Merlin Binu

Hospital Overview: Auckland City Hospital is a public hospital located in Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand. It is the largest hospital in New Zealand. Rare or complex medical conditions from all over New Zealand may get referred here.

• Provided patient care, performed assessments, and interventions at a 42-bed Cardiothoracic ward for pre & post-surgical patients.
• Assessed patient's condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as prepared and implemented patient care plans.
• Helped ensure each patient received the necessary care promptly, bringing a high level of medical knowledge and expertise, communication, and compassionate to patient care.
• Monitored vital signs, and levels of pain.
• Administered medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q, etc.)
• Communicated the patient’s condition to family members in a compassionate and non-technical manner.
• Sends Orders for diagnostic tests such as CT scan, MRI and X-ray.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medication to keep records current and support proper treatments.
• Managed patient's health in terms of pain, symptom management; helped to alleviate the suffering of patients nearing the end of life who are going through pain, difficulty in breathing, oral secretions, and other symptoms through the guidance of prescribed medication.
• Performed and interpreted ECGs to a competent level.
• Managed pacing boxes, pacing wires, and chest drains including pleural and mediastinal drains.
• Collected blood samples via CVL, PICC lines, and phlebotomy.
• Carried out a wide range of wound care procedures, including SVG, sternal, and thoracotomy site dressings, pressure injury management, and removal of sutures and staples.
• Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring and timely escalation of abnormalities.
• Assessed patients’ holistic needs, including requirements for home help, hospital-in-home services, dietary support, social work input, and district nursing.
• Initiated and coordinated appropriate referrals to multidisciplinary teams to support recovery and safe discharge planning.
• Actively participated in RTC (Releasing Time to care) groups to enhance clinical knowledge and improve patient care delivery.
• Serving as a Health and Safety Representative (Level 1), promoting safe work practices and contributing to a culture of safety within the clinical environment.

CAP Nurse – Clinical and Theoretical Placement (North Tec Institute & Radius Arran Court)

• Assisted preceptor in managing GP rounds and patient care coordination.
• Supported medication administration (topical, oral, subcutaneous) under RN supervision, adhering to 5+3 rights of medication safety.
• Performed wound assessments, dressings, and evaluations using aseptic techniques.
• Provided support to patients’ families by addressing concerns and responding to telephone inquiries with professionalism.
• Monitored patient recovery, documented progress, and compiled reports to support physician decision-making.

• Administering practice tests that simulate real exam conditions to help students become familiar with the test format and evaluating students' performance in practice tests to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
• Providing timely feedback on practice tests to guide students in refining their skills.
• Offering personalized feedback on students’ written and spoken English, including grammar, vocabulary, and coherence. Identifying specific areas where each student needs improvement and tailoring guidance to address those needs.
• Assisting students in developing strategies for overcoming common challenges in the IELTS exam. Creating or sourcing practice materials that align with the IELTS exam format, including sample questions and exercises.
• Designing lesson plans that focus on key areas of the IELTS exam: Listening, Reading, Writing, and Speaking.
• Utilizing various teaching methods and technologies to cater to different learning styles.
• Encouraging students to practice English in real-life contexts through discussions, role-plays, and other activities.
• Keeping detailed records of each student’s progress, including test scores, strengths, and areas for improvement.
• Providing regular progress reports to students and, if applicable, to their parents or guardians.

• Company Overview: Breach Candy Hospital is a private hospital located in Mumbai, India. One of the renowned hospitals in India, it is located in the Breach Candy area of South Mumbai.
• Provided patient care, performed assessments, and interventions at a 10-bed ICU unit for trauma and post-surgical patients.
• Assessed patient's condition, notified physicians of clinical changes as well as prepared and implemented patient care plans.
• Helped ensure each patient received the necessary care promptly, bringing a high level of medical knowledge and expertise, communication, and compassionate to patient care.
• Assisted in Covid-19 Intensive care Unit in determining patient's condition and well-being.
• Monitored vital signs, adequacy of ventilation, and levels of consciousness and pain.
• Administered medications as determined by the patient’s condition (IV, Sub-Q, etc.)
• Communicated the patient’s condition to family members in a compassionate and non-technical manner.
• Sends Orders for diagnostic tests such as EKG, CT scan, MRI and X-ray.
• Updated patient charts with data such as medication to keep records current and support proper treatments.
• Managed patient's health in terms of pain, symptom management; helped to alleviate the suffering of patients nearing the end of life who are going through pain, difficulty in breathing, oral secretions, and other symptoms through the guidance of prescribed medication.