SARWAN KUMAR BHIMJI
Halifax,cal
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in holistic wellness, advanced life support, and nursing care planning. Proficient in advanced clinical supervision, mental health evaluation, and dignified end-of-life care. Skilled in psychosocial education, psychiatric treatment planning, and substance abuse counselling. Adept at therapeutic communication, psychotropic medication knowledge, and suicide risk assessment. Experienced in community mental health practice, risk assessment protocols, and infection control practices. Committed to providing compassionate dementia care, medication administration, and mental health first aid. Strong background in patient and family education, multi-disciplinary team collaboration, and creating comprehensive care plans. Recognised for emotional support and companionship, group therapy facilitation, and evidence-based practice. Known for cultural competency, empathy towards patients, initiative in emergencies, flexibility, communication skills, cultural awareness, palliative care expertise, interpersonal communication abilities, and equipment sterilisation proficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered mental health nurse
South West Yorkshire Partnership Foundation Trust
Halifax, Calderdale
12.2023 - Current
- Advocated for patient rights, maintaining dignity and respect in all interactions.
- Coordinated discharge planning processes, liaising with social workers and family members appropriately.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances whilst maintaining high quality of care delivery.
- Performed physical examinations as part of routine check-ups or upon admission.
- Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on industry standards and best practices.
- Conducted regular risk assessments to identify potential hazards or triggers in the environment.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions, fostering a supportive community amongst patients.
- Assisted in crisis intervention situations, utilising de-escalation techniques effectively.
- Utilised evidence-based nursing interventions for effective patient management.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timing.
- Supported families of patients by providing education about mental health conditions and coping strategies.
- Provided compassionate care to patients suffering from a range of mental health conditions.
- Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies, respecting each patient's privacy rights.
- Employed therapeutic communication techniques to foster positive patient relationships.
- Implemented individualised care plans based on comprehensive patient assessments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop holistic treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting observations and progress regularly.
- Completed accurate, detailed patient records to carefully monitor progress and improvements.
- Communicated and collaborated with patients to plan, assess and evaluate effective care programmes.
- Encouraged patients to engage in therapeutic and creative activities to assist healing process.
- Consulted with psychiatrists and other behavioural health staff in designing appropriate treatment plans for clients.
- Mentored and supervised mental health support workers to uphold best practices in dealing with patients.
- Recorded reactions to psychotropic drugs and other medications.
- Recognised and resolved potential areas of conflict for continued best practices in patient care.
- Strictly followed medicines management requirements to consistently meet professional standards.
- Briefed patients regarding de-escalation methods to help manage emotions.
- Explained nature of emotional disturbances and emphasised need for treatment.
- Consulted with healthcare team to assess and execute proper patient care plans.
- Informed patients of rights to provide protective measures.
- Attended case conferences and meetings to assess treatment success rates.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- 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.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
Registered general nurse
Ministry of Health & Wellness
Port-Louis, Mauritius
08.2015 - 11.2023
- Trained new nursing staff members, enhancing their practical skills.
- Administered medication, ensuring accurate dosage as per the doctor's directive.
- Recorded and reported vital signs to the medical team for prompt response.
- Utilised modern healthcare equipment efficiently for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by demonstrating empathy and understanding their needs.
- Developed individualised nursing care plans based on patient assessment results.
- Maintained confidential records of patients' history and treatment plans accurately and securely.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols in daily nursing practice for a safe environment.
- Communicated effectively with patients' families, providing emotional support during tough times.
- Provided high-quality patient care, ensuring comfort and well-being.
- Advised on healthy lifestyle changes with personalised dietary plans for recovering patients.
- Performed wound dressings whilst adhering strictly to hygiene standards.
- Responded promptly to emergencies by utilising advanced life support techniques.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, maintaining sterilisation standards.
- Managed ward routines according to hospital protocols for seamless operation.
- Handled administration duties such as scheduling appointments and liaising with other departments.
