Neethu Kuruvila
Leeds,British Forces
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with extensive experience in medical-surgical and high dependency unit settings. Proficient in patient assessment, medication administration, wound care, and emergency response. Demonstrated leadership as a senior staff nurse, supervising junior staff and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, evidence-based patient care. Committed to upholding high clinical standards and promoting patient safety through continuous professional development.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Perioperative Assistant
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
Leeds, United Kingdom
2024.03 - Current
- Prepare operating theatres, ensuring equipment, instruments, and supplies are clean, available, and ready for use.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organised theatre environment in line with infection prevention and control standards.
- Assist with patient positioning, transfers, and moving and handling while ensuring comfort, dignity, and safety.
- Support the surgical team during procedures within the scope of practice.
- Participate in the WHO Surgical Safety Checklist and patient safety processes.
- Assist with stock control, equipment checks, and replenishing theatre supplies.
- Prepare theatres between cases to support efficient turnaround.
- Provide pre- and post-operative patient support and reassurance.
- Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team to ensure smooth theatre operations.
- Follow Trust policies, health and safety, infection control, and safeguarding procedures.
- Report concerns, incidents, and equipment issues appropriately.
- Contribute to a positive team environment and ongoing professional development.
Senior staff nurse
Sakra World Hospital
Bangalore, India
2019.08 - 2020.09
- Delivered safe, compassionate, and evidence-based nursing care to patients in the Emergency Day Care Ward and COVID Intensive Care Unit (ICU).
- Assessed patients, monitored clinical conditions, administered medications, and ensured high standards of care throughout treatment and recovery.
- Managed pre-operative and post-operative patients, including monitoring vital signs, wound care, pain management, and patient education.
- Provided specialist care for critically ill COVID-19 patients requiring close observation, oxygen therapy, and intensive nursing interventions.
- Administered intravenous (IV) therapies, including antibiotics, fluids, blood products, and albumin infusions, while monitoring for therapeutic effectiveness and adverse reactions.
- Maintained strict infection prevention and control (IPC) standards to ensure patient and staff safety.
- Accurately documented patient assessments, treatments, and clinical outcomes in accordance with professional and organisational standards.
- Collaborated effectively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely, high-quality patient care in a fast-paced clinical environment.
- Supervised, mentored, and supported junior nurses and healthcare assistants, promoting a positive learning environment and high standards of clinical practice.
- Provided emotional support, reassurance, and health education to patients and their families, ensuring compassionate, patient-centred care.
- Prioritised patient safety, responded promptly to changes in patient condition, and contributed to positive clinical outcomes.
Registered staff nurse
King Khalid Hospital
Najran, Saudi Arabia
2012.02 - 2016.01
- Provided safe, patient-centred nursing care in a busy Surgical Ward.
- Delivered pre-operative and post-operative patient care.
- Assessed patients, monitored vital signs, and identified clinical deterioration.
- Administered medications, IV therapies, and prescribed treatments safely.
- Performed wound care and dressing changes using aseptic technique.
- Managed pain and monitored patient recovery.
- Maintained infection prevention and control (IPC) standards.
- Assisted with patient mobilisation, rehabilitation, and activities of daily living.
- Educated patients and families on treatment, medications, and discharge care.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
- Worked collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care.
- Responded effectively to emergencies while promoting patient safety and wellbeing.
Registered staff nurse
Metro Heart Institute.
Faridabad, India
2011.06 - 2012.01
- Provide safe, compassionate, and patient-centred nursing care.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments and monitor vital signs.
- Identify changes in patient condition and escalate concerns promptly.
- Develop and implement individualized nursing care plans.
- Administer medications safely and monitor for effectiveness and side effects.
- Provide preoperative and postoperative nursing care.
- Perform wound assessment and dressing changes using aseptic technique.
- Monitor for infection, complications, and patient deterioration.
- Maintain infection prevention and control standards.
- Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and discharge care.
- Collaborate with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure quality care.
- Respond effectively to medical emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions.
- Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential patient documentation.
- Promote patient safety by preventing falls, pressure injuries, and medication errors.
- Participate in quality improvement initiatives and professional development.
- Support and supervise junior nurses, healthcare assistants, and student nurses.
- Assist in maintaining ward supplies, equipment, and a positive team environment.
- Deliver evidence-based nursing care to promote recovery and positive patient outcomes.
Staff nurse
Apollo Hospitals
Bangalore, India
2009.03 - 2011.03
- Provide safe, basic nursing care under the supervision of senior nurses.
- Assist in the care of post-operative and critically ill patients.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes in patient condition.
- Administer medications under supervision and follow prescribed treatments.
- Assist with wound care, personal hygiene, and patient comfort.
- Develop clinical skills in patient assessment and care planning.
- Learn to prioritize workload and respond to emergencies with guidance.
- Participate in patient handovers and multidisciplinary team communication.
- Adhere to hospital policies, infection control, and patient safety standards.
- Continuously develop knowledge, confidence, and competence in nursing practice.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences
India 2004.10 - 2008.10
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Wound Care
- Infection Control
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Documentation
- Emergency Response
- Team Leadership
- Staff Supervision
- Care Planning
- Patient Education
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Communication
- Time Management
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- NURSING AND MIDWIFERY COUNCIL(NMC)
- KERALA NURSES AND MIDWIVES COUNCIL
- SAUDI COMMISSION AND HEALTH SPECIALITIES
Timeline
Perioperative Assistant
Leeds Teaching Hospitals
2024.03 - Current
Senior staff nurse
Sakra World Hospital
2019.08 - 2020.09
Registered staff nurse
King Khalid Hospital
2012.02 - 2016.01
Registered staff nurse
Metro Heart Institute.
2011.06 - 2012.01
Staff nurse
Apollo Hospitals
2009.03 - 2011.03
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University Of Health Sciences
2004.10 - 2008.10