Dedicated Critical Care Registered Nurse with 10 years of direct patient care experience. Provide the ability to offer strong task prioritization and organizational skills Successful at advocating patient needs and quick diagnoses.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Toronto Western Hospital
Toronto, ON
04.2022 - Current
Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physicians.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
Registered Nurse
Best Children's Hopsital
Erode, India
02.2016 - 11.2020
Reduced incidence of infections by maintaining strict adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
Assisted physicians during high-risk deliveries, ensuring immediate attention and support for newborns in distress.
Monitored vital signs and responded promptly to any changes, resulting in timely interventions and optimal patient outcomes.
Assessed infants'' developmental progress regularly, collaborating with therapists as needed to initiate early intervention services when necessary.
Utilized advanced technology and equipment for continuous monitoring of fragile patients, ensuring their safety at all times.
Implemented kangaroo care techniques into daily routines as appropriate; contributed to improved bonding experience between parents and their babies.
Adhered to regulations surrounding the documentation of patient data; contributed to efficient and accurate record keeping within the NICU.
Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Registered Nurse
Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre
Chennai, India
08.2004 - 10.2014
Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for NICU patients, adhering to strict infection control standards.
Reduced complications in newborns by closely monitoring vital signs and administering prescribed medications.
Enhanced patient care by providing specialized neonatal nursing services to premature and critically ill infants.
Educated parents on infant care techniques, empowering them to confidently care for their newborns at home.
Promoted early intervention strategies by identifying developmental delays or other concerns during routine assessments of NICU patients.
Implemented comforting measures such as kangaroo care, skin-to-skin contact, and breastfeeding support to promote bonding between infants and their families.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
Delivered outstanding patient care in ventilators,CPAP critical care units.
Provided targeted care and treatment to phototherapy patients.
Education
Nephrology Nursing Specialty
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Toronto, ON
05.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Sri Ramachandra Medical College
Tamil Nadu, India
05.2005
Master of Science - Zoology
Loyola College
Tamil Nadu, India
06.1998
Skills
Neonatal Resuscitation
Umbilical catheterization
Patient assessment
Growth monitoring
Premature infant care
Oxygen therapy
Neonatal medication administration
Central line care
Thermoregulation
Team collaboration
Documentation and Reporting
Emergency Interventions
Languages
Tamil
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Elementary
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Toronto Western Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Best Children's Hopsital
02.2016 - 11.2020
Registered Nurse
Sri Ramachandra Medical Centre
08.2004 - 10.2014
Nephrology Nursing Specialty
Humber Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse at MercyOne Waterloo Medical CenterNeonatal Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse at MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center