Priya Augastine
Epsom
Summary
Diligent Neonatal nurse with 10 years strong background in neonatal intensive care. Successfully managed critical care for newborns, ensuring their well-being and recovery. Demonstrated ability to work under pressure and provide compassionate care while maintaining meticulous attention to detail. Utilizes advanced nursing skills and critical thinking to provide high-quality care.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Epsom And St Helier University Hospitals
10.2021 - Current
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and efficiently delegating responsibilities, ensuring all patients received timely care.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly respond to emergency situations, stabilizing patients until further medical assistance arrived.
- Advocated for patients'' needs during multidisciplinary meetings, ensuring appropriate resources were allocated for optimal care outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs closely during procedures or treatments, intervening swiftly when necessary to maintain patient stability.
- Participated in ongoing professional development to stay abreast of the latest advances in pediatric nursing practices.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to optimize patient care quality and effectiveness.
- Provided education to parents on proper home care techniques, minimizing hospital readmissions and promoting long-term wellbeing.
- Maintained continuous growth of professional knowledge and competencies through ongoing education opportunities.
- Improved patient comfort with introduction of child-friendly treatment areas, making hospital visits less intimidating for young patients.
Staff Nurse in NICU
King Abdullah Medical Complex
07.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintaining Inter Personal Relationship
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Nourishing the Patients
- Maintaining Diet
- Record all Medical Report
- Maintain Nurses Daily Records
- Maintain all Records & Reports
- Implement & Evaluate Nursing Care
- Initiate CPR during Cardio Pulmonary arrest
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Staff Nurse in NICU
Maternity & Child Hospital
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Staff Nurse in NNICU
Apollo Hospitals LTD
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Administered vaccinations and medications accurately, ensuring optimal treatment efficacy and patient safety.
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes, significantly reducing wait times and improving patient flow.
Education
B.Sc. - Nursing
College of Nursing Cuttack
01.2013
Plus Two -
Stewart Science College
01.2009
CBSE -
Johrimall High School
Cuttack, Odisha01.2006
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Family education
- Intake and discharge
- Newborn care
- Respiratory support
- Vitals monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Critical Care Nursing
- Team building
- Time management abilities
Languages
English
Hindi
Odia
Malayalam
Philosophy
I consider myself as an extrovert. My patients are my best teachers. I invest a good amount of time in educating myself through books. I am hard working and professional who believes strongly in medical ethics and practice nursing as a divine job.
Professional Registration
India - 13736
NMC - 22C10030
Practical Exposure
- BLS, 05/25/19, 05/24/21
- NRP, 12/06/20, 12/05/21
Addresses
Present address -
Flat 3 , Hudson House
Station Approach
Epsom , Surrey
KT19 8DJ
Caseshandled
- Acute Lower respiratory tract, Apnea
- Body cooling, MAS
- Bronchitis
- Pneumothorax
- Birth Asphyxia
- PDA
- Metabolic Disorder, Bullosa
- Upper respiratory infection
- Cleft Palette, Cleft Lip
- Hydrocephalus, IVH
- Tetralogy of Fallot
- Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Septicemia
- NNHB, Thrombocytopenia
- Meningitis
- Pneumonia
- Dandy walker syndrome
Familiarwith
- Syringe Pump
- Infusion pump
- Photo therapy
- NCPAP
- Bubble CPAP
- HFNC
- Cardiac Monitor
- Ambubag
- Thermo Meter
- Pulse Oxymeter
- Nebulizer
- Suction Machine
- ECG Machine
- ABG machine
- Laryngoscope
- Defibrillator
- Sphygmomanometer
- Glucometer
- Body cooling
- Bipap Machine
- Intubation Tray
- Ventilator (Fabian, dragger, babylog)
- HFOV
Routinefunctions
- Electronic documentation
- Admissions and discharge
- Giving Health Education
- Monitoring Vital signs
- Giving Medications
- Giving Sponge bath, bed making and oral hygiene
- Doctors Round
- Checking blood gas analysis
- Suctioning
- Transfusion of intra venous fluids
- Assist in type of procedures like UAC, UVC, PICC line, lumbar puncture, plural tapping, minor stitches, Chest tube insertion etc.
- Insertions of peripheral lines, Blood Transfusions
- Plural fluid aspiration assistants
- Urinary catheterization
- Dressing wounds and CVP lines
- Withdrawing of blood samples from peripheral lines and arteries
- Insertion of nasogastric / Ryle's tube
- Giving ryles tube feed
- Chest physiotherapy
References
- Gerry Cotter , Manager SCBU , Epsom General Hospital , KT18 7EG
- MISS.NOUF OMRAN ALBESHRI, Nursing Manager, Neonatology Department, King Abdullah Medical Complex and Maternity and Children Hospital, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Mrs. Sukirti Jayakumar, Nursing Superintendent, Apollo Hospitals Ltd, Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India, 06746660438
Disclaimer
Priya Augastine
Epsom , Surrey
14/11/2024
Personal Information
- Passport Number: T9967438
- Passport Date Of Issue: 08/02/2021
- Passport Place Of Issue: Jeddah
- Passport Expiry Date: 17/02/2031
- Husband's Name: Tona Jose
- Date of Birth: 01/08/91
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Christian (RC)
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Epsom And St Helier University Hospitals
10.2021 - Current
Staff Nurse in NICU
King Abdullah Medical Complex
07.2019 - 06.2021
Staff Nurse in NICU
Maternity & Child Hospital
07.2016 - 07.2019
Staff Nurse in NNICU
Apollo Hospitals LTD
04.2014 - 06.2016
Plus Two -
Stewart Science College
CBSE -
Johrimall High School
B.Sc. - Nursing
College of Nursing Cuttack
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