Nimmish Kurian
Oxford,united kingdom
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive expertise in hospital at home, surgical preparations, oncology, trauma nursing, and geriatric care. Demonstrates advanced clinical competence in patient-focused care, infection prevention, and complex case management. Proficient in healthcare informatics and medical software, optimizing clinic workflows to enhance patient safety. Experienced in leading multidisciplinary teams and mentoring nursing staff to implement evidence-based practices.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Senior nurse
OXYFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS
Oxford, United Kingdom
2020.11 - Current
- Achieved better health outcomes with careful management of medical records.
- Provided support for patient recovery through diligent monitoring and treatment administration.
- Took lead in conducting health promotion workshops raising awareness about various health conditions.
- Led team meetings to discuss patient progress, resulting in more coordinated care efforts.
- Educated families on post-discharge care to promote optimal recovery at home.
- Established rapport with patients, facilitating open communication about health concerns and treatment options.
- Maintained calm under pressure whilst dealing with emergency situations, contributing to efficient problem resolution..
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients, ensuring proper diagnosis and effective treatment plans.
- Administered medication accurately and timely, preventing medical complications or adverse reactions.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing risk of disease spread within the ward.
- Acted as a mentor for junior nurses helping them improve their practical skills.
- Advocated for patients' rights to quality healthcare, fostering trust and respect in the process.
- Facilitated smoother operations by organising staff schedules and coordinating ward activities.
- Kept abreast with latest nursing practices through continuous professional development courses enhancing service delivery standards.
- Collaborated with medical professionals for improved patient outcomes.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Oversaw admission, transfer and discharge of patients.
- Participated actively in multidisciplinary teams leading to holistic approach towards patient treatment.
- Handled complex equipment required for specific treatments improving proficiency in delivering high standard nursing care.
- Communicated with external departments to facilitate critical patient admissions.
- Maintained the privacy, dignity and safety of all patients, consistently adhering to health and safety policies.
- Consistently monitored patient health and wellbeing to recognise deterioration and initiate appropriate action.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Trained and developed junior nurses to successfully pass their probation period.
- Managed progression of care coordination between teams and across areas.
- Conducted rounds with physicians to assist with treatment and patient care.
- Assessed clinical performance of nursing students and new nurses and provided techniques to improve nursing care.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
- Provided and facilitated activities in medical emergencies or crisis situations.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSC nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
INDIAAdvanced History Taking
Oxford Brookes University
United KingdomSkills
- re-operative preparations
- Surgical preparations
- Oncology experience
- Trauma nursing experience
- Clinic workflow coordination
- Surgical aftercare competence
- Cardiac care expertise
- Triage proficiency
- Resilience during long shifts
- Empathy and understanding
- Healthcare informatics
- Geriatric care expertise
- Communication with multidisciplinary teams
- Leadership and mentoring
- Use of medical equipment
- Patient confidentiality adherence
- Advanced clinical expertise
- Rehabilitative care knowledge
- Wound care proficiency
- Cardio-Pulmonary resuscitation
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Healthcare policy knowledge
- Strategic planning in healthcare
- Resuscitation techniques
- IV therapy administration
- Patient safety awareness
- Medical software use
- Infection prevention and control
- Medication Administration
- End Of Life Care
- Cultural competence
- Dementia support
- De-escalation techniques
- Pain management techniques
- Medical team collaboration
- Patient advocacy
- Service orientation
- Geriatric care
- Clinical governance
- Infection control procedures
- Complex case management
- Diabetes management
- Compassionate care
- Bladder and bowel care
- Patient care
- Medicines management
- Basic life support
- Palliative Care
- Team Leadership
- Stoma care
- Recovery techniques
- Medical teamwork
- Risk Assessment
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Acute patient care delivery
- Clinical assessment
- Blood transfusion nursing
- Medical record management
- Acute care
- Emergency room care
- Clinical judgement
- Staffing schedules
- IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Ward supervision
- IV drug therapy management
- Pre- and post-operative care
- Nursing team mentoring
- Healthcare management
- Infection control protocols
- Intravenous infusions
- Patient-focused
- Patient confidentiality
- Blood pressure assessment
- Care and recovery planning
- Patient coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Health education
- Catheter insertion and care
- Patient pain management
- Wound dressing expertise
Timeline
Senior nurse
OXYFORD UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS NHS
2020.11 - Current
Bachelor of Science - BSC nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Advanced History Taking
Oxford Brookes University