George Augustine
Summary
Compassionate and patient-oriented Nurse with seven years of experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments while offering expertise with mental health specialty.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Arataki Ministries
02.2019 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to track patient progress, evaluate treatment effectiveness, and modify plans as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- Maintained a safe therapeutic environment that promoted healing by following infection control protocols within the psychiatric unit setting.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Coordinated discharge planning with patients, families, and community providers to ensure continuity of care and successful transition back into the community.
- Provided crisis intervention services during psychiatric emergencies, ensuring patient safety through effective de-escalation techniques.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss complex cases collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines for better decision-making processes.
- Created and implemented group therapies and programs to help patients improve or regain coping abilities.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and autonomy in treatment decisions while maintaining a therapeutic alliance that fosters trust and open communication.
- Enhanced overall quality of care through participation in ongoing professional development opportunities related to mental health nursing best practices.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to enhance social skills development, emotional regulation, and conflict resolution among patients with varying diagnoses.
- Prevented medication errors by carefully reviewing prescriptions from psychiatrists before administering medication in accordance with established guidelines.
- Supported newly licensed nurses in their orientation process by serving as a preceptor and providing guidance on clinical practice within mental health nursing.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviours and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Educating and providing patients with access to reliable resources and information about treatment plans and to make sure they are not in danger to themselves and those around them.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
Registered Nurse
Kamo Rest Home
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with team and 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 management and lifestyle options.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- 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.
Community Support Worker
IDEA Services
02.2012 - 12.2016
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviours, and incidents.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted clients in achieving greater independence, fostering a sense of empowerment through guidance and encouragement.
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Provided crisis intervention support when needed, deescalating situations while prioritizing the safety of all involved parties.
- Implemented creative problem-solving techniques for resolving conflicts or challenges faced by clients in their daily lives.
- Organized recreational activities that fostered positive social interactions and improved overall client satisfaction.
- Maintained professional development through ongoing training courses, staying current on best practices in the field of community support work.
- Delivered consistent follow-up care to monitor progress towards goals, adjusting support strategies as necessary based on ongoing evaluation results.
- Connected clients with appropriate community resources, effectively navigating complex systems on their behalf.
- Provided emotional support to affected residents and victims and assisted in developing long-term recovery plans and goals.
- Facilitated group sessions focused on skill-building activities, promoting social engagement and personal growth among participants.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless delivery of community support services and optimal client outcomes.
- Offered compassionate care during transitional periods such as housing changes or medical emergencies, providing stability amid uncertainty.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients through empathetic communication and active listening skills.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NorthTec
Whangarei, NZ11.2016
Bachelor of Commerce -
Nagpur University
India01.1989
Timeline
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Arataki Ministries
02.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Kamo Rest Home
01.2016 - 12.2018
Community Support Worker
IDEA Services
02.2012 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
NorthTec
Bachelor of Commerce -
Nagpur University
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