Chinthu Thomas
Belfast
Summary
Experienced nursing professional providing quality care to patients in variety of medical settings. Delivers excellent communication and task prioritization skills for effective patient care coordination. Proven ability to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environment.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Care Assistant
Spa Nursing Homes Ltd
02.2023 - Current
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Assisted patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces, and purchasing supplies.
- Encouraged patients to participate in safe physical activity to help boost mood and improve overall wellness.
- Kept close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients to address concerns and protect each person from harm.
- Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Checked vital signs on daily basis and contacted supervisor regarding patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Increased medication and medical terminology knowledge through research and continuing education.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Followed nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
Staff Nurse
Bethlehem Abhayabhavan
10.2019 - 11.2022
- Performed psychiatric patient’s residential care as staff nurse at Bethlehem Abhayabhavan charitable society (350 beds), Reg: 225/2000 Koovappady Perumbavoor, Kerala, India.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
- Experienced in caring critically ill inmates especially post-partum hemorrhage patients
- Collecting blood samples and specimens for investigations, administering medicines fluids, blood products
- Meeting nutritional needs of inmates (oral, enteral, total parenteral nutrition, intravenous infusion)
- Taking hand over reports and bedside rounds, Maintaining inventories as per requirements and protocols.
- Giving enemas, bowel wash, tracheostomy care, sitz bath, perineal care, catheter care, steam inhalation, chest physiotherapy.
- Monitor inmates progress and document changes to behavior or health.
- Provide care to psychiatric inmates.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Break
Maternity Break
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Career break for maternity leave, to bring up my twins (girl & boy)
- i was enjoying time with my blessed ones
Registered Nurse
Dubai Specialized Medical center
10.2012 - 03.2018
- Performed collecting blood samples and specimens for investigations, administering nebulization, oxygen via face mask, nasal prongs.
- Monitoring vital signs, IV fluids and electrolyte balance, checking cuff pressure and pain scale, assessment of vital signs, to maintain strict aseptic techniques.
- Performed giving enemas, bowel wash, tracheostomy care, sitz bath, perineal care, catheter care, steam inhalation, chest physiotherapy.
- Planning and implementation of patient care (includes hygiene, nutrition, comfort measures, administration of medicine).
- Performed insurance co-ordination tasks, maintained patient, drug, compliance records and reports
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Staff Nurse
St. Thomas hospital Punalur
11.2011 - 09.2012
- Performed receiving and admission of patients, data collection, Assessment of vital signs.
- Performed collecting blood samples and specimens for investigations, administering nebulization, oxygen via face mask, nasal prongs
- Physical examination and diagnostic evaluation, health Education
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
ICU Nurse
Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences
11.2009 - 08.2011
- Worked as ICU staff nurse in MIMS (220 bed), kottakal, managed various ICU critical activities.
- Performed surgical Emergencies including Acute abdomen, Appendicitis, Laparotomy, Head Injury, Burns, TURP, URSL, PCNL, Craniotomy, TKR, THR, DHS, LSCS, TAH, and Hernioplasty.
- Performed Medical Emergencies including Bronchitis, Asthma, ARDS, Cor pulmonale, Epilepsy, Stroke, Neurology, Encephalitis, Meningitis, Sepsis, Poisoning, Pulmonary edema, Renal failure, ESRD.
- Performed cardiac Emergencies including CAD, Myocardial Infarction, LeftVentricular Failure, Arrythmias, Sudden Cardiac Arrest, Hypo tension, Hypertension, Valvular Heart Diseases.
- Preparation of emergency drugs and emergency trays ready to use (intubations tray, catheterization tray, aspiration sets, gown packs etc.)
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Adaptable individual with exceptional interpersonal skills and talent for building relationships. Known for delivering outstanding service and enhancing client satisfaction. Focused on fostering positive interactions and creating collaborative environment.
- Triaged patients and delegated treatment needs to qualified staff and specialized departments.
