SWETHA SATHYAN
Auckland,New Zealand
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CAP Nurse
Logan Campbell Retirement Village
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Assisted in emergency situations by remaining calm, focused, and providing life-saving interventions
- Collaborated with case managers to facilitate smooth transitions between hospital, home care, and rehabilitation settings
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient based on their unique needs
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure coordinated and efficient care delivery for all patients
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and medical staff
- Evaluated and documented patient responses to treatments, adjusting care plans as needed for optimal outcomes
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
- Daily review of patients with dementia level of care
- Handle medication management plans, wound care, and all aspects of physical assistance
- Instructed and educated family and provided delegation to health care assistants
- Engage with residents and act as physical, emotional, social, and mental support for them
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients to thrive in
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment and instrument
- Respect their cultural values and give high-quality care along with accurate documentation
- Competency Assessment Programme
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Critical care unit
Lotus Multi Specialty Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2024
- Supported physicians in carrying out medical procedures
- Utilized evidence-based practice to provide the highest-quality care
- Utilized critical thinking and problem-solving skills in responding to patient needs
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient care strategies and coordinate holistic treatment approaches
- Assisted with tracheal intubations, arterial blood draws, and wound dressings
- Collaborated with physicians to assess patient progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly for optimal outcomes
- Assessed patient response to treatments and interventions, making real-time adjustments to optimize outcomes
- Collaborated with case managers to streamline discharge processes and ensure smooth transitions for patients post-discharge
- Demonstrated effective communication skills in coordinating care plans with other healthcare professionals
- Coordinated patient transfer and discharge processes
- Coordinated the transfer of critical care patients
- Maintained accurate and complete records of patient care
- Provided support to patients and families during difficult times
- Involvement in all Medical-Surgical Emergency scenarios, delivering safe and effective care for the patient
- Effectively and knowledgeably provided RN care for all patients, handled intubations, defibrillators, blood transfusions, splinting, conscious sedation, and suturing followed by dressings
- Handled MENTALLY disabled individuals; therefore, soft skills like empathy, active listening and communication are maintained
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Multitasking abilities
- Knowledge of code and disability rights
- Inter-Professional Healthcare
- Advocated for patient safety and quality of care by implementing evidence-based practices in daily nursing routines
- Acted as a resource to other healthcare professionals
- Contributed insights to policy development initiatives related to critical care nursing practices
- Developed personalized care plans for each patient based on their unique medical history, leading to improved recovery rates
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment to enhance patient care effectiveness and efficiency in the ICU setting
- React effectively in emergency scenarios, demonstrating sound decision-making that helps save patient's lives
- Collaborate with all members of an interdisciplinary team, therapists, social workers, doctors and pharmacists
- Provided a comprehensive range of primary health care services, assessing and managing individuals with various health needs, including physical and mental health, substance abuse, health education, and responding to emergencies while offering acute care
- Administer IV fluids and medications including antibiotics, packed RBCs, and narcotics while carefully monitoring for side effects or any adverse reactions
- Provided life-sustaining cardiac care to patients requiring mechanical ventilation, ensured adherence to rigorous infection control standards, and fostered effective collaboration with healthcare teams
- Collaborate with nurses, and rapid response team for patient transfer to specialty Hospitals
- Documentation done through the computer system
- India
Registered Nurse - Critical care unit
Jupiter life line Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Supported physicians in carrying out medical procedures
- Utilized evidence-based practice to provide the highest-quality care
- Comply with Clinical Standards of Practice
- Assisted with the insertion of chest tubes and arterial lines
- Assisted with tracheal intubations, arterial blood draws, and wound dressings
- Taking care of patients who had cardiovascular diseases and surgery, gastro enterology and haemodialysis patients
- Taking care of chest drains, central lines, and tracheostomy patients
- Administered PG feeding as well as NG feeding
- Delivered high-level care to patients in ICU, respond promptly and efficiently to medical emergencies and code situations
- Proficiently performed and assisted critical procedures, including central and arterial line insertions, HD catheter and ICD placements, intubation, tracheostomy, IV, and nasogastric tube insertions
- 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
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, end-stage renal failure and other conditions
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors.
Education
Competency Assessment Program - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Nursing
Auckland, NZ10-2024
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Bangalore01-2020
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessments
- Direct patient care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counselling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Care planning
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Critical care
- Tracheostomy care
Accomplishments
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Timeline
CAP Nurse
Logan Campbell Retirement Village
10.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse - Cardiac Critical care unit
Lotus Multi Specialty Hospital
09.2022 - 08.2024
Registered Nurse - Critical care unit
Jupiter life line Hospital
09.2020 - 09.2022
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
Competency Assessment Program - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Nursing
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
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