Anita Bala Chandran
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Rotations/ Student RPN (400hrs)
Baycrest Health Sciences
05.2018 - 12.2018
- Worked under the supervision of instructor providing bedside care, medication, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on fractures, osteoarthritis and medical –surgical conditions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Christian Medical College
06.2003 - 08.2013
- Coordinated and managed care for patients undergoing myocardial infarction screening and anti-coagulation therapies
- Excelled in clinical leadership and oversight to a [40]-bed acute care medical-surgical unit, including daily scheduling, tasking and administration
- Managed caseload of 20 clients, providing education, treatments, IV therapy, Venipuncture, IV injections, Blood sugar monitoring, wound care and tracheostomy care
- Counseled clients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- 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.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- 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.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- 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.
Clinical Rotation/Student RN (528Hrs)
Etobicoke General Hospital Cardiology
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Addressed emergency situations rapidly and effectively, utilizing advanced life support skills when needed to stabilize patients in critical condition.
- Streamlined workflow for the cardiology unit, ensuring timely and accurate communication between healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to successful cardiac surgeries by providing perioperative support, including pre-operative assessments and post-operative monitoring of patients'' conditions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by developing tailored care plans and addressing individual concerns.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex cardiac cases.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through effective post-discharge education on self-care and lifestyle modifications.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from intensive care units to general wards by coordinating interdisciplinary efforts among healthcare providers.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing specialized cardiovascular care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Increased efficiency in administering cardiac medications by implementing evidence-based protocols.
- Elevated quality of care provided by staying current on new technologies and advancements in cardiology, ultimately benefiting patients.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Post Diploma Degree Completion Program
06.2024
Registered Practical Nurse Certificate -
02.2019
Academic Pathway for Nurses Graduate Certificate -
12.2018
Registered Nurse - Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery
08.2013
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Geriatric Care
- Quality Improvement
- High level of autonomy
- Case Management
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Wound Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Cardiac Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Acute care expertise
- Feeding pumps understanding
- Telemetry monitoring
- Tracheostomy Care
- Emergency Procedures
- Family advocacy
- Lab result interpretation
- Palliative care awareness
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Coordinating referrals
- Medical Records Management
Accomplishments
- Supervision - Headed onboarding process for new nursing staff.
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to number of patients in acute environment.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Quality Assurance - Ensured and enforced medical office compliance with HIPAA, OSHA and CLIA regulations for maximum quality and control.
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 30 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Patient Advocacy - Explained treatment procedures, medication risks, special diets and physician instructions to patients.
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Limited Working
Certification
- Inter-professional Collaborative Care Certificate, 07/2018
- Medication Administration Certificate, 04/06/2019
- Phlebotomy certificate, 04/20/2019
- GPA Certificate, 04/22/2019
- IV therapy Certificate, 04/27/2019
- CPR C Health Care Providers Level, Canadian Red Cross, 08/2023
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer-Dialysis Department, 11/2018, Present, William Osler Health System, Brampton
Timeline
Clinical Rotation/Student RN (528Hrs) - Etobicoke General Hospital Cardiology
09.2023 - 04.2024
Clinical Rotations/ Student RPN (400hrs) - Baycrest Health Sciences
05.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit - Christian Medical College
06.2003 - 08.2013
Toronto Metropolitan University - Bachelor Of Science In Nursing , Post Diploma Degree Completion Program
College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) - Registered Practical Nurse Certificate,
George Brown College - Academic Pathway for Nurses Graduate Certificate,
Christian Medical College - Registered Nurse, Diploma in Nursing And Midwifery
- Inter-professional Collaborative Care Certificate, 07/2018
- Medication Administration Certificate, 04/06/2019
- Phlebotomy certificate, 04/20/2019
- GPA Certificate, 04/22/2019
- IV therapy Certificate, 04/27/2019
- CPR C Health Care Providers Level, Canadian Red Cross, 08/2023
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