Education
B.Sc Nursing And Midwifery - Healthcare
Dr. NTR University of Medical Sciences
Andhra Pradesh, India12-2008
Vocational Higher Secondary Kerala Board - Medical Laboratory Technology
Plus Two
Kerala, India03-2004
SSLC - Kerala Board -
SSLC
Kerala, India03-2002
Skills
- Nursing, Patient care, Emergency care, Ventilators (Siemens -300, Servo – S& I)
- ECG Cardiac Monitors - Marquette, Agilent
- Pulse Oxymeters -HP, Defibrillators - HP, Infusion & Syringe Pumps - B Brans
- Suction Apparatus, Blood Warmer, Echo machine
- ABG and Electrolyte machine -AVL, Computerized Central Monitor
- IABP –data Scope, Arrow, Transducers, Glucometer
- Dialysis Analyzer –B Braun, C pap & Bi pap (dragger)
- Endo Tracheal Intubations, Central Line Placement
- PICC Line Insertion, Lumbar Puncture, Vaccine, Medication Administration
- Intercostals Drainage, Peritoneal & Haemodialysis
- Jugular Venous Catheterization, Pulmonary Artery Catheterization
- Bone Marrow Aspiration / Biopsy, Percutaneous Tracheotomy
- Insertion of Arterial Canula, Thoracentesis and Pericardiocentesis
- Intake and discharge, Patient education
- Critical care, Emergency Procedures, Palliative care, Tracheostomy Care
- Chronic disease management, Wound Care
- Vital signs monitoring, Social interaction, Dressing assistance
- Privacy and confidentiality, Continuing education
- Personal hygiene assistance, Medical equipment
- Toileting assistance, Infection control
- Behavior documentation, Medication administration
- Evidence-based practices, Client relationship management
- Patient care, Emergency response, Palliative care
- Laundry processing, ADL support
Accomplishments
- Level 2 National Award in Infection Control from Highfield Awarding Body for Compliance (MEA).
- BLS Certification from American Heart Association.
- Certification Of attendance for Best Practices in Infection Control Workshop held at On Time Healthcare Services, Training Center, Business Village, Dubai (DHA Accredited).
- Certification Of attendance for Continuing Medical Education program titled “Recent Updates in Urocare” held at Dubai (DHA Accredited).
- Certification Of attendance for attending seminar on Recent Trends in Medicine organized in association with Gulf Medical University held at Thumbay Hospital, Dubai (MOH Accredited).
- Best Practices in Infection Control Workshop, Time Healthcare Services, Training center, Business Village, Deira, Dubai.
- Training on Advanced Nursing Theory and Application, Malabar Institute of Medical sciences from August to November 2009.
- Training on Best Practices in Infection Control Workshop,Time Healthcare Services, Training center, Business Village, Deira, Dubai.
Additional Information
- Passport Number: T1830215
- Place of Issue: Cochin, Kerala
- Date of Issue: 28/12/2018
- Date of Expiry: 27/12/2028
Certification
- Registered in Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council - 26/09/2009 till 06/01/2027
- Registered in Dubai Health Authority license on 11/10/2012 till 25/03/2018
- Registered in The Andhra Pradesh Nurses, Midwives, Auxiliary Nurse-Midwives and Health Visitors Council on 11/05/2009 till 10/05/2019
- submitted for Nursing and Midwifery Council Registeration
Affiliations
- Nursing and Midwifery Council
- Kerala Nurses and Midwives Council
- DHA
Languages
Malayalam
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Tamil
Upper intermediate
B2
Hindi
Upper intermediate
B2
Telugu
Intermediate
B1
Arabic
Elementary
A2
Software
Outlook
Ms Word
Excel
Powerpoint
Chat GPT
Timeline
Senior Care Assistant
Spa Nursing Homes Ltd
02.2023 - Current
Staff Nurse
Bethlehem Abhayabhavan
10.2019 - 11.2022
Break
Maternity Break
04.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse
Dubai Specialized Medical center
10.2012 - 03.2018
Staff Nurse
St. Thomas hospital Punalur
11.2011 - 09.2012
ICU Nurse
Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences
11.2009 - 08.2011
B.Sc Nursing And Midwifery - Healthcare
Dr. NTR University of Medical Sciences
Vocational Higher Secondary Kerala Board - Medical Laboratory Technology
Plus Two
SSLC - Kerala Board -
SSLC
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