Linsu Thomas
Auckland,AUK
Summary
A dedicated nurse with 13 years of expertise in the Hospital and aged care setting. I have hands on experience in medical, surgical, accident and emergency units, and aged care settings. I am confident in my ability to contribute effectively to your healthcare team. I am looking for a position that will allow me to use both my theoretical and practical knowledge for the benefit of humanity, with a variety of learning possibilities for both organizational and personal growth. I'll put all my energy into this to get the best outcomes and increase the organization's value.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
CAP NURSE
ARVIDA VILLAGE AT THE PARK
05.2024 - 06.2024
- Clinical Practice: Assist with patient care, including medication administration and vital sign monitoring.
- Learning & Development: Apply theoretical knowledge in clinical settings; engage in ongoing education.
- Patient Interaction: Communicate with patients and families; report on patient conditions.
- Documentation: Maintain accurate patient care records.
- Health & Safety: Adhere to health and safety protocols and infection control practices.
- Collaboration: Work with healthcare teams and contribute to patient care planning.
- Feedback & Reflection: Reflect on clinical experiences and incorporate feedback for improvement.
- Professionalism: Maintain confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
SN HOSPITAL (NABH ACCREDITED)
03.2016 - 01.2024
- Conduct comprehensive assessments; monitor and document patient conditions
- Develop care plans; administer medications and treatments; support post-operative recovery
- Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatment plans, and discharge instructions
- Coordinate with healthcare professionals to ensure integrated patient care
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical records per standards
- Implement infection prevention protocols
- Provide emergency care, including ACLS; manage clinical emergencies
- Advocate for patient rights and high-quality care.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
Healthcare Assistant
Ardenlea Court Care Home (BUPA)
07.2012 - 07.2015
- Provided companionship and facilitated social activities
- Observed and reported health changes; recorded vital signs
- Maintained hygiene and followed infection control protocols
- Kept accurate records of care and observations
- Worked with nursing staff and colleagues to deliver coordinated care
- Adhered to policies and health and safety regulations.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Supported nursing staff with care of incontinent patients and promotion of continence care.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
Health Care Assistant
Abbey Court Care Home
10.2011 - 10.2012
- Assisted residents with bathing, dressing, grooming, and mobility
- Supported meal preparation and feeding; monitored dietary intake
- Observed and reported changes in residents' health; recorded vital signs
- Provided companionship and facilitated social activities
- Maintained clean and safe environment; adhered to infection control standards
- Documented care was provided, as well as resident observations
- Worked with nursing staff and team members to deliver coordinated care
- Advocated for residents' rights and dig
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Nursery Nurse
Grange Day Nursery
03.2011 - 09.2011
- Provided attentive care and supervised children's activities
- Planned and implemented educational programs; tracked children's progress
- Assisted with hygiene tasks, including diaper changing and feeding
- Engaged positively with children; communicate effectively with parents
- Maintained a safe and stimulating environment; adhered to safety regulations
- Worked with staff to ensure cohesive care; participated in training
- Recorded children's activities and progress
- Built positive relationships with parents; provided regular updates.
- Advocated for parents during times of stress by offering listening ear and providing insight into care.
Education
CAP COURSE WITH PLACEMENT -
Lonsdale College, Foxton, New Zealand
LONSDALE COLLEGE, 06.2024
Post Graduate diploma in professional practice -
South Wales University, Cardiff, UK
CARDIFF01.2015
Bachelor's degree in nursing -
Kempegowda College of Nursing, Karnataka
KARNATAKA , INDIA01.2009
Skills
- Responsible Personality
- Patient Advocacy
- Communication Skill
- Analytical Skill
- Excellent Communication
- Emergency Response
- Multidisciplinary Care
- Effective Decision Making
- Crisis Management
- Critical Thinking
- Leadership
Registration Authority
- AHPRA: Registered Nurse (Division 1) NMW0002850928
- APC: 337680 (New Zealand Registration)
- Kerala Nursing Council: 12725
EQUIPMENTS HANDLED
- Ventilator
- Cardiac monitor
- Syringe pump and infusion pump
- Defibrillator
- Feeding pump
- ECG machines
- Nebulizer
- CPAP machine
- Standing hoist
- Ceiling hoist
- Floor hoist
- Sarah steady (Sit -stand lift)
Disclaimer
I declare that the information given in this curriculum vitae is true and correct.
Timeline
CAP NURSE
ARVIDA VILLAGE AT THE PARK
05.2024 - 06.2024
Registered Nurse
SN HOSPITAL (NABH ACCREDITED)
03.2016 - 01.2024
Healthcare Assistant
Ardenlea Court Care Home (BUPA)
07.2012 - 07.2015
Health Care Assistant
Abbey Court Care Home
10.2011 - 10.2012
Nursery Nurse
Grange Day Nursery
03.2011 - 09.2011
CAP COURSE WITH PLACEMENT -
Lonsdale College, Foxton, New Zealand
Post Graduate diploma in professional practice -
South Wales University, Cardiff, UK
Bachelor's degree in nursing -
Kempegowda College of Nursing, Karnataka
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