Siji Pappachan
Glen Eden,AUK
Summary
Highly skilled and compassionate Perioperative Nurse with over 10 years of diverse experience providing exceptional nursing care across various surgical departments. Extensive expertise in preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of patient care. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in multidisciplinary teams, manage complex procedures, and ensure optimal patient safety throughout surgical interventions. Adept at managing patient assessments, assisting with surgeries, and educating patients and families about care protocols
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge Nurse
Aster Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Provide comprehensive perioperative care to patients across a variety of surgical specialties, including OBG & Gynecology,ENT,urology, neurosurgery, and general surgery.
- Perform preoperative assessments and collaborate with surgical teams to ensure all necessary procedures and patient instructions are completed prior to surgery.
- Scrub and circulate during surgeries, maintaining sterile fields and supporting the surgical team with instruments, supplies, and necessary tools.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Registered Nurse, Operation Theatre
Aster Hospital Mankhool
02.2017 - 03.2022
- Provide specialized nursing care during various types of surgical procedures including general, ENT,urology,OBG and gynaecology,plastic,ophthalmic,orthopaedic, cardiovascular, and neurosurgery.
- Prepare and maintain sterile instruments, supplies, and equipment for surgery.
- Serve as a scrub nurse during surgeries, ensuring proper handling and application of sterile techniques.
- Assist in patient positioning, anaesthesia induction, and monitoring throughout the procedure.
- Coordinate with the surgical team to ensure efficient and safe operation workflows.
- Monitor and document patients' conditions pre- and post-operation, including vital signs, medications, and recovery progress
Registered Nurse
Travancore Medical College Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2016
- Assisted in the management of surgical instruments and ensured the operating area was sterile and prepared.
- Provided support to anaesthesia teams by monitoring patient vitals and assisting with intubation.
- Coordinated recovery care, ensuring patients’ safe transition from anaesthesia and assessing for potential complications.
- Conducted post-operative evaluations and reported any adverse reactions or complications promptly.
Registered Nurse
R L JALAPPA HOSPITAL
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Delivered perioperative care for a diverse range of surgical cases general surgeries, OBG ,ENT and emergency surgeries.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to ensure all equipment and supplies were sterilized, prepared, and ready for surgery.
- Assisted in positioning and securing patients on the operating table, ensuring proper alignment and safety.
- Monitored patients’ vital signs during surgeries and communicated any changes or concerns to the surgical team.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University, India
10-2012
Skills
- Decision-making
- Clinical leadership
- Care coordination
- Team leadership
- Assisting surgeons with performing procedures
- Optimized surgical procedures
- Operating room equipment management
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Australian Registered Nurse (AHPRA: NMW0002876587)
- New Zealand Registered Nurse (APC:3538866)
- Kerala Nursing Council (40679
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Aster Hospital
03.2022 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse, Operation Theatre
Aster Hospital Mankhool
02.2017 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Travancore Medical College Hospital
07.2015 - 08.2016
Registered Nurse
R L JALAPPA HOSPITAL
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Australian Registered Nurse (AHPRA: NMW0002876587)
- New Zealand Registered Nurse (APC:3538866)
- Kerala Nursing Council (40679
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University, India
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