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AMITHA JACOB

Palmerston North,MWT

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Specialty Clinical Nurse with extensive experience at Te Whatu Ora Midcentral. Expert in patient assessment and IV therapy, I excel in critical thinking and team collaboration, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Recognized for effectively advocating for patients and implementing quality improvement initiatives to enhance care standards.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Speciality Clinical Nurse

Te Whatu Ora Midcentral
Milson, Palmerston North
04.2023 - Current
  • Responded quickly and effectively during medical emergencies and provided life saving measures as necessary.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians, nurses and other healthcare providers.
  • Performed physical assessments, wound care, IV therapy, and other nursing interventions as needed.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practices were followed.
  • Identified potential risk factors associated with the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
  • Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs.

Registered Nurse: Coronary Care Unit/WD28

Te Whatu Ora Midcentral
Milson, Palmerston North
11.2019 - 04.2023
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.

Registered Nurse : HDU Surgical, WD29

Te Whatu Ora
Milson, Palmerston North
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.

Registered Nurse:- Aged Care

Radius Care
Kelvin Grove, Palmerston North
10.2016 - 10.2019
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dr. M.V Shetty's Hospital
Karnataka, India
09.2007 - 03.2010
  • Monitored cardiac rhythm strips and titrated vasoactive medications as ordered by physicians.
  • Conducted regular rounds throughout the department ensuring a safe environment for staff and patients.
  • Supported physicians during trauma resuscitations in the Emergency Department.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to safety and infection control measures.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of all assessments, treatments, medications administered, and other pertinent information related to patient's care.
  • Assessed changes in patient condition and notified physician as needed.
  • Administered medications, intravenous fluids, treatments, and other therapies as prescribed by physicians.

Education

Batchelor Of Nursing - Nursing

UCOL, Palmerston North
Palmerston North, NZ
07-2016

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

DR M.V Shetty's School Of Nursing
India
09-2007

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Eastern Institute of Technology
Hastings, NZ

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • IV therapy
  • Team collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Critical thinking
  • Team supervision
  • Employee evaluation
  • Active listening
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Effective communication

Affiliations

  • Aim to learn a new activity in at least six months
  • Write in your journal every day, and do a write-up every week
  • Read 10 pages every day

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Speciality Clinical Nurse

Te Whatu Ora Midcentral
04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse: Coronary Care Unit/WD28

Te Whatu Ora Midcentral
11.2019 - 04.2023

Registered Nurse : HDU Surgical, WD29

Te Whatu Ora
10.2018 - 10.2019

Registered Nurse:- Aged Care

Radius Care
10.2016 - 10.2019

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dr. M.V Shetty's Hospital
09.2007 - 03.2010

Batchelor Of Nursing - Nursing

UCOL, Palmerston North

Diploma in Nursing - Nursing

DR M.V Shetty's School Of Nursing

Master of Science - Health Sciences

Eastern Institute of Technology

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