Ozcare Aged care Facility
04.2019 - 10.2019
RN/Clinical Placement
Sydney Adventist Hospital (Sydney)
10.2017 - 11.2017
Registered Nurse Theatre (Full-Time)
Krishnammal Memorial HOSPITAL (India)
04.2017 - 07.2017
Registered Nurse-Team Leader (Full-Time)
K.J. HOSPITAL (India)
11.2010 - 02.2017
Bachelor of Science - Infection Prevention&control
ACIPC
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing
ACN
ACN
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
ETEA
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health And Science
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