Overview
Work History
Education
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VELAGHANI RAJAH

Regina,S4S

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

HEAD OF NURSING DEPARTMENT

MEDICAID RADIO-DIAGNOSTIC AND CLINICS LTD
10.2021 - 04.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Worked based on shifts, weekend and holiday shifts.

SENIOUR STAFF NURSE

GLOBAL DOCTOR HOSPITAL MALAYSIA
12.2018 - 09.2021
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Staff Nurse

LOURDES MEDICAL CENTRE
11.2016 - 11.2018
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
  • Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives.
  • Assisted with delivery of newborns, providing care and support for successful transition to motherhood.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.

Staff Nurse

PUSAT JAGAAN LAKSMY ILLAM
05.2014 - 10.2016
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.

Education

Associate of Science - DIPLOMA OF NURSING

SEGI UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
KOTA DAMANSARA, SELANGOR
04.2009

Skills

  • Health Department Collaboration
  • Head Start Standards
  • Department Personnel Management
  • Head Unit
  • Nursing Department Oversight
  • Multi-Department Management
  • Department Inspection
  • Fire and Health Department Permitting

Timeline

HEAD OF NURSING DEPARTMENT

MEDICAID RADIO-DIAGNOSTIC AND CLINICS LTD
10.2021 - 04.2023

SENIOUR STAFF NURSE

GLOBAL DOCTOR HOSPITAL MALAYSIA
12.2018 - 09.2021

Staff Nurse

LOURDES MEDICAL CENTRE
11.2016 - 11.2018

Staff Nurse

PUSAT JAGAAN LAKSMY ILLAM
05.2014 - 10.2016

Associate of Science - DIPLOMA OF NURSING

SEGI UNIVERSITY MALAYSIA
VELAGHANI RAJAH