Accomplished Registered Nurse with 24 years of experience. Handles high caseloads without sacrificing quality of care. Able to operate in high-pressure environments to best meet patient needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Registered Nurse
HC One Oval Ltd
Bexhill on sea, East Sussex
09.2008 - Current
Developed and implemented successful patient care plans.
Monitored and recorded patient condition, carrying out and reporting regular observations.
Liaised with primary care physicians or emergency care providers to communicate patient needs.
Implemented and maintained core measures in patient safety, patient satisfaction and holistic nursing approaches.
Generated detailed and comprehensive patient care plans in collaboration with clinical teams.
Administered medication in line with stringent drug regulations.
Dispensed medications and administered pharmacological and non-pharmacological interventions via subcutaneous and intramuscular injections, as well as orally or rectally.
Ensured safe, legal medicines handling and substance control in line with Medicines Act.
Assessed, planned and implemented treatments with precision and care, prioritising patient wellbeing.
Disposed of samples and hazardous waste to prevent infection.
Informed patients and caregivers on diagnoses, treatment plans and options, chronic disease management and wound management.
Cared for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease coronary artery disease (CAD) and gastrointestinal(GI) bleeds.
Took vital signs and treated wounds for doctors.
Provided patients with information about need for equipment like blood pressure monitors and proper use of each.
Assessed and triaged patients to identify immediate care needs and facilitate individualised plans of care to restore and promote patient health and recovery.
Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes.
Tested glucose and administered injections.
Developed and updated initiatives to improve patient care and quality of service.
Assisted patients with healing and recovery after surgery.
Completed comprehensive patient assessments to determine individual needs and formulated care plans with physicians, case managers and social workers.
Conducted non-invasive procedures like catheterisation.
Counselled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and informed them of patient care options.
Evaluated patient care needs, prioritised treatment and maintained patient flow.
Changed bandages and catheters on regular basis.
Assessed patients' condition and reported changes to charge matron, family and physician as appropriate.
Collected and properly handled specimens from patients.
Safely operated hoists, wheelchairs and transfer equipment to securely manoeuvre patients.
Established positive rapport with patients and families through active listening and compassionate care.
Managed patient discharges, providing relevant follow-up care advice with required prescriptions and medication.
Assisted doctors and other nursing staff.
Interviewed patients to obtain medical information and measure vital signs, weight and height.
Skilfully performed suture removals for patients of all ages.
Trained new staff to meet patient service goals and champion standards of care.
Ensured adequate pain relief for all patients as needed.
Educated and counselled patients on diagnoses, chronic disease management and treatment plans.
Set appointments for medical care and maintained schedules.
Controlled narcotics and administered medicines on set schedule.
Worked closely with fellow nurses, doctors and clinicians for consistent communication and continued best care practices.
Delivered life support with updated first aid and CPR training.
Coordinated specialist referrals to assist patients.
Prepared patients for specific endoscopic procedures.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing and Midwifery
Adichunchanagiri Medical College
Bangalore,India
09.1996 - 09.2000
Skills
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Timeline
Registered Nurse
HC One Oval Ltd
09.2008 - Current
Diploma of Higher Education - Nursing and Midwifery