SONA SIBY

• Carried out several admissions and discharges in inpatient settings.
• Allocated shifts to maintain adequate staffing levels and follow safe practice.
• Monitored physical observations of patients and escalated whenever necessary.
• Monitored Blood Glucose Levels of diabetic service users and administered Insulin according to prescription.
• Helped deliver stabilizing and life-saving treatments during medical emergencies.
• Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and timing.
• Conducted regular Risk Assessments to identify potential hazards or triggers in the environment.
• Obtained individualised Care Plans according to the patient assessment and treatment plan.
• Assisted in crisis intervention situations, utilising de-escalation techniques effectively.
• Carried out regular Mental State Examinations to monitor mood and mental state of patients.
• Advocated for patient rights, maintaining dignity and respect in all interactions.
• Maintained accurate patient records, documenting observations and progress regularly.
• Provided compassionate care to patients suffering from a range of mental health conditions.
• Utilised listening and communication skills as an effective way to deal with mental health patients.
• Informed patients of rights to provide protective measures.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to develop holistic treatment plans for patients.
• Mentored and supervised mental health support workers to uphold best practices in dealing with patients.
• Adhered strictly to confidentiality policies, respecting each patient's privacy rights.
• Supported families of patients by providing education about mental health conditions and coping strategies.

• FIRST YEAR: AUGUST 2019 - JUNE 2020

Medical ward, Orthopedic ward, Surgical ward

• SECOND YEAR: AUGUST 2020 - JUNE 2021

Operation Theater, Dermatology ward, Dialysis Room, Cardiac ward, Cath lab

• THIRD YEAR: AUGUST 2021 - JUNE 2022

Psychiatric ward, Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center, Pediatric ward, Neurology ward, Oncology ward

• FOURTH YEAR: AUGUST 2022 - JUNE 2023

High Dependency Units, Intensive Care Units, A&E, Community Field Postings, Antenatal ward, Postnatal ward, Labor ward

MENTAL HEALTH EXPERIENCE DURING THE COURSE:

I have 2.5 months of experience in psychiatry department during my BSc Nursing programme.

• Total number of hours: 455 hours
• Theory hours: 90 hours
• Practical hours: 270 hours
• Internship hours: 95 hours
• Posting department: Mental Health Department
• Bed capacity: 2032 beds
• Name of the hospital: Kasturba Hospital

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collection of service user's personal, medical, psychiatric and social history
• Perform Mental Status Examination (MSE)
• Assist in psychometric assessment
• Assist and observe therapies
• Administer medications
• Assist in Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
• Conduct risk assessment on patients
• Provide counseling and health education to patients and family members
• Monitor the progress of the patient
• Prepare and assist patients for activities of daily living (ADL)
• Conduct admission and discharge counselling
• Conduct case work
• Record therapeutic communication

CASES HANDLED: Autism, Down’s Syndrome, Depression, Dementia, Delirium, Anxiety disorders, Schizophrenia, Bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Obsessive – Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Post – Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Alcohol Dependency Syndrome (ADS)

EQUIPMENTS HANDLED: ECT equipments, BP apparatus, Pulse Oximeter, Thermometer, Physical restraints, Dinamap, Resuscitation trolley.