Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Disclaimer
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Personal Information
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SOUMYA THOMAS VARGHESE

SOUMYA THOMAS VARGHESE

AUCKLAND

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Braemar Hospital, excelling in surgical assistance and infection control. Recognized for enhancing patient recovery through effective post-operative care and proactive emergency response. Adept at preparing procedure rooms and managing medical equipment, while fostering strong interpersonal relationships within multi-disciplinary teams.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Theatre

Braemar Hospital
Hamilton
08.2023 - Current
  • Working with a multi-disciplinary perioperative team, with a positive attitude, an innovative and adaptable approach to practice, excellent communication skills, and a real commitment to providing excellent care within the preoperative environment.
    Part of a high-performing, tight-knit, and supportive team, who all have a common passion, care, and enthusiasm for delivering a high-quality experience and outcome for our patients.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
  • Assisted with post-operative care including wound dressing changes and suture removal.
  • Adhered to infection control standards when handling instruments and equipment.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.

Registered Nurse

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City
Abu Dhabi
04.2018 - 05.2023
  • Company Overview: JCI Accredited, Bed Capacity: 720 Bed
  • Staff Nurse in Operation Theatre Department
  • JCI Accredited, Bed Capacity: 720 Bed
  • Responded quickly to any emergency situations that arose in the operating room or recovery area.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.
  • Identified and assembled surgical trays for specific procedures.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Assisted surgeons in the operating room by providing sterile instruments and supplies.
  • Assisted with post-operative care including wound dressing changes and suture removal.
  • Adhered to infection control standards when handling instruments and equipment.
  • Ensured that all of the necessary equipment was available before each procedure.

Theatre Registered Nurse

Medeor 24X7 Hospital
Abu Dhabi
12.2014 - 03.2018
  • Company Overview: JCI Accredited
  • Staff Nurse in Operation Theatre Department
  • JCI Accredited
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to operating room processes.
  • Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
  • Educated families about post-operative instructions and follow up care plans.
  • Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
  • Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
  • Provided direct nursing care to pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative patients.
  • Facilitated patient recovery by monitoring post-operative vitals, managing pain, and detecting complications early.
  • Conducted inventory checks and ordered supplies to maintain adequate stock for surgical procedures.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting up surgical instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and adjusted medical equipment settings to maintain patient stability during surgery.
  • Assisted surgical team in donning sterile gowns, gloves, and masks to maintain a sterile environment.
  • Documented all operative procedures and patient interactions in electronic medical records with attention to detail.
  • Prepared operating rooms by setting out and verifying equipment and assessing for compliance with asepsis standards.

Staff Nurse

Security Forces Hospital
Dammam
02.2012 - 07.2014
  • Company Overview: JCI Accredited
  • Staff Nurse in Operation Theatre/Day surgery Department
  • JCI Accredited
  • Implemented infection control protocols to prevent post-operative infections.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to operating room processes.
  • Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
  • Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
  • Facilitated patient recovery by monitoring post-operative vitals, managing pain, and detecting complications early.

Staff Nurse

Fortis Hospital
Mumbai
07.2008 - 03.2011
  • Company Overview: JCI Accredited, Bed Capacity: 220
  • Staff Nurse in Operation Theatre Department
  • JCI Accredited, Bed Capacity: 220

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -

KEERTHI COLLEGE OF NURSING
Karnataka, India
01.2008

Higher Secondary Certificate -

NSS Higher Secondary School
Kottayam, Kerala, India
01.2003

Secondary School Leaving Certificate -

ST. Joseph's Girls High School
Kerala, India
01.2001

Skills

  • Patient assessment
  • Aseptic technique
  • Surgical assistance
  • Post-operative care
  • Infection control
  • Medical equipment operation
  • Emergency response
  • Inventory management
  • Procedure room preparation
  • Procedure preparations
  • Interpersonal skills

Certification

  • OET, 06/09/22, B, B, C+, B
  • BLS Qualified, American Heart Association
  • Competency Assessment Program for overseas Nurses, Eastern Institute of Technology, Hawkes' Bay, NZ, 06/06/23, 07/24/23

References

  • Ms. Alinka Julian, Nursing Lecturer, Eastern Institute of Technology, Hastings, NZ, ajulian@eit.ac.nz
  • Ms. Ameena Al Hammadi, Charge Nurse OR, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE, +971563373237
  • Mr. Abdullah Dar Essa, OR Manager, Sheikh Khalifa Medical City, Abu Dhabi, UAE, +971552299864

Disclaimer

I do hereby declare that all above furnished matters are true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

Languages

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Kannada
  • Malayalam
  • Tamil

Personal Information

  • Passport Number: T2794202
  • Passport Date Of Issue: 06/25/19
  • Passport Place Of Issue: Abu Dhabi
  • Date of Birth: 11/03/85
  • Gender: Female
  • Nationality: India
  • Marital Status: Married
  • Visa Status: NZ Resident

Timeline

Registered Nurse Theatre

Braemar Hospital
08.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse

Sheikh Khalifa Medical City
04.2018 - 05.2023

Theatre Registered Nurse

Medeor 24X7 Hospital
12.2014 - 03.2018

Staff Nurse

Security Forces Hospital
02.2012 - 07.2014

Staff Nurse

Fortis Hospital
07.2008 - 03.2011

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING -

KEERTHI COLLEGE OF NURSING

Higher Secondary Certificate -

NSS Higher Secondary School

Secondary School Leaving Certificate -

ST. Joseph's Girls High School

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