ATHIRA RAJAN
Summary
I am a registered nurse with extensive experience in providing high-quality care to patients. I have worked in Cardiology ward for 6 years, CCU for 2 years, and medical-surgical unit for 1 year. I am a highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. I possess a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am proficient in working effectively without supervision and can quickly master new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cardiac Registered Nurse (Ward)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center, Alhasa, Saudi Arabia
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College, Ernakulam, Kerala
11.2018 - 10.2022
- Developed individualized therapeutic plans of care tailored to meet each patient's needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care for patients with acute coronary syndrome.
- Identified high risk factors for cardiac events among hospitalized patients through a systematic evaluation of clinical data.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Utilized evidence based practice to improve the quality of care provided to patients with cardiovascular disease.
- Provided pre-operative, post-operative care for cardiac surgery patients including CABG, Valvular Repair, Replacement, Pacemaker Implantation, Defibrillator Implantation.
- During emergency situations involving cardiac arrest or unstable rhythms, I responded quickly and effectively and participated in code blues providing advanced life support intervention as needed.
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
- Performed bedside procedures such as chest tube insertion and removal and central line placement.
- Assessed and monitored cardiac telemetry patients for changes in heart rhythm.
- Educated patients about their diagnosis, treatment plans, and potential complications with their condition.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided compassionate emotional support to patients and families.
Cardiac Registered Nurse(Ward)
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College
Davangere , Karnataka
08.2016 - 10.2018
- Assessed patient's vital signs, monitored EKG changes, and reported any abnormalities to physician.
- Prioritized patient needs based on acuity and urgent levels.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to improve patient outcomes and satisfaction scores.
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
Medical Trust Hospital
Ernakulam , Kerala
08.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisted with intubation of critically ill patients requiring mechanical ventilation support.
- Identified potential risk factors for coronary artery disease in high-risk patients.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities for all CCU patients prior to release from hospital setting.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as EKG's, arterial blood gas sampling, and cardiac enzymes.
- Provided patient education on lifestyle changes to improve health outcomes.
- Actively participated in continuing education programs related to Cardiac Care Nursing.
- Developed policies and procedures related to patient safety standards in the Coronary Care Unit.
- Provided emotional support and comfort measures to critically ill patients during times of stress or crisis.
- Served as a preceptor to new nursing staff members assigned to the CCU unit.
- Conducted daily rounds with medical team to discuss patient conditions and plan of care needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and progress notes in electronic health records system.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bapuji Hospital
Davangere , Karnataka
03.2013 - 03.2014
- Actively participated in performance improvement initiatives that focused on enhancing quality of services rendered by the Medical-Surgical Unit.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bapuji College Of Nursing
Davangere, Karnataka.03-2013
Skills
- Emotional Support
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Documentation And Reporting
- Honest and Dependable
- Pain Management
- Patient Advocacy
- Medical Equipment Setup
- Emergency Interventions
- Task and Work Prioritization
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Goal Setting
- Delegation and Motivation
- Patient safety
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Effective Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Medication Administration
- Decision-Making
Certification
- Nursing and Midwifery Board Of Australia (APHRA)
- Annual Practicing Certificate
- Maharashtra Nursing Council, India-XV11-13567
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cardiac Registered Nurse (Ward)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center, Alhasa, Saudi Arabia
11.2018 - 10.2022
Cardiac Registered Nurse(Ward)
Malankara Orthodox Syrian Church Medical College
08.2016 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse, Coronary Care Unit
Medical Trust Hospital
08.2014 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bapuji Hospital
03.2013 - 03.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bapuji College Of Nursing
- Nursing and Midwifery Board Of Australia (APHRA)
- Annual Practicing Certificate
- Maharashtra Nursing Council, India-XV11-13567
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