Irene Jose
Whangarei,NTL
Summary
Detail-oriented Registered Nurse recognized for exceptional skills in IV administration, wound care, patient education, and critical assessments. Proven ability to implement evidence-based practices, ensuring optimal patient care and safety.
Overview
2
2
Languages
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau
Whangarei, NTL
12.2021 - Current
- Monitored patient vitals and conditions, promptly identifying changes and escalating concerns as necessary.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring compliance with protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, enhancing understanding of treatment processes.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills and best practices, promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and enhance overall care quality.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and streamlined communication across departments.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Managed patients recovering from surgical procedures.
Health Care Assistant
Ryman Jane Mander Retirement Village
Kamo, NTL
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in resident care.
- Coordinated recreational activities that promoted social interaction among residents.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
Health Care Assistant
Cairnfield House
Kamo, NTL
04.2019 - 12.2020
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NorthTec
Whangarei, NZ12-2021
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- IV medication administration
- Insulin administration
- Wound care
- Tracheostomy care
- Catheter management
- IV insertion and phlebotomy
- Documentation and charting
- Emergency response
- Removing sutures
- Precepting
- Staff supervision
- Shift co-ordinator
Languages
English
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau
12.2021 - Current
Health Care Assistant
Ryman Jane Mander Retirement Village
12.2020 - 12.2021
Health Care Assistant
Cairnfield House
04.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NorthTec