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Anu Susan John

Bognor Regis,West Sussex

Summary

Experienced healthcare professional with extensive expertise in geriatric care, dementia care, and patient monitoring. Demonstrates proficiency in medication administration oversight, care planning, catheter and wound care, and checking oxygen levels to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Adept at adapting to changing situations and managing time effectively to deliver high-quality patient care. Committed to advancing healthcare practices while maintaining a focus on compassionate and personalised support for patients.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
2008
2008
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Registered nurse

Aronel cottage Care Home
Bognor Regis, West Sussex
02.2025 - Current
  • Conducted initial patient assessments upon admission; identified health needs and concerns swiftly.
  • Managed wound dressing changes, promoted healing.
  • Recorded patient data for accurate medical records.
  • Liaised with multidisciplinary team to improve patient outcomes.
  • Maintained strict infection control standards throughout ward duties, minimised cross-contamination risks.
  • Monitored patient vitals and necessary signs.
  • Responded to emergency situations quickly within appropriate procedures.
  • Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
  • Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
  • Delivered consistently high standards of individualised nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and wellbeing.
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
  • Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
  • Tested glucose and administered injections.
  • Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
  • Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
  • Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
  • Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
  • Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via IVs, subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
  • Took vital signs and treated wounds for doctors.
  • Used strong assessment skills to determine necessary patient care.
  • Monitored, assessed and recorded patient condition and coordinated patient discharge planning.
  • Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
  • Administered scheduled medications and therapies intravenously, rectally, orally, subcutaneously and intramuscular injections while overseeing pain management plans.
  • Performed all tasks with patient-centred focus while seeking opportunities for improvement of processes and treatments.
  • Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
  • Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
  • Applied wound management protocols and procedures to facilitate patient recovery goals.
  • Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
  • Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
  • Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
  • Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
  • Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
  • Maintained outstanding patient care levels through attentive, compassionate monitoring of physical and mental wellbeing.
  • Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
  • Facilitated patient admissions, transfers and discharges while delegating tasks and assignments and resolving conflicts and grievances.
  • Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.
  • Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic approaches to nursing.
  • Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
  • Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight and height.
  • Changed bandages, catheters and tracheostomies on regular basis.
  • Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
  • Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
  • Implemented and updated treatment plans in collaboration with doctors.
  • Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
  • Controlled narcotics and administered medicines on set schedule.
  • Managed BiPAP, CPAP, IV PICC, central lines, media ports and peripheral lines accurately to avoid issues and enhance patient care.
  • Planned and managed patient care in alignment with hospital standards of care.
  • Facilitated adequate pain management for assigned patients to minimise discomfort.
  • Assessed patients' condition and reported changes to charge matron, family and physician as appropriate.
  • Coordinated specialist referrals to assist patients.
  • Conducted invasive and non-invasive procedures, managing central lines and catheters.
  • Trained new staff to meet patient service goals and champion standards of care.
  • Communicated with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to communicate patient needs.
  • Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
  • Informed patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and options, chronic disease management and wound management.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Managed daily caseload, working collaboratively with interdisciplinary team.
  • Completed comprehensive patient assessments to determine individual needs and formulated care plans with physicians, case managers and social workers.
  • Developed healthcare plans for individuals and families.
  • Helped patients navigate health system by educating them on relevant subject areas and answering questions throughout treatment process.
  • Educated and counselled patients on diagnoses, chronic disease management and treatment plans.
  • Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualised plans of care to restore and promote patient health and recovery.
  • Thoroughly disinfected and correctly stored hospital equipment to safeguard health of staff and maintain order within ward.
  • Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
  • Skilfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
  • Provided organisational leadership to establish patient care benchmarks, standards and best practices to deliver consistent care.
  • Fostered relationships between nursing teams and patients.
  • Set up trays, supplies and sterile fields for office procedures.
  • Provided behavioural/emotional support and supervision for those with dementia and Alzheimer's.
  • Implemented new floor assignments based on evaluation of staffing requirements.

Senior care assistant

Aronel cottage Care Home
Bognor Regis , West Sussex
02.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated empathy whilst dealing with challenging behaviours or emotional distress from residents.
  • Optimised efficiency in handling administrative duties related to patient care documentation thus improving overall productivity.
  • Improved physical mobility of many residents with carefully planned exercise routines.
  • Ensured clean and safe living environment by routine cleaning tasks.
  • Collaborated with additional care providers to ensure seamless patient support.
  • Prepared healthy meals with additional mealtime planning, feeding and support.
  • Completed documentation of care, hospital actions and patient activities for up-to-date client records.
  • Minimised care continuity issues by keeping thorough, accurate records.
  • Maintained secure patient environments, enforcing safe systems and practices in line with safeguarding requirements.
  • Maintained optimal safety standards throughout client home and care environments, prioritising risk-reduction, health and hygiene.
  • Maintained high levels of client satisfaction by providing tailored, personalised care that consistently met individual needs.

Education

Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery

Viswabharathi School of Nursing, Kurnool
Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad / India
08.2004 - 08.2007

A-Levels - Science

IKTHSS Cheruklamba, Malappuram
Malappuram, Kerala India
06.2002 - 06.2004

GCSEs (10th Examination) -

LITTLE FLOWER HS VADAKARA, OLIYAPURAM PO
Koothattukulam, Ernakulam, Kerala / INDIA

Skills

  • Adapting to changing situations
  • Time management expertise
  • Medication administration oversight
  • Geriatric care knowledge
  • Patient care
  • Dementia care
  • Medication Administration
  • Medicine administration
  • Care planning
  • Patient monitoring
  • Catheter and wound care
  • Checking oxygen levels

Timeline

Registered nurse

Aronel cottage Care Home
02.2025 - Current

Senior care assistant

Aronel cottage Care Home
02.2022 - Current

Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery - Diploma in General Nursing & Midwifery

Viswabharathi School of Nursing, Kurnool
08.2004 - 08.2007

A-Levels - Science

IKTHSS Cheruklamba, Malappuram
06.2002 - 06.2004

GCSEs (10th Examination) -

LITTLE FLOWER HS VADAKARA, OLIYAPURAM PO
Anu Susan John