Aksa Saju
Leicester,Leicestershire
Summary
Highly skilled, dedicated and compassionate registered Band 5 nurse with 3 years of experience in geriatric and specialist medicine department along with a strong foundation in excellent communication, problem-solving, and teamwork. Skilled in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans. Proficient in clinical procedures, medication administration, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Demonstrated ability to remain calm and efficient in fast-paced environments. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to establish rapport with patients, families, and healthcare professionals. Committed to delivering exceptional care and promoting patient. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and make appropriate allied health referrals. Proficient in using MS-Word, PowerPoint, electronic patient records, and electronic referral systems. Demonstrates eagerness to learn through continuous education and staying updated on best practices in adult patient care. Experienced with medical equipment such as syringe pumps, infusion pumps, suction apparatuses, blood pressure monitoring machines, T-34 syringe drivers.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered nurse
Leicester Royal Infirmary Hospital, UK
Leicester, Leicestershire
11.2021 - Current
- Assessment and Monitoring : Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission through ABCDE approach, monitoring patient condition and reporting any changes and concerns swiftly.
- Medication Administration : Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections, including blood products and nutrition prescribed by medical officers, ensuring accurate dosing and monitoring for any adverse reactions.
- Family Support and Education : Established positive rapport with patients and families by providing emotional support through active listening and compassionate care, including giving education about various medical procedures.
- Collaboration with Multidisciplinary Team : Liaised closely with ward consultants, specialist nurses, social workers, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans and to communicate patient needs.
- Emergency Response : Responded swiftly and effectively to medical emergencies in the ward such as respiratory distress, cardiac arrest, unstable vital signs and implemented appropriate interventions to stabilise the patient's condition.
- Pain Management : Assessed and managed patient's pain level using a combination of pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions to ensure optimal comfort.
- Nutritional Care : Met the nutritional requirements of the patients through administering NG feed, RIG feed according to each patient's requirements.
- Wound Care : Performed wound assessments, changed dressings, wound care procedures for patients different types of wounds including pressure ulcers effectively.
- Infection Control : Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties and minimised cross-contamination risks and thereby ensuring patient safety.
- Patient Advocacy : Served as advocates for older adults and their families, ensuring their needs and preferences were communicated and respected throughout their hospital stay.
- Documentation : Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, interventions and responses to treatment in hospital EPR ensuring compliance with hospital policies and guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dr. B R Ambedkar Institute of Nursing
India 09.2018 - 02.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Mangala School of Nursing
Karnataka, India 08.2014 - 02.2018
Skills
- Excellent Communication : Able to effectively listen and communicate both verbally and non-verbally with clients in a manner that ensures confidentiality
- Problem Solving : Resourceful problem solver capable of implementing solutions to complex problems concerning patients after consulting with medical teams
- Teamwork : Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to co-ordinate patient care and made appropriate allied health referral for patients
- Technical : Extensively used in academic and professional environments,(MS-Word, PowerPoint, Electronic patient record and electronic referral system)
- Eagerness to learn : Attended education sessions, completed work packages and health modules to stay updated on best practices and advancements in adults’ patient care
NURSING COUNCIL REGISTRATION
- Nursing and Midwifery Board AHPRA
Reg No. NMW0002866385 (Sep-2024 to May-2025)
- Nursing and Midwifery Council, UK
Reg No. 22B0394O (Feb-2022 to Feb-2028)
- Karnataka State Nursing Council, India
Reg No. 217410 (Oct-2018 to Life Member)
EQUIPMENTS USED
- Syringe driver
- Infusion pump
- T-34 syringe pump
- Blood pressure monitoring machine
- Pulse oximeter
- Nebulisation machine
- Suction apparatus
- ECG machine
- Bladder scan machine
Cases Handled
All medical cases
- Heart problems
- Chest infections and other respiratory conditions
- Infections, such as chest and urine infections
- Gastrointestinal bleeding
- Drug and alcohol problems
- Acute illness in the elderly
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Diabetic patients
REFEREES
- Ms. Lilian Tako
Ward Manager
Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester LE1 5WW
United Kingdom.
Tel: +44 1162585051, Ext 5051
Email: lilian.tako@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
- Ms. Princy Catherine Jose
Registered Nurse
Leicester Royal Infirmary, Leicester LE1 5WW
United Kingdom.
Tel: +44 7721949039
Email: princycatherine.jose@uhl-tr.nhs.uk
Timeline
Registered nurse
Leicester Royal Infirmary Hospital, UK
11.2021 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dr. B R Ambedkar Institute of Nursing
09.2018 - 02.2021
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing
Mangala School of Nursing
08.2014 - 02.2018
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