LIZETTE CHALACKAL
LONDON,ON
Summary
Registered nurse with extensive experience in patient care across diverse settings. Expertise in delivering comprehensive care and effectively delegating tasks based on patient needs and team capabilities. Committed to maintaining high standards of quality care within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Nurse Manager
Henley Place Long Term Care Residence
LONDON, ON
08.2023 - Current
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular, and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse-Skin and Wound Nurse
Chartwell London Long Term Care Residence
LONDON, ON
09.2018 - 05.2023
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to advances in wound care practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for patients with chronic wounds.
- Managed inventory of supplies used for wound care treatments.
- Reported any changes or abnormalities in a patient's wound status to attending physician or other healthcare staff members.
- Administered topical treatments, such as topical antibiotics, hydrogels, alginates, and foam dressings, as prescribed by physicians.
- Assessed and monitored the condition of wounds, including size, shape, color, drainage, and healing rate.
- Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
- Participated in wound care education sessions for healthcare staff to enhance knowledge and skills.
- Led wound care rounds with healthcare team to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Conducted pressure ulcer risk assessments and implemented preventive measures.
Registered Nurse
Apollo Hospitals and Research Foundation
Hyderabad, India
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Conducted patient assessments to evaluate needs and develop individualized plans of care.
- Organized continuing education opportunities for staff members related to their respective roles.
- Developed innovative solutions to improve workflow processes within the clinic setting.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate patient care services.
- Provided direct supervision to clinical staff members in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, physicians, other healthcare providers, insurance companies.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective delivery of services.
- Developed patient education materials and programs to enhance understanding and adherence to treatment plans.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Apollo College of Nursing
India01-2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic medical records
- Chronic illness management
- Infection control
- Wound care management
Certification
- Registered Nurse-CNO
- Advanced Wound Care Management
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Nurse Manager
Henley Place Long Term Care Residence
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse-Skin and Wound Nurse
Chartwell London Long Term Care Residence
09.2018 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Apollo Hospitals and Research Foundation
01.2010 - 03.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Apollo College of Nursing
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