Neethu Vinod Kollamkulangara
Manchester,MAN
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse in Endoscopy, known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care management, endoscopic procedure assistance, and pre- and post-operative support. Excel in communication, empathy, and teamwork to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
Compassionate registered nurse with background in emergency and critical care. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse Endoscopy
Manchester foundation trust
Manchester
02.2024 - Current
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Monitored anesthesia during endoscopic procedures while assessing vital signs of the patient.
- Provided pre-operative and post-operative patient education.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted diagnostic tests such as ultrasound imaging and biopsies for further evaluation of GI tract disorders.
- Identified potential risks associated with certain types of endoscopies and took preventative measures accordingly.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Utilized specialized tools such as forceps or snares to remove tissue samples or lesions from within the body cavity safely.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Assessed patient condition, ordered laboratory tests, monitored vital signs, and documented changes in patients' conditions.
- Performed endoscopic procedures such as gastroscopy, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy, and other therapeutic interventions.
- Administered intravenous medications and monitored their effects on the patient.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies regarding infection control practices before, during and after endoscopic procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Maintained accurate records of all endoscopic procedures performed along with any complications that may have occurred during the process.
- Advised physicians on appropriate use of endoscopy equipment for optimal results.
- Provided care to patients with a variety of gastrointestinal issues including ulcers, GERD, IBD and colorectal cancer.
- Managed emergency situations quickly and efficiently ensuring positive outcomes for the patient.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Educated families about endoscopic procedures and treatments available to their loved ones.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Communicated effectively with both medical staff members as well as family members involved in the care of a particular patient.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality care delivery throughout the procedure.
- Participated in research projects related to endoscopy treatments and outcomes.
- Instructed patients on proper nutrition prior to undergoing an endoscopic procedure.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Reviewed patient reports for accuracy before release.
Registered Nurse Orthopaedic Trauma Unit
Manchester foundation trust
Manchester
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Royal oman police hospital
Muscat
04.2016 - 02.2021
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Identified symptoms, gathered medical history, and documented patient information accurately.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including assessments, treatments provided, test results received from labs and other departments, discharge instructions given.
- Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
- Utilized EHR systems effectively for documentation purposes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing duties such as taking blood samples or administering injections.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
- Cultivated professional conduct operating under triage nursing care guidelines.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Supported criminal inquiries by reporting injuries and completing evidence collection kits.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
- Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Operated and maintained emergency department equipment, performing regular checks for functionality and safety.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Provided emotional support for patients during stressful times.
- Delivered compassionate end-of-life care when needed according to established hospice guidelines.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or lab work according to physician orders.
- Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
- Documented all patient interactions, assessments, and interventions in electronic health records with accuracy.
- Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, technicians, therapists, social workers, family members and other healthcare providers.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Upheld patient safety standards by preventing unauthorized access or incorrect dosage administration.
- Collaborated with public safety and community organizations to improve emergency response and patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and other indicators of patient health status.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Treated patients by administering various types of medications and therapies.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
- Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse- Non Communicable Disease Prevent
Amrita institute of medical sciences and research centre
Kochi, Kerala, India
06.2015 - 04.2016
- Assessment of patient’s for risk of non communicable diseases
- Providing needed info on tests
- Collaborating with multi disciplinary team
- Documentation
- Gaining consent for using the information for reserch purpose
- Providing doccuments needed for research works on non communicable diseases prevention .
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Follow up with community
Registered Nurse- Neuro Surgery-orthopaedic Ward
Amrita institute of medical sciences and research centre
Kochi, Kerala, India
01.2009 - 12.2011
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions, and provided home care strategies.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Care of patients with skin and skeletal tractions
- Referal to physiotherapist and collaborating treatment
- Post neuro surgery patient care
- Monitoring Gcs
- Wound care and dressing
- Maintaining intake output charts
- Assissting with invasive procedures
- Following ANTT
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Deemed Urniversity
India12-2009
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Pre-operative care
- Endoscopy procedures
- Post operative care
- Nursing documentation
- Biopsy assistance
- Conscious sedation
- Polypectomy assistance
- IV insertion
- Specimen collection
- Flexible endoscope handling
- Colonoscopy procedure assistance
- Endoscopic equipment maintenance
- Endoscopic mucosal resection
- Advanced endoscopy techniques
- Pre-and Post-procedure care
- Infection control protocols
- IV insertion and management
- Patient positioning techniques
- Endoscope handling
- Upper endoscopy expertise
- Gastrointestinal anatomy
- Flexible sigmoidoscopy proficiency
- Polypectomy expertise
- Sedation administration
- Bronchoscopy assistance
- Enteroscopy procedure support
- Foreign body removal assistance
- Biopsy procedures
- Continuing education
- Cultural history
- Quality improvemen
- Equipment sterilization
- Iv therapy
- Picc line care
- Safeguarding adult and child
- Basic life support
- Dementia care
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Arabic
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hindi
Advanced
C1
Malayalam
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Registered Nurse Endoscopy
Manchester foundation trust
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Orthopaedic Trauma Unit
Manchester foundation trust
05.2021 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Royal oman police hospital
04.2016 - 02.2021
Registered Nurse- Non Communicable Disease Prevent
Amrita institute of medical sciences and research centre
06.2015 - 04.2016
Registered Nurse- Neuro Surgery-orthopaedic Ward
Amrita institute of medical sciences and research centre
01.2009 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham Deemed Urniversity