Experienced healthcare professional with over 17 years of comprehensive experience in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
St. Johns Hill Lifecare
07.2024 - Current
Assess, monitor, and manage residents' health conditions
Administer medications, including controlled drugs, and ensure correct documentation.
Perform wound care, catheter management, and other clinical procedures.
Monitor vital signs and respond to changes in health status.
Develop and update individualized care plans in collaboration with GPs, family, and multidisciplinary teams.
Maintain accurate and timely clinical records
Ensure compliance with legal and facility policies
Oversee and delegate tasks to healthcare assistants (HCAs)
Implement infection prevention protocols
Conduct risk assessments
Provide updates on residents' health and involve families in care decisions.
Manage pain and symptom relief for terminally ill residents.
Support residents and families through the End of life care process.
Coordinate with hospice services when needed.
Respond to medical emergencies
Perform CPR and basic life support if required.
Coordinate with emergency services when necessary.
HCA (RN Support- L4)
Leighton House
05.2022 - 07.2024
Assist with basic clinical tasks under RN supervision
Support RNs in medication rounds
Ensure proper storage and handling of medications (under RN oversight)
Follow individualized care plans set by the RN and multidisciplinary team.
Document care provided and report deviations or concerns to the RN.
Assist in updating care plans based on observed resident needs.
Supervise and mentor junior HCAs, ensuring best practices in aged care.
Act as a liaison between HCAs and RNs, escalating issues promptly.
Assist the RN in falls prevention, repositioning residents, and pressure area care.
Report hazards (e.g., faulty equipment, spills) to the RN
Observe and report signs of distress, discomfort, or elder abuse to the RN.
Support dementia care strategies under RN guidance.
Help maintain accurate resident records (fluid charts, food intake logs).
Prepare equipment for RN procedures
id the RN during emergencies (e.g., CPR, first response).
Help evacuate residents in crisis situations
Registered Nurse
S.N Hospital
09.2018 - 08.2020
Perform admission, discharge, and transfer procedures for patients.
Conduct routine patient assessments.
Administer oral, IV, IM, and topical medications as prescribed, ensuring the 10 Rights of Medication Administration.
Monitor and document patient responses to treatments.
Assist doctors with diagnostic tests, procedures, and rounds.
Manage catheter care, NG tube feeding, and oxygen therapy.
Monitor IV fluids, blood transfusions, and electrolyte imbalances.
Maintain accurate nursing records
Complete incident reports for falls, medication errors, or patient complaints
Registered Nurse
Ministry of Health-Salmania Medical Complex
07.2008 - 06.2018
Provided high-quality patient care in the Medical and Acute Care Ventilator Ward, focusing on critical patient monitoring and management.
Administered medications, IV therapy, and monitored vital signs, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex medical conditions.
Educated patients and families on health management and disease prevention, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
Maintained accurate patient records and documentation in compliance with hospital policies and regulations.
Demonstrated leadership by supervising nursing staff, ensuring adherence to protocols and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Led team meetings and facilitated communication among staff to enhance care delivery and resolve any operational challenges.
Mentored and supported junior nurses and healthcare assistants, promoting professional development and skill enhancement within the team.
Registered Nurse
Al Hekma Paediatric Clinic
03.2007 - 06.2008
Admission and Discharge
I.V. Cannulization
Oxygen Administration
Nebulization
Providing medication as per doctor’s order
Total Physical assessment
Administering vaccination as per the schedule
Health education on nutritional diet, importance of vaccination
Education
B.Sc - Nursing and Midwifery
KLES Institute of Nursing Science
Belgaum, Karnataka
04.2005
Higher Secondary Education - undefined
S.N.D.P Higher Secondary School
03.2000
Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Bappuji English Medium High School
03.1999
Skills
Proficient medication administration, IV therapy, and monitored vital signs
Expertise in catheter care and wound management
Prevention of bed sore and care
Streamlined admission and discharge processes
Advanced proficiency in computerized charting and reporting
Competence assisting with CPR procedures
Compassionate end-of-life care
Management of ventilator-dependent patients
Leadership within nursing teams
Providing holistic physical and emotional support
Skilled NG tube insertion techniques
Effective ward management strategies
Comprehensive health assessments
Compliance with hospital polices and regulations
Certification
New Zealand Nursing Council, APC Number-347821
Ministry of Health (Kingdom of Bahrain), Registration No.11307597
The Kerala Nurses and Midwives council, India, Registration No.38507
Karnataka State Nursing Council, India. Registration No.2202
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
Trainings and Certifications
Walking in Another’s Shoes- Steps Towards Positive Well-Being in Dementia Care
Successfully completed InterRAI Training
Wound Care Management
Fundamentals of Palliative Care conducted by Hospice New Zealand
Syringe driver training conducted by Hospice Waikato
Training in Pain Management conducted by the Training Department-Ministry of Health, Bahrain.
Workshop on Body Mechanics conducted by the Training Department-Ministry of Health, Bahrain.
Workshop on Introduction to the use of Defibrillator
BLS certification
LEGAL RIGHT TO WORK IN NZ
Permanent Resident Visa
PERSONAL PROFILE
Date of Birth: 04 December, 1982
Gender: Female
Nationality: Indian
Contact No: 022 506 7625
Passport No: N1654677
INTERNSHIP AND OBSERVERSHIP
KLES Hospital & Medical Research Centre, Belgaum, Karnataka
Dated 15th July 2005 to 15th July 2006, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Results: Successful completion of the program in excellent patient assessment and Management.