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BASIL SABU

LONDON

Summary

Highly skilled healthcare professional with good communication abilities and extensive expertise in intravenous cannulation, IV medication and fluid administration, and blood draws. Proficient in central line management and educating patients on IV therapy procedures and aftercare. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care. Experienced in maintaining accurate patient records, managing Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN), and responding swiftly to medical emergencies. Demonstrates excellence in catheter and wound care, nutritional support management, and pressure sore prevention and treatment. Committed to delivering optimal patient care through meticulous adherence to hospital protocols, standards, and best practices.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse

Northwick Park Hospital
HARROW, LONDON
10.2022 - Current
  • Over 2 years of clinical nursing experience across Elderly Care and Gastroenterology wards.
  • Deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while managing a diverse caseload of complex conditions.
  • Skilled in medication administration, wound care, patient assessments, discharge planning, and multidisciplinary collaboration.
  • Provide compassionate care to elderly patients with chronic illnesses, cognitive impairments, and rehabilitation needs.
  • Proficient in managing gastrointestinal patients, including those with liver disease, IBD, and post-operative recovery.
  • Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to hospital policies and NMC standards.
  • Actively contribute to ward safety, infection control, and mentorship of junior staff and student nurses.


Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Direct Patient Care: Provide hands-on care by assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized patient care plans to ensure optimal recovery and well-being.
  • Medication Administration: Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physicians' orders, ensuring patient safety and adherence to prescribed care regimens.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams (including doctors, physiotherapists, and dietitians) to deliver holistic and patient-centered care.
  • Patient and Family Education: Educate patients and their families about health conditions, treatment options, and preventive care strategies to foster informed decision-making and self-management.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive, accurate, and up-to-date patient records and documentation in line with hospital policies and regulatory requirements to ensure continuity of care and legal compliance.


Education

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

MANIPAL COLLEGE OF NURSING
INDIA
/2016 - /2020

Skills

  • Intravenous Cannulation: Skilled in performing intravenous cannulation, ensuring proper vein selection and prioritizing patient comfort and safety
  • IV Medication and Fluid Administration: Proficient in administering IV medications and fluids following strict hospital protocols, ensuring accuracy and optimal patient care
  • Blood Draws and Specimen Handling: Experienced in conducting blood draws and preparing specimens for laboratory analysis, adhering to proper collection techniques and protocols
  • Central Line Management: Capable of managing and monitoring central lines, including Peripherally Inserted Central Catheters (PICC) and Central Venous Catheters (CVC), ensuring their proper functioning and preventing complications
  • Patient Education on IV Therapy: Educate patients on the procedures and aftercare associated with IV therapy and central lines, ensuring they understand the process and potential risks
  • Collaborative Care: Work effectively with interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement, and review patient care plans, ensuring a holistic and patient-centered approach
  • Patient Record Maintenance: Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records and documentation in compliance with hospital and legal standards, ensuring continuity of care
  • Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN): Experienced in managing and administering Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) to patients with nutritional needs that cannot be met via oral intake
  • Emergency Management: Respond promptly to medical emergencies, stabilizing patients and coordinating necessary interventions with multidisciplinary teams
  • Catheter and Wound Care: Provide expert catheter care and wound management, performing regular assessments and interventions to prevent complications and promote healing
  • Nutritional Support Management: Oversee and manage Nasogastric (NG) and Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (RIG) feeding, ensuring patients receive appropriate and safe nutritional support
  • Pressure Sore Management: Assess and manage patients with pressure sores, implementing effective prevention strategies and treatment plans to promote healing and reduce risks

Timeline

Nurse

Northwick Park Hospital
10.2022 - Current

Bachelor of Science - NURSING

MANIPAL COLLEGE OF NURSING
/2016 - /2020
BASIL SABU