Vipin GEORGE
Leeton,NSW
Summary
Motivated Registered Nurse with 18 years of experience providing quality care in fast-paced settings and coordinating staff and resources to meet high-volume patient needs. Quick thinking and adaptability to evolving business and service user requirements. Organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities, with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. The enthusiastic charge nurse provides high-quality care and displays elevated levels of empathy in patient relations. Possesses excellent leadership skills to maintain organization and fluidity among floor nurses. Speaks assertively without being overly aggressive, to direct nurses and calm nervous patients.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Murrumbidgee local health district
Leeton
05.2024 - Current
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice, as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- 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.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Maintained a positive work environment that promoted collaboration between team members.
- Resolved customer complaints in an effective manner while maintaining a high level of customer service.
- Prioritized multiple tasks to accommodate urgent requests for assistance from the emergency department.
- Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
- Identified symptoms, gathered medical history, and documented patient information accurately.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty services as needed for further evaluation and treatment options.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidelines and standards of practice related to triage nursing duties.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current nursing practices and procedures through continuing education courses, workshops, in-services, seminars, conferences.
- Initiated treatments such as wound dressing changes and IV infusions as ordered by physician.
- Performed physical exams including vital signs and EKGs as required.
Charge Nurse
University Sussex hospital NHS foundation trust
Chichester, West Sussex
04.2018 - 03.2024
- Assisted in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
- Evaluated patient outcomes against established standards of care.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Performed health education activities with patients to promote understanding of medical condition and self-care skills.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress toward desired outcomes.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and certified nursing assistants.
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans for individual patients based on their needs.
- Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Audited patient charts in real-time, verifying accuracy and completion of information.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Conducted interviews with prospective employees; supervised hiring process for new staff members.
- Facilitated communication between staff members through meetings or one-on-one interactions.
- Oversaw ordering of supplies and equipment necessary for successful unit operation.
- Resolved conflicts among team members or between departments in a diplomatic manner.
- Attended conferences or workshops related to nursing management topics for continuing education purposes.
- Monitored staff performance to ensure adherence to policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with physicians, other healthcare professionals, patients, families and community resources to meet individualized patient needs.
- Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
Registered Nurse
University Sussex hospital NHS trust
Chichester, West Sussex
03.2014 - 04.2018
- Collaborated with physicians and nursing staff to prevent medication errors, improve patient experience and deliver quality care.
- Administered injections, medications and wound care to treat and alleviate symptoms.
- Facilitated patient admission, transfer and discharge processes to optimize workflow and prevent future readmission.
- Assigned training, workshops and seminars for nurses and staff to enhance skills and improve patient care quality, raising healthcare standards.
- Informed patients and caregivers of external resources to support self-management, wound management and medication administration.
- Used Situation-Background-Assessment-Recommendation process and electronic health records to document treatments and patient status observations.
- Delegated specific tasks to assigned nurses to assess patients, observe symptoms and provide detailed status and developments.
- Designed and implemented guidelines and policies to comply with health and safety standards in providing patient care.
- Organized shifts of nurses and staff to enable full coverage for patient care, maintaining systemized schedule.
- Participated in performance evaluations for assistant nurses to measure skills and productivity.
- Scheduled staff meetings to discuss announcements, ideas and concerns and align with tasks, promoting collaborative environment.
- Monitored areas to keep work stations clean and comply with health and sanitation standards, maintaining well-being of employees.
- Provided continuous assessment of patients in unit from admission to discharge to monitor progress and developments.
- Precepted and mentored new staff, graduate registered nurses and ancillary employees to comply with health and safety regulations and follow protocols and guidelines.
- Confirmed current staff certifications and assigned training to provide opportunities for professional development.
Health Care Assistant
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
Arundel, west sussex
12.2012 - 03.2014
- Provided quality personal care, such as dressing and bathing, while maintaining respect and sensitivity.
- Built strong, trusting relationships with patients by providing continuous support and delivering best possible care.
- Promoted and encouraged independence while assisting patients with daily routines.
- Charted patient information related to vital signs, pain management and daily inputs and outputs.
- Obtained current medical information, weight, height and vital signs to aid care planning.
- Kept public areas clean and hygienic by performing routine sanitization tasks.
- Established friendly rapport with patients to promote positive health and wellbeing.
- Supported care teams with comprehensive care delivery by following up on laboratory tests and diagnostic imaging results.
- Monitored supply usage and reported low-stock items to proactively replenish inventory.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nursing
shantidhama school of nursing
Bengaluru2007
Higher Secondary - science and mat's
Govt Higher secondary school
Valad, wayanad2003
Skills
- Unit coordinating
- Strong medical ethic
- Adult care
- Medication administration
- Immediate Life Support
- Continence Awareness
- Manual Moving and Handling
- Health and Safety
- ECG Workshop
- End of life care
- Acute stroke and Thrombolysis Simulation Training
- SSNAP Training
- NG tube insertion with Bridle
- Computerized charting specialist
- Catheter and wound care
- Health assessments
- IV drug therapy management
- Staff training
- Patient assessments
- Patient record auditing
- Vital signs
- Charting and reporting
- Staff supervision
- Staff performance evaluations
- Nursing staff leadership
- Enthusiastic caregiver
- Acute and rehabilitative care
- Diabetes management
- Maintained feeding pumps
- Care Planning
- Emergency Response
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Infectious disease control
- ADL Assistance
- Discharge coordination
- Mobility Assistance
- Relationship Building
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Patient assessment
- Emergency room triage
Certification
- practice supervisor and practice assessor certified
- Stroke thrombolysing
- NIHSS training
- Triage
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Murrumbidgee local health district
05.2024 - Current
Charge Nurse
University Sussex hospital NHS foundation trust
04.2018 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
University Sussex hospital NHS trust
03.2014 - 04.2018
Health Care Assistant
Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
12.2012 - 03.2014
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Nursing
shantidhama school of nursing
Higher Secondary - science and mat's
Govt Higher secondary school
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