GEETHU CHANDRAN
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage 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
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Park Dental Wellness
10.2023 - Current
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
- Sanitized trays, instruments, and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Educated patients on dental hygiene, pre-surgical instructions and post-surgical care.
- Educated patients on proper oral hygiene habits, fostering long-term dental health improvement.
- Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Vimala Hospital Kanjoor
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Collaborated with 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.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
Registered Dental Anaesthesia Assistant
Sedation Dental Group
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Contributed to efficient surgical workflows by setting up anesthesia equipment and maintaining organized workstations.
- Improved operating room efficiency by assisting with equipment troubleshooting and maintenance when needed.
- Ensured high-quality patient outcomes with meticulous documentation of all aspects of anesthesia care throughout each procedure.
- Collaborated with surgical team members to optimize patient care and maintain a sterile environment in the operating room.
- Enhanced patient safety by closely monitoring anesthesia delivery and patient vital signs during procedures.
- Consistently adhered to established protocols for infection control, minimizing risks to both patients and healthcare providers alike.
- Reduced complications by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and obtaining medical histories from patients.
Registered Nurse
Kerala Government Health Services
11.2007 - 01.2014
- 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.
- 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.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
PVS Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - 03.2007
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Managed ventilator settings according to physician orders, significantly reducing instances of respiratory distress among critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish optimal care plans, resulting in improved patient satisfaction.
Education
Workshop - Nursing Practice in Canada
Beats And Breaths Academy
Edmonton, AB06.2024
No Degree - Basic Life Support
Heart And Stroke Foundation
Edmonton, AB11.2023
No Degree - Orthodotics
University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC07.2021
No Degree - Dental Anaesthesia
Dental Ed
Vancouver, BC08.2018
Diploma in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC06.2018
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
Kerala Nursing Council
Kerala, India01.2005
Skills
Strong clinical judgement
Prioritizing patient care
Patient Examination
Medicine administration
Intravenous therapy
Strong communication
Supervision and leadership
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- Next GenU Health Assesment
- CRNA Medication Administration
Timeline
Registered Dental Assistant
Park Dental Wellness
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Vimala Hospital Kanjoor
04.2020 - 08.2020
Registered Dental Anaesthesia Assistant
Sedation Dental Group
08.2019 - 03.2020
Registered Nurse
Kerala Government Health Services
11.2007 - 01.2014
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
PVS Memorial Hospital
01.2005 - 03.2007
Workshop - Nursing Practice in Canada
Beats And Breaths Academy
No Degree - Basic Life Support
Heart And Stroke Foundation
No Degree - Orthodotics
University of British Columbia
No Degree - Dental Anaesthesia
Dental Ed
Diploma in Dental Assisting - Dental Assisting
Vancouver Community College
Diploma in General Nursing And Midwifery - Nursing
Kerala Nursing Council
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