- Oversaw the smooth running of the ward through efficient resource management including staff rosters and equipment inventory checks.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
- Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
- Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
- Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
- Built caring, compassionate relationships with patients, providing emotional support and encouragement during complex surgeries.
- Assessed and evaluated patient needs, supporting accurate diagnosis and care planning.
- Maintained outstanding patient care levels through attentive, compassionate monitoring of physical and mental wellbeing.
- Trained and mentored junior team members, strengthening high-functioning, efficient clinical teamwork.
- Continuously assessed existing standards and practices, highlighting areas of required improvement to senior hospital staff.
- Supported patients with critical conditions, planning and implementing targeted strategies for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Diligently carried out clinical assessments to provide optimal pre- and post-operative care.
- Conducted informative handovers at shift end through concise and accurate reporting and communication.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
- Maintained accurate, up-to-date patient records, maximising data accuracy.
- Upheld patient trust and confidentiality by managing information with discretion, in accordance with data protection laws.
- Assisted with routine medical tests and evaluations, documenting findings to aid care planning.
- Quickly responded to medical emergencies, working calmly and professionally under pressure.
- Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
- Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
- Administered oxygen and medication to achieve optimum health outcomes.
- Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
- Ordered, dispensed and administered prescribed medications and medical products.
- Prioritised health problems to assist patients in complex, urgent or emergency situations.
- Educated patients on good health, providing leaflets and verbal guidance on improved wellbeing measures.
- Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
- Mentored student and junior nurses, building confidence and competence to ensure outstanding patient provisions.
- Liaised with senior physicians to plan timely, successful patient discharges.
- Worked with clinical team to carry out prescribed treatments addressing individual patient needs.
- Dealt with emergencies with calm and composure.
- Used oral, topical and IV medications to manage patient symptoms.
- Monitored patient behaviour and responses to treatments and reported concerns to senior staff.
- Dressed surgical wounds, monitored healing and replaced bandages to prevent infections.
- Followed modern nursing standards for optimum treatments and patient protection.
- Handled patients' hygiene needs in support of personal dignity and optimum wellness.
- Assisted team with developing balanced care plans incorporating physical, mental and social needs.
- Tracked and addressed patient pain levels, helping promote healing by minimising discomfort.
- Advised on dietary, nutrition and illness prevention.
- Stayed up-to-date on the latest nursing developments to provide best patient care.
- Eased family anticipation by updating regularly on patient progress, developments and treatment changes.
- Coordinated care across large wards based on patient priorities and requests.
- Leveraged person-centred care to develop care plans and enhance recovery process.
- Oversaw, trained and mentored student and junior nursing staff.
- Helped deliver stabilising and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
- Complied with quality healthcare standards to uphold hospital reputation.
- Participated in health education programmes and nurse education activities in clinical and community settings.
Education
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Central School of Nursing
Mauritius 02.2012 - 05.2015
Skills
- Holistic wellness approach
- Advanced life support
- Nursing care planning
- Advanced clinical supervision
- Mental health evaluation
- Dignified end-of-life care
- Psychosocial education
- Psychiatric treatment planning
- Substance abuse counselling
- Substance misuse interventions
- Therapeutic communication
- Psychotropic medication knowledge
- Suicide risk assessment
- Community mental health practice
- Risk assessment protocols
- Infection control practices
- Dementia care
- Medication Administration
- Mental health first aid
- Patient and family education
- Multi-disciplinary team experience
- Creating care plans
- Emotional support and companionship
- Group therapy facilitation
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Attentive listener
- Substance abuse treatment
- Patient record maintenance
- Cultural competency
- Empathy towards patients
- Initiative in emergencies
- Flexible
- Communication skills
- Cultural awareness
- Palliative Care
- Interpersonal communication
- Equipment sterilisation
Affiliations
- travelling
Languages
French
Fluent
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Timeline
Registered mental health nurse
South West Yorkshire Partnership Foundation Trust
12.2023 - Current
Registered general nurse
Ministry of Health & Wellness
08.2015 - 11.2023
Diploma in Nursing - Nursing
Central School of Nursing
02.2012 - 05.2015
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