Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Equipment Handling
Roles And Responsibilities
Personal Information
References
Timeline
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Anu George

Anu George

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse -Aged Care Facility

Amberwood Care Centre
11.2023 - Current
  • Great team leader, flexible in working shifts, mettled in communicating with families, updates duty roster ,
  • Provided mentorship to student nurses completing their clinical rotations in the PICU setting by sharing clinical knowledge, demonstrating effective nursing skills, and modeling professional behavior.
  • Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to critically ill pediatric patients in the PICU.
  • Effectively managed multiple priorities during high-stress situations by remaining calm, organized, and focused on delivering optimal patient care.
  • Optimized ventilator settings and monitored respiratory status closely for mechanically ventilated patients, adjusting parameters as needed based on clinical assessments and physician orders.
  • Supported families during difficult times by providing emotional support, education on their child''s condition, and resources for coping strategies.


Registered Nurse PICU

PKM Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2022
  • Maintaining coordination in group, taking inventory of the unit, taking admission; inserting cannula, administering medications, preparing children for surgeries and receiving from OT
  • Assisting Doctors and Physician during special procedures to be performed for sick children
  • Patient Care Management Ensuring that bed allocation and staff mix is appropriate as per patent acuity system
  • Performing Point-of-Care Tests (POCTs), assessment and reassessment Record Maintenance according to the needs of the pediatric group based on agreed models of care and validated assessment tools
  • Overseeing the smooth collection of specimens or samples for laboratory work; administering blood and blood product transfusions or IVF infusions including medications ordered
  • Communicating with PICU/Special Care Baby Unit parents and the related treatments regarding their kids
  • Quality Management Initiated the turnaround efforts for CPR during cardio respiratory arrest owing to NRP; collecting Blood for Arterial Blood Gas Studies in addition to handling of IBP Line


Registered Nurse- PICU

Dm Wims Medical College
05.2016 - 06.2019
  • Expedited admissions process by obtaining accurate patient histories and conducting thorough physical assessments upon arrival to the PICU.
  • Promoted patient comfort through effective pain management techniques, including administering analgesics as ordered and implementing non-pharmacological interventions.
  • Facilitated efficient transfer of patients between units or hospitals by preparing necessary documentation, communicating pertinent information to receiving staff promptly, and assisting in transport as needed.
  • Streamlined discharge planning by coordinating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care for transitioning patients from the PICU to home or other facilities.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, ensuring equipment functionality, and performing regular safety checks.
  • Advanced quality improvement initiatives within the unit by participating in audits of nursing practices, analyzing data trends related to patient outcomes, and recommending evidence-based changes as appropriate.


Education

BSC Nursing -

National Hospital College of Nursing, Kerala University of Health Sciences

Skills

  • Critical Thinking and problem solving skill
  • Time Management
  • Communication
  • Leadership Skills in Nursing
  • Adaptability
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Professionalism
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Basic Life Support

Languages

English
Hindi
Malayalam
Tamil

Equipment Handling

  • Cardiac Monitor
  • Defibrillator
  • Ventilator
  • Infusion Pump
  • Syringe Pump
  • Suction Apparatus
  • Oxygen Cylinder
  • Pulse Oximeter
  • Gluco Meter
  • Incubator
  • Photo Therapy
  • Apnoea monitor
  • Transport Incubator
  • Viasys Sipap
  • SLE high frequency
  • SLE nitric oxide
  • CFM machine
  • Cooling machine

Roles And Responsibilities

  • Equipment Handling
  • Maintaining coordination in group, taking inventory of the unit, taking admission; inserting cannula, administering medications, preparing children Nursing Operations for surgeries and receiving from OT.
  • Assisting Doctors and Physician during special procedures to be performed for sick children.
  • Patient Care Management Ensuring that bed allocation and staff mix is appropriate as per patent acuity system.
  • Performing Point-of-Care Tests (POCTs), assessment and reassessment Record Maintenance according to the needs of the pediatric group based on agreed models of care and validated assessment tools.
  • Overseeing the smooth collection of specimens or samples for laboratory Team Management work; administering blood and blood product transfusions or IVF infusions including medications ordered.
  • Communicating with PICU/Special Care Baby Unit parents and the related treatments regarding their kids.
  • Quality Management Initiated the turnaround efforts for CPR during cardio respiratory arrest owing to NRP; collecting Blood for Arterial Blood Gas Studies in addition to handling of IBP Line.
  • Hygiene Management Preparing & maintaining records & reports for child's physical, psychological and social problems; providing total care for critically ill children and identifying any development of condition.
  • Disinfecting & cleaning the surgical instruments especially the specialized instruments such as Ventilator, HFV, CPAP machine, Transport Incubator, CFM and Body cooling machine, Nitric oxide (INO sys) etc.
  • Training and teaching junior staff about medication calculation and administration applicable in the care of a child in PICU as well as evaluate subordinate's competency.
  • Implementing nursing process in the care of patient, assessing upon admission, formulating nursing diagnosis upon problems identified, formulates goal plan, implement and evaluates care rendered.
  • Tracking vital signs and reports changes in patient's condition; administering prescribed treatment and medication and observe for side effects.
  • Informing operating staff nurse for schedule of operation; securing consent and ensuring that consent is signed pre-operatively.
  • Prepared critically ill patients before emergency including Resuscitation, Airway Clearance, Ventilator Care.
  • Administered pre-op medications per doctor's order for all procedures like Central Venus Catheterization.
  • Providing a safe, conducive, clean environment for newborns wellbeing; establishing rapport to patient and family; adhering to developmental care practices in the unit.
  • Cooling machine

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 01/06/1993
  • Nationality: Indian
  • Marital Status: Married

References

  • Wesley Institute of Nursing Education, Sarah Watson, sarah.watson@oceaniahealthcare.co.nz, 0211450556
  • Mark Young, Facility manager, Amberwood care centre, awmgr@legacyhealthcare.co.nz,021591706
  • Jannel Escueta, Clinical manager, Amberwood care centre, awcm@legacyhealthcare.co.nz,021659973

Timeline

Registered Nurse -Aged Care Facility

Amberwood Care Centre
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse PICU

PKM Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2022

Registered Nurse- PICU

Dm Wims Medical College
05.2016 - 06.2019

BSC Nursing -

National Hospital College of Nursing, Kerala University of Health Sciences
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support
  • Basic Life Support
Anu George