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ANILA VIJAYAKUMAR

COLYFORD,DEVON

Summary

Dedicated nursing professional with expertise in wound dressing, infection prevention, and patient-centred care. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, IV drug therapy management, and pre- and post-operation care, with a strong focus on elderly care and pain management. Skilled in medication administration, catheter care, and basic life support, complemented by exceptional teamwork, communication skills, and nursing staff leadership. Adept at charting and reporting with a positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare outcomes.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Team leader

doveleighcare ltd
colyton, devon
05.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated daily tasks, ensuring smooth workflow within the team.
  • Coached team members through new or difficult workflows.
  • Delegated tasks to make best use of individuals' skills.
  • Provided leadership and direction for employees, supervising activities to drive productivity and efficiency.
  • Prioritised tasks according to urgency and importance, optimising workload allocation among team members.

Staff nurse

aravinda hospitals
kottayam, kerala
10.2017 - 12.2021
  • Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
  • Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
  • Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
  • Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
  • Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
  • Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.

Staff nurse

mary matha hospitals
kottayam, kerala
03.2009 - 08.2015
  • Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
  • Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
  • Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.

Education

general nursing and midwifery - nursing

navaneetham school of nursing
bangalore
09.2005 - 02.2009

HIGHER SECONDARY - COMMERCE

S.N.D.P HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
VENKURINJI
06.2003 - 03.2005

S.S.L.C - PRIMARY AND HIGH SCHOOL

ST.JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
KOOVAPPALLY
06.1993 - 03.2003

Skills

  • Wound dressing
  • Teamwork
  • Blood pressure monitoring
  • Time-management
  • Vital signs
  • Pre- and post-operation care
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Medicine administration
  • Basic life support
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Infection prevention and control
  • Catheter care
  • Patient-centred approach
  • Communication skills
  • Pain management
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Basic Life Support Certification
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • Charting and reporting
  • Positive attitude
  • Medication Administration
  • Elderly care

Timeline

Team leader

doveleighcare ltd
05.2022 - Current

Staff nurse

aravinda hospitals
10.2017 - 12.2021

Staff nurse

mary matha hospitals
03.2009 - 08.2015

general nursing and midwifery - nursing

navaneetham school of nursing
09.2005 - 02.2009

HIGHER SECONDARY - COMMERCE

S.N.D.P HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
06.2003 - 03.2005

S.S.L.C - PRIMARY AND HIGH SCHOOL

ST.JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL
06.1993 - 03.2003

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