Aswathy Jacob
Cheltenham,Gloucestershire
Summary
Dedicated Staff Nurse specialising in Orthopaedic care, achieved high standards in patient treatment through advanced clinical training and a commitment to continuous skill development. Excelled in emergency patient care, demonstrating responsiveness to dynamic patient needs while ensuring compliance with hospital policies and NHS guidelines. Focused on enhancing patient comfort and safety, applying strong communication skills and sound clinical judgement to deliver compassionate, effective care.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Staff nurse
cheltenham general hospital
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2020.09 - Current
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Monitored vital signs, identifying any significant changes in condition.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff ensuring timely delivery of medicines.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Facilitated smooth discharge processes for a seamless transition home.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene within the ward.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Managed wound dressings, promoting healing and preventing infection.
- Updated patient records meticulously to ensure accurate documentation.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Administered medication with meticulous attention to detail.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Delivered consistently high standards of individualized nursing care, best maintaining patients' health and well being.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Adhered strictly to safety guidelines minimizing workplace incidents.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Health care assistant
Cheltenham General hospital
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire
2016.08 - 2020.08
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Popularized health promotion campaigns among patients by distributing relevant literature and explaining key messages clearly.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by NHS.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Delivered high-quality patient service by maintaining cleanliness in wards.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Monitored client health conditions and reported immediate issues to manager.
- Charted daily observations, mobility activity and eating percentages to aid continued client assessment.
- Helped service users improve their independence, building strength and confidence to enhance daily living.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Met with patients and families to discuss care plan adaptations, seeking continual improvement.
- Built patient confidence through physical exercise, promoting positive lifestyle changes and improved wellbeing.
- Promoted positive physical and emotional wellbeing through empathetic care and compassionate assistance.
- Monitored patients' conditions closely and escalated concerns to senior staff.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain optimum levels of communication.
- Thoroughly sterilised and sanitised clinical equipment and accessories.
- Explained treatments and hospital processes to patients.
- Used outstanding communication and interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with clients for exceptional satisfaction ratings.
- Prioritised patient welfare, providing comfort, reassurance and support to reduce anxiety and distress.
- Recorded clinical observations in electronic health record and reported observed changes to senior clinical staff.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting to foster a sense of community spirit among them .
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for a safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Escorted patients for tests or procedures within the hospital premises whilst ensuring their safety and comfort.
Health care assistant
Millheath nursing home
newport,south wales, southwales
2016.04 - 2016.08
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
- Ensured infection control measures were adhered to strictly for safe environment for both staff and patients alike.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for enhanced quality of life while living .
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction residents within care home setting to foster sense of community spirit among them .
- Maintained stock levels of medical supplies on ward, ensured uninterrupted provision of care services during shifts.
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Administered non-prescription medication under supervision, relieved minor discomforts swiftly.
- Upheld patient confidentiality at all times whilst performing duties as per data protection norms set down by
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Collaborated with nurses to provide comprehensive patient care, ensuring smooth recovery path.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Maintained confidentiality and compliance standards for optimised patient care.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within the care home setting
- Completed care documentation and monitored patient progress to achieve up-to-date records.
Health care assistant
Nightingle nursing home.
Ware, Hertfordshire
2010.10 - 2016.02
- Monitored vital signs of patients with meticulous attention to detail for accurate readings.
- Enhanced healing process by changing wound dressings regularly.
- Assisted in physical therapy sessions with patients to promote mobility improvement.
- Liaised between patients and healthcare professionals, facilitated effective communication channels.
- Provided basic health education to patients for proper self-care post discharge.
- Coordinated activities that encourage social interaction amongst residents within care home setting to foster sense of community spirit among them.
- Managed personal hygiene of bed-bound patients, maintained dignity and respect at all times.
- Kept detailed records of patient progress, assisted medical staff in treatment planning.
- Assisted elderly residents with daily tasks such as eating, bathing and dressing up for an enhanced quality of life while living in care homes.
- Worked closely with nurses to maintain high levels of communication.
- Prepared healthy meals and delivered feeding support.
- Ensured safe, secure living conditions for service users, reducing risk and enhancing quality of life.
- Improved service users' daily lives through compassionate conversation, empathetic care and community socialisation.
Theater Staff Nurse
Mariyampur hospital
Kanpur, India, India
2005.10 - 2007.10
- Increased patient understanding with clear explanation of medical procedures.
- Administered medication for pain management and symptom control.
- Identified early warning signs of deteriorating health through vigilant monitoring.
- Executed clinical tasks efficiently whilst maintaining attention to detail.
- Handled emergency situations calmly leading to successful crisis resolution.
- Administered intravenous fluids, achieving correct hydration levels in patients.
- Liaised effectively with relatives, keeping them informed about patient progress.
- Assisted doctors during examinations for efficient healthcare delivery.
- Delivered exceptional nursing care, resulting in improved patient satisfaction rates.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Prepared patients for surgery by following strict hygiene and fasting procedures.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Managed high-volume caseloads of up to 16-20 patients per shift.
- Provided first-class care across various wards and units for patients with complex medical needs.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Prepared patients for surgery, ensuring their comfort and understanding of procedures.
- Coordinated with anaesthetist for smooth induction process in surgery room.
- Offered valuable assistance during complicated surgeries, improving overall success rate.
- Worked as part of multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
Education
NVQ Level 4 - Health and Social Care
A & S College
London 2008.09 - 2010.04
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mother Vannini School of Nursing
Andra/ India 2002.08 - 2005.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Science
Centre Board og Secondary Education
Kerala/India 2001.06 - 2002.03
IELTS - Language
Darshana Institute
Kerala, India 2007.11 - 2008.07
High School Diploma - General Subjects
Central Board of Secondary Education
Kerala/ India 1998.06 - 2001.04
Skills
- Advanced clinical training
- Grief handling
- Responsive interactions
- Insulin administration competence
- Emergency response readiness
Affiliations
- Reading,Stiching
Course and Certification
Practice Supervisor and practice Assessor Preparation course
Functional Skills English and Maths.
Basic computer Course
Foundation of Orthopedic Nursing Practice
Pathophysiology of Musculoskeletal Injury
Orthopedic assessment and diagnostic skills
Fracture management and Immobilization
Joint replacement Nursing Care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Staff nurse
cheltenham general hospital
2020.09 - Current
Health care assistant
Cheltenham General hospital
2016.08 - 2020.08
Health care assistant
Millheath nursing home
2016.04 - 2016.08
Health care assistant
Nightingle nursing home.
2010.10 - 2016.02
NVQ Level 4 - Health and Social Care
A & S College
2008.09 - 2010.04
IELTS - Language
Darshana Institute
2007.11 - 2008.07
Theater Staff Nurse
Mariyampur hospital
2005.10 - 2007.10
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Mother Vannini School of Nursing
2002.08 - 2005.08
Certificate of Higher Education - Science
Centre Board og Secondary Education
2001.06 - 2002.03
High School Diploma - General Subjects
Central Board of Secondary Education
1998.06 - 2001.04