Judith Merlin Raju
Arviat,Nunavut
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented and Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational worker with providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Mental Health
Government Of Nunavut
Arviat, NU
05.2023 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments to evaluate the severity of mental illness or emotional disturbances.
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
- Counseled patients individually and in group settings on topics such as stress management, anger control, substance abuse prevention, and self-improvement strategies.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources such as housing assistance programs or employment opportunities for patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Conducted initial assessments of clients to diagnose mental health disorders and develop treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based interventions based on best practices in the field of mental health counseling.
- Monitored client safety by assessing risk factors associated with suicide or self-harm behaviors.
- Assisted clients with identifying feelings and behaviors by asking open-ended questions.
Community Social Services Worker
GOVERNMENT OF NUNAVUT
Arviat, NU
03.2020 - 05.2023
- Provides statutory and non-statutory departmental programs delivered within the community which includes Child and Family Services(Act); Adoptions(Act); Guardianship(Act); Children’s residential care/foster program/medically fragile Children.
- Intervention services/dispute resolution/Crisis emergency suicide response/counselings/referrals.
- Adult residential care program and Family Violence response/relocations/local safe home development.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources, public transportation, healthcare and financial guidance.
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Provided mental health support to homeless clients and connected each with community resources.
Student Nurse
HUMBER RIVER HOSPITAL
Toronto, ON
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs and bandages.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Delivered meals and snacks, helped patients feed themselves and documented intake for medical records.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
Finance Officer
SHARED CARE CHILD CARE
Arviat, NU
08.2018 - 03.2020
- Administration of Payroll, Accounts Receivable/Payable, Receipts, Bank Reconciliations. Complete month-end reporting.
- Assist in Inventory of Assets of Early Childhood Programs.
- Reorganized finance and accounting departments to improve efficiency and cut excess spending.
- Created and enforced company-wide controls regarding revenue and expenses in concerted effort to protect organization's assets.
- Created and implemented best practices to standardize internal processes and procedures.
- Analyzed operational processes and implemented continuous improvement initiatives to promote profitability and efficiency.
- Worked with senior management to define standards, policies, procedures and organizational enhancements to meet company goals for finance.
Registered Nurse
BABY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
, India
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Attended emergent cases. Worked as a Triage Nurse.
- Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Treated patients suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders and pneumonia.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
Behavioral Counsellor
NEWAGE SERVICES Inc
Calgary, AB
01.2018 - 03.2018
- Done the behavioral assessment for an autistic client. Done the ISP's for the client based on the assessment. Design a program to support the client in appositive way to develop more adaptive behavior’s.
- Taught clients anger management techniques, relaxation skills, impulse control, social skills, emotional coping skills and functional living skills.
- Monitored behavior in individual and group sessions and intervened when necessary.
- Provided counseling for relapse prevention, social issues and mental health problems.
Community Social Services Practitioner
VALID ASSOCIATION
Vegreville, AB
11.2013 - 12.2017
- Supervised the individuals diagnosed with FASD, autism, bipolar, ADHD and with high behavioral needs.Provided support to clients and their families.Completed administrative work such as finances and monthly summary.
Disability Services Management Worker
PARTICIPATION HOUSE
London, ON
02.2013 - 11.2013
- Worked in the residential program.Assist staff in defining and measuring behavior; understanding principles of reinforcement and facilitate team meetings with parents for completing a Functional Behavioral Assessment.Provide leadership to others through example and sharing knowledge and skill.Took clients for leisure activities and helping them engaged in activities including personal care as well.
Community and Family Services Worker (Outreach Worker)
ALICE SADDY ASSOCIATION
London, ON
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Spent time with the people who needs help.Took them out for community activities such as bowling, music, parks and restaurants.Provided support to clients and give them leisure activities.
Student Counsellor
CLARKE SECONDARY SCHOOL
London, ON
10.2012 - 12.2012
- Assisted the students in getting their daily class routines done.Provided psychological support to students such as counselling.Provided supports to students based on their needs.
Registered Nurse
RAJAH MUTHAIYA MEDICAL COLLEGE HOSPITAL
, India
11.2009 - 12.2010
- Mental Health).Support people with issues ranging from anxiety and depression to personality and eating disorders or addiction to drugs or alcohol.Worked in a range of settings, including hospitals and people’s homes.
Education
Academic Pathway For Nurses
George Brown College
12.2021
Diploma - Social Services Worker (CSW/DSW)
Fanshawe College
04.2013
Bachelor of Nursing (RN) -
Annamalai University
06.2009
Certificate Program - Inter Professional Collaboration
George Brown College
Toronto, ONSkills
- Community outreach expert
- Behavioral therapy
- Family maintenance
- Psycho-social assessments
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Child welfare and protective services
- Community referrals
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified
- Patient-centered care
- Confidential documentation and recordkeeping
- Structural family therapy
- Women's issues
Accomplishments
- Developed relationships with Inuit clients and understand their cultures and way of living.
Certification
- CPR and First aid Training - 2021
- Non-violent crisis intervention
- Mental Health First aid
- Suicide Intervention
- ASSIST
- Pranic Healing & Arhatic Yoga
- Vulnerable sector check
- Class 5 Driver's License
- Member of the Indian Redcross Society
Additional Information
References available upon request.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Mental Health
Government Of Nunavut
05.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
HUMBER RIVER HOSPITAL
09.2021 - 12.2021
Community Social Services Worker
GOVERNMENT OF NUNAVUT
03.2020 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
BABY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
06.2019 - 08.2019
Finance Officer
SHARED CARE CHILD CARE
08.2018 - 03.2020
Behavioral Counsellor
NEWAGE SERVICES Inc
01.2018 - 03.2018
Community Social Services Practitioner
VALID ASSOCIATION
11.2013 - 12.2017
Community and Family Services Worker (Outreach Worker)
ALICE SADDY ASSOCIATION
03.2013 - 06.2013
Disability Services Management Worker
PARTICIPATION HOUSE
02.2013 - 11.2013
Student Counsellor
CLARKE SECONDARY SCHOOL
10.2012 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse
RAJAH MUTHAIYA MEDICAL COLLEGE HOSPITAL
11.2009 - 12.2010
Academic Pathway For Nurses
George Brown College
Diploma - Social Services Worker (CSW/DSW)
Fanshawe College
Bachelor of Nursing (RN) -
Annamalai University
Certificate Program - Inter Professional Collaboration
George Brown College
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