Lidiya Varughese
MONTREAL,Canada
Summary
Dedicated nurse with 10-year nursing background in delivering high quality care to diverse patients in two different countries seeking a secure challenging nursing position with focus on high quality patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Ciusss West Island- St Marys Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting any concerning changes to appropriate medical professionals.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care during daily activities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient's needs.
- Deescalated conflicts among residents by addressing their concerns with tact and diplomacy.
- Observed patients for changes in condition or behavior and reported developments to licensed nursing personnel.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by providing thorough hand-off reports on patient status and ongoing needs.
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
05.2020 - 03.2022
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Registered nurse
King Fahad Military Medical Complex
04.2015 - 12.2018
- 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.
Registered nurse
Holy Family Hospital
05.2009 - 03.2015
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
Education
Diploma in institutional and home care assistance - Health Care
Shaad Institute of Health Sciences
Montreal, Quebec03-2021
Diploma in general nursing and midwifery - Nursing
Jamia Hamdard University
New Delhi India01.2008
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- EMR system
- Specimen collection
- Blood sampling
- Vital signs
- Catheterization
- Blood glucose monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Tracheostomy care
Certification
- Current CNO RPN membership.
- Current OIIAQ membership.
- PDSB.
- Valid BLS.
- Up to date Continuing education .
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Ciusss West Island- St Marys Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
05.2020 - 03.2022
Registered nurse
King Fahad Military Medical Complex
04.2015 - 12.2018
Registered nurse
Holy Family Hospital
05.2009 - 03.2015
Diploma in institutional and home care assistance - Health Care
Shaad Institute of Health Sciences
Diploma in general nursing and midwifery - Nursing
Jamia Hamdard University
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