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Jabu Mathew

Antrim

Summary

A skilled, knowledgeable, and competent registered nurse with 11+ years of comprehensive experience in various clinical settings in the UK which includes 1 year and 8 months of current experience in Emergency department and 10 years of previous experience in nursing home settings working as a deputy nurse manager .

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Antrim Area Hospital
01.2024 - Current
  • Providing care and treatment to patients presenting with range of emergencies and illness.
  • Proficient in planning, assessing, implementation and evaluation of patient care.
  • Skillfully using interdisciplinary collaboration and evidence-based practise to bring the best patient outcome.
  • Using clinical reasoning skills while assessing patient's conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians when required.
  • Improving the patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
  • Collaborating with physicians to assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing acute conditions.
  • Administering medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Using the clinical skill in venepuncture and cannulation to provide effective treatment in an acute setting.
  • Safe administration of blood and blood products in an acute settings.working with a multidisciplinary team in delivering effective resuscitation to the patients arriving to the emergency department with life threatening conditions.
  • Triaging conditions and application of skills to apply various kinds of casts and wound care to the patients arriving in the emergency department following trauma.
  • Reducing patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
  • Optimizing the patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Acting as a resource for colleagues by sharing clinical expertise, participating in educational opportunities, and serving as a preceptor for new nurses joining the Emergency Department team.
  • Answering the codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Maintaining professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Promoting a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Facilitating smooth transitions of care by effectively communicating pertinent information during hand-over and discharge planning.
  • Providing valuable support to families during critical situations by offering emotional support, answering questions, and assisting with decision-making processes related to their loved one's care.
  • Administering emergency medications to stabilize patients, improving chances for recovery.
  • Enhancing patient outcomes by delivering prompt and accurate care in life-threatening situations.
  • Participating in continuous education programs to stay updated with latest in emergency nursing practices.
  • Providing skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Evaluating patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Performing frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Using first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Scanning the bladder and catheterizing the patients for relieving the symptoms.

Deputy Manager

Bloomfields Private Nursing Home
02.2018 - 12.2023
  • Successfully provided nursing care to patients with dementia and other cognitive impairments.
  • Specializing in providing care to palliative patients.
  • Developed and implemented patient care plans, including assessment and treatments.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best patient outcomes.
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients with complex needs.
  • Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
  • Implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance by maintaining accurate records and staying up-to-date on Nursing home standards. Maintaining the standards of the nursing home as per the RQIA norms.
  • Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians,Speech and language therapist, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Investigating and resolving complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by using clinical judgment and home management expertise.
  • Managed 8 nurses and nursing activities in a 36 beded nursing home by providing comprehensive nursing guidance and maintaining patient satisfaction and care standards.
  • Fostered improvement in staff development, personnel training, and standards of patient care.
  • Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with regulatory standards.
  • Advocated for patient's rights and ethical considerations in all aspects of care delivery.
  • Established strong relationships with patients and families, providing support and education throughout the treatment process and palliative care.
  • Worked at least 160 hours per month as floor nurse to maintain clinical proficiency.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates with proactive interventions, planning and patient education.
  • Coordinated staffing resources to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios.
  • Communication with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Maintain a high quality standard by performing routine medication audits and upholding best practices.
  • Delivering exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Did Assessment of the patients to determine their suitability to be admitted to the Nursing Home .
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Senior Staff Nurse

Conway Group of Health Care
11.2013 - 02.2018
  • Successfully provided nursing care to patients with dementia and other cognitive impairments.
  • Monitored and document patient’s conditions and provided education and support to families.
  • Assisted in the development of nursing protocols and practices.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with patients and their families.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced the spread of infectious diseases within the unit.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families through open communication channels and regular updates on progress made during treatments or procedures.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Mentored junior nurses on best practices, contributing to the development of a highly skilled nursing team.
  • Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, facilitating comfort and dignity during their final stages.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions, upholding privacy regulations while ensuring seamless continuity of care.
  • Reduced medication errors by regularly reviewing prescriptions and ensuring accurate administration.
  • Coordinated meetings with case managers, social workers, and other professionals to ensure smooth delivery of care to the patients.
  • Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in daily nursing tasks.
  • Conducted thorough assessments for each patient upon admission, identifying potential risks or complications early on.
  • Served as a key liaison between patients, families, and physicians, ensuring timely communication of important information.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Timely referrals to the multidisciplinary teams like the speech and language therapist and the physiotherapist to prevent the complications and promote health.
  • Liaising with the palliative care nurse's to provide effective end of life care to the patients under the care .

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Smt. Radhikabai Meghe Memorial College of Nursing
Sawangi (Meghe),Wardha, Maharashtra, India.
06.2008

Skills

  • Patient assessments and triaging in ED
  • Intravenous therapy and cannulation
  • Basic Life Support
  • Effective communication and leadership
  • Plaster casting
  • Trauma nursing
  • Critical thinking
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Wound care
  • Decision-making
  • Initial trauma life support (ITLS)

Certification

  • Registered Nurse -NMC UK since 2013. Reg No:
  • Registered Nurse – Nursing council of New Zealand, Reg No:
  • Registered Nurse -Nursing and Midwifery Board AHPRA Registration, Reg no:

References

  • Melissa, Hinfey, melissa.hinfey@northerntrust.hscni.net, +4402894424000
  • Jincy, Mathew, bloomfieldsnursemanager@outlook.com, +4402890657799, Bloomfields Private Nursing Home

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Antrim Area Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Deputy Manager

Bloomfields Private Nursing Home
02.2018 - 12.2023

Senior Staff Nurse

Conway Group of Health Care
11.2013 - 02.2018

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Smt. Radhikabai Meghe Memorial College of Nursing
Jabu Mathew