Ranjani Mala
Te Awamutu,WKO
Summary
Versatile International Qualified Nurse with over 8 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in medical,surgical, children, and maternity units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Compassionate Registered Nurse with a distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Dutiful Healthcare Assistant works under guidance of healthcare professionals in hospitals and community settings to aid with clinical duties, observe and monitor patients and promote physical and nutritional health and well-being. Compassionate team player recognized for positive, upbeat attitude and proactive demeanour in solving problems. Flexible learner adapts easily to new challenges.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Support medication trained with extensive experience working in healthcare services. Takes patient vitals, documents needs and maintains cleanliness of examination rooms. Known for treating all patients with dignity, respect and discretion while maintaining utmost confidentiality.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Health Care Assistant / Med Comp Duties
Cht Te Awamutu Home & Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Oversaw patient admission and transfer processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Supported needs of 10+ residents under long-term care.
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Arranged bedding and cushions to enhance patient comfort in bed and chairs.
- 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.
- Communicated effectively with patients and families to provide information about care and treatment.
- Supervised patients on commodes, in toilets, and bathrooms and assisted patients with hygiene needs.
- Maintained clean environment with due consideration to health and safety issues and infection control policy.
- Delivered high standard of holistic care to patients to promote equality and dignity.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Observed patients under care conditions to help identify symptoms, responses to treatments and progress with goals.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Aided patients with walking and limb exercises to improve strength and balance.
- Assisted with taking vital signs and documenting blood pressure and temperature for proper tracking.
- Adhered to patient special diets and provided supplementary drinks under nursing staff supervision.
- Participated in cleaning and maintenance of medical equipment to assist in department function and regulation compliance.
- Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient reactions to address contraindications.
- Changed linens in rooms, keeping spaces fresh and clean for patient health and satisfaction.
- 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.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Collected biological samples for testing and lab work, in alignment with health and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Gynae Clinic and Lancaster Ward CWM Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Registered Nurse
Maternity Morrison Unit CWM Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma setting
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
Registered Nurse/Shift Supervisor
Taveuni Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
Intern Nurse
Labasa Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Delivered high level of care to every patient.
- Performed physical assessments in alignment with individual treatment plans.
- Monitored and supported resident safety and well-being.
- Communicated and interacted with patients to determine need for assistance or emotional and physical support.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to devise treatment methods designed to reduce pain and discomfort.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff
- Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks
Education
Bachelor - Nursing
Fiji School of Medicine Nursing & Health Sciences
Tamavua Suva Fiji01.2020
Diploma - Nursing
Fiji School of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences
Tamavua Suva Fiji01.2013
Fiji Seventh form - High School Education
Nadogo College
Fiji Islands 01.2010
Fiji School leaving certificate examination -
Nadogo College
Fiji Islands01.2009
Fiji Junior certificate examination -
Nadogo College
Fiji Islands01.2007
High School Diploma -
Navoalevu Primary School
Fiji Islands01.2005
Skills
- Patient Management
- Nursing Plan Development
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Examination
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Clear Patient Communication
- Creative Problem Solving
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Accurate Documentation
- Nursing Consultation
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Decision Making
- Compassionate
- Family and Patient Support
- Personal Grooming Care
- Patient Rights
- Medical Record Updating
- Biological Specimen Handling
- Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
- Skin Condition Diagnosis and Treatment
- Family Communication
- Strength Improvements
- Ambulance Transfers
- Movement Restoration
- Room Cleaning and Restocking
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Output Monitoring and Reporting
- Nutrition and Diet
- Emotional and Social Support
- Computerized Maintenance Management Systems
- Observing Responses
- Intercultural Competence
- Blood Sugar Monitoring
- Patient Toileting
- Hygiene Standards
- Dietary Needs
- Hoisting Equipment
- Quality Patient Care
- Oral Hygiene
- Chart Management
- Documenting Behaviours
- Mobility Support
Certification
Bachelor of Nursing (Overseas)
Diploma in Nursing (Overseas)
Manual Handling Training (New Zealand)
CPR First Aid (New Zealand)
Timeline
Health Care Assistant / Med Comp Duties
Cht Te Awamutu Home & Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Gynae Clinic and Lancaster Ward CWM Hospital
01.2017 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
Maternity Morrison Unit CWM Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse/Shift Supervisor
Taveuni Hospital
01.2015 - 01.2016
Intern Nurse
Labasa Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2015
Bachelor - Nursing
Fiji School of Medicine Nursing & Health Sciences
Diploma - Nursing
Fiji School of Medicine, Nursing & Health Sciences
Fiji Seventh form - High School Education
Nadogo College
Fiji School leaving certificate examination -
Nadogo College
Fiji Junior certificate examination -
Nadogo College
High School Diploma -
Navoalevu Primary School
Bachelor of Nursing (Overseas)
Diploma in Nursing (Overseas)
Manual Handling Training (New Zealand)
CPR First Aid (New Zealand)
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