Vikashni Devi
Dunedin,South Dunedin
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with seven years of experience in healthcare. Bringing forth highly regarded skills in providing optimum patient care and carrying out all treatment protocols with sensitivity and precision. Bringing forth a motivated attitude and a variety of powerful skills. Bilingual, hardworking, and ready to join my next team. Proven ability to establish and maintain excellent communication and relationships with clients. Offering expertise in community health, maternal and child health and geriatric nursing.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Age Care
Radius Care
10.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed routine nursing care, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the facility.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Health Care Assistant (Level 4)
Radius Care
11.2022 - 09.2023
- Assisted with patient hygiene, physical comfort, eating, and drinking, and mobility while observing and reporting specific changes.
- Lifted patients using appropriate equipment in accordance with moving and handling policy.
- Reduced risk of infections by adhering to strict hygiene protocols during all aspects of care delivery.
- Observed patient skin conditions and reported findings to registered nurse.
- Cultivated strong relationships with patients and families, fostering an environment of trust and open communication that facilitated better healthcare experiences.
- Performed vital signs monitoring, ensuring timely reporting of any abnormalities to the medical team.
- Supported patients'' physical therapy goals through guided exercises and range of motion activities.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Followed directions of licensed nurses to administer medications and treatments.
Registered Nurse
Ministry Of Health And Medical Services
05.2017 - 10.2022
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse Intern
Ministry Of Health And Medical Services
04.2016 - 05.2017
- Internship rotation, covering arrears of medical, surgical, paediatric, intensive care, mental health, emergency, obstetrics and gynaecology nursing and general outpatient services.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Supported clinical instructors by demonstrating proper nursing techniques and assisting fellow interns in skill development.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills to analyze patient data, identify trends or changes in conditions, and provide appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient care by accurately assessing, planning, and implementing tailored nursing interventions.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while balancing multiple responsibilities such as direct patient care, charting, and collaborating with healthcare team members.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination of care.
- Enhanced continuity of care among shifts through detailed hand-off reports that outlined critical information regarding the patients' conditions.
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments during initial admission process leading to accurate diagnosis.
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications as prescribed.
- Facilitated effective communication with patients'' families, providing education on care plans, medications, and available resources.
- Provided compassionate care to patients and their families, offering emotional support and education on treatment plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge instructions and follow-up care recommendations.
- Advocated for patients'' rights and needs while respecting cultural diversity, ensuring equitable access to quality healthcare services.
- Ensured adherence to infection control protocols, maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients and staff members.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health - Public Health
Fiji National University
Suva, Fiji12.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Fiji National University
Suva, Fiji12.2015
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Competent in vaccination
- Able to communicate effectively in English and Hindi
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Monitoring
- Care Plan Development
- Health screening
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Hospice and palliative care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Home care
Languages
Hindi
Full Professional
English
Full Professional
Fiji
Elementary
Referees
Lisa Genge
Facility Manager- Radius Fulton
Phone: +6421729614
Email: lisa.genge@radiuscare.co.nz
Sr Sereani Kafoa
Sub Divisional Clinic Manager (Lautoka/Yasawa)
Phone: +679-9365483
Email: sereani.kafoa@govnet.gov.fj
Staff Nurse Shenal Kumar
Team Leader- Community Health– Lautoka/ Yasawa Subdivision
Phone: +679-9718008
Email: shenalkumar@gmail.com
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Age Care
Radius Care
10.2023 - Current
Health Care Assistant (Level 4)
Radius Care
11.2022 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
Ministry Of Health And Medical Services
05.2017 - 10.2022
Registered Nurse Intern
Ministry Of Health And Medical Services
04.2016 - 05.2017
Post Graduate Diploma in Public Health - Public Health
Fiji National University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Fiji National University
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