Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES
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Renjitha Subhadra

Rotorua,New Zealand

Summary

Dynamic and empathetic Registered Nurse with 14 years of exceptional experience in various medical settings. Skilled in performing assessments and developing treatment plans, fostering collaborative relationships, and promoting patient centred care. Holder of a New Zealand residency visa and a valid APC. Experienced in Inter RAI training and individualised care plans. Currently excelling as a Registered Nurse at Cantabria Life-care, Rotorua.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse (RN)

Heritage lifecare
12.2023 - Current
  • Conducted nursing assessments to evaluate patient needs in aged care , hospital level of care and dementia residents.
  • Managed the shift leads and care staff both in aged care and dementia care.
  • Authored comprehensive updates to Standing orders and consent forms.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Ensuring the physical, emotional and social needs of the elderly are met.
  • Lead and support the team, providing guidance, training and mentorship to the health care assistants and students.
  • Provided wound care
  • Utilized critical thinking skills in 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Ministry of Health
11.2014 - 07.2015
  • Oversaw surgical ward and intensive care unit operations, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and standards.
  • Provided high-quality care to critically ill patients and assisted in advanced life-saving procedures.
  • Provided infection control based on the hospital policy.
  • Managed the medical records and electronic documentation.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • 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.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Registered Nurse

Ministry Of health
03.2012 - 10.2014
  • Completed and recorded vital signs and led the activities of daily living for the patients.
  • Formulated medical assessments, diagnosis and plan of care for the patients.
  • Maintained 100% positive patient scores for compassion and empathy.
  • Performed CPR, BLS and ACLS.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • 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.

Registered Nurse (RN)

Sarvodaya Hospital
08.2011 - 01.2012
  • Provided expert post-operative care to surgical patients, ensuring optimal recovery and patients
  • Utilised critical thinking skills to quickly assess and respond to emergency situations.
  • Collaborated with physicians and healthcare team to develop and implement evidence-based practice initiatives.
  • Ensured compliance with all hospital policies and procedures, contributing to successful accreditation audits.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.

Registered Nurse

Dharamshila Cancer hospital
08.2010 - 08.2011

Medical surgical oncology, delivering compassionate care to cancer patients undergoing complex treatments.

  • Administered chemotherapy, managed treatment related side effects and provided emotional support to patient and family.
  • Provide palliative care and care.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Managed approximately 30 patients in a shift with multiple diagnosis.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Science

Rajeev Gandhi University of Health Science
India
08.2009

Skills

  • Medical Records and electronic documentation
  • Patient Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Life Support
  • Computer proficiency
  • Post-operative nursing care
  • Infection control measures
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Professional bedside manner
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Lab result interpretation
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Procedure preparations

Certification

ACLS & BLS

PORTFOLIOS, PROFILES

  • Efficient in managing electronic documentation such as Medimap, Ecase, HIS
  • InterRAI trained Actively participated in the fall prevention committee and medication management portfolio in Cantabria.

Timeline

Registered Nurse (RN)

Heritage lifecare
12.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse (RN)

Ministry of Health
11.2014 - 07.2015

Registered Nurse

Ministry Of health
03.2012 - 10.2014

Registered Nurse (RN)

Sarvodaya Hospital
08.2011 - 01.2012

Registered Nurse

Dharamshila Cancer hospital
08.2010 - 08.2011

Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing Science

Rajeev Gandhi University of Health Science
Renjitha Subhadra