FAIMA ISMAIL
Waikato District Health Board
Hamilton
1
Certification
14
years of professional experience
- Experienced Registered Nurse with over 12 years of international clinical experience across India, UAE, and New Zealand, including specialised high-acuity respiratory nursing in New Zealand. Skilled in managing high-dependency patients requiring advanced respiratory support, complex assessments, and close clinical monitoring. Demonstrates strong clinical judgement, early deterioration recognition, and effective escalation of care. Committed to culturally safe, patient-centred practice aligned with Te Tiriti
- Waitangi and ongoing professional development through postgraduate study.
Work History
Registered Nurse
2 Years 6 Months- Provide high-dependency nursing care to acutely unwell respiratory and medical patients
- Care for patients with acute respiratory failure, COPD exacerbations, pneumonia, sepsis, and complex comorbidities
- Manage patients requiring non-invasive ventilation (BiPAP/CPAP) and high oxygen support
- Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, vital signs trends, and oxygen therapy requirements
- Perform advanced clinical assessments and recognise early deterioration (Sepsis Champion)
- Managed chest drains, CVADs, PICC lines, and complex IV therapies, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and safety
- Support step-down patients from ICU requiring close observation
- Coordinated shifts and provided clinical support to junior staff, enhancing team effectiveness and patient care
- Delivered education to patients and whānau on oxygen therapy and respiratory disease management, empowering self-care and informed decision-making
Registered Nurse – Medical & COVID Department
2 YearsRegistered Nurse – ICU, HDU
5 Years 2 MonthsRegistered Nurse – Medical & Surgical
2 Years 4 MonthsEducation
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Kerala Nurses & Midwives Council – Reg. No: 53648
- Ministry of Health, UAE – Reg. No: 257002
Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing
Currently undertaking Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing
Skills
Respiratory Intensive Monitoring unit (RIMU) patient monitoring
Non-invasive ventilation
Acute respiratory failure management
Sepsis recognition and escalation
Continuous cardiac monitoring
Oxygen titration and escalation pathways
Chest drain management
CVAD
PICC & vascular access management
Blood product administration
Complex IV medication administration
Infection prevention & Hand Hygiene Gold Auditor
Shift coordination & clinical leadership
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Rapid clinical assessment & deterioration management
Certification
- PDRP – Proficient Level
- Sepsis Champion
- Trend care Champion
- CVAD Certification
- Spirometry Certification
- NIV Certification
- Preceptorship Training
- CPR & Basic Life Support
- Understanding Tikanga Best Practice
Awards & Recognition
Gold Medal of Appreciation – Manama Health Centre Medical Director, Best Employee Award – Thumbay Group
REFERNCE
1.BRENDA MARY WAITE
CNM
WARD A2
WAIKATO HOSPITAL
2. CHRISTOPHER JUBAN
NURSE EDUCATOR
WAIKATO DISTRICT
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Waikato District Health Board
01.2024 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse – Medical & COVID Department
Al Manama Primary Health Centre, UAE
12.2020 - 12.2022Read More
Registered Nurse – ICU, HDU
Thumbay Hospital, UAE
07.2015 - 09.2020Read More
Registered Nurse – Medical & Surgical
Ajman Speciality General Hospital, UAE
02.2013 - 06.2015Read More
University College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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University of Auckland
Postgraduate Certificate in Nursing
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