Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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References
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Rinku Thomas

Rinku Thomas

Clonakilty

Summary

Nursing leader with extensive experience at Community Hospital Clonakilty, specializing in crisis management and quality improvement. Demonstrated success in enhancing resident care through effective team collaboration and innovative solutions. Expertise in health education and building strong relationships with interdisciplinary teams to achieve optimal resident outcomes.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Interim CNM2

Community Hospital Clonakilty
Clonakilty
10.2022 - Current
  • Led dementia ward operations to enhance resident care and staff efficiency.
  • Facilitated implementation of national guideline number 21 for improved practices.
  • Contributed as a QPS team member to ensure quality service delivery.
  • Attended weekly and regular meetings with team to review care practice.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Acted as Health and Safety Representative and DSE Assessor to uphold workplace standards.
  • Served as safeguarding team representative to protect vulnerable residents.
  • Participated in Dementia committee to advocate for best care practices.
  • Represented incidents, complaints, and escalation team to address concerns effectively.
  • Managed time efficiently, ensuring timely completion of clinical audits and action plans.

Carechoice Nursing Home
Clonakilty
04.2019 - 08.2022
  • Managed ward operations to deliver safe, high-quality care consistently.
  • Attended weekly meetings with senior management team to discuss operational issues impacting nursing units.
  • Provided leadership during emergency situations by coordinating resources, delegating responsibilities, and ensuring safety protocols were followed.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized plans of care for residents.
  • Established strong relationships with service users, families, and multi-disciplinary team members.
  • Participated in weekly senior management meetings to address nursing unit operational issues.
  • Contributed to Quality Improvement initiatives that enhanced service delivery outcomes.

Nurse in Charge

Kalliyath Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018
  • Provided leadership in intensive care unit during emergencies by coordinating resources and delegating responsibilities.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols, maintaining high standards of patient care.
  • Developed educational programs for staff on policy and procedure updates.
  • Assisted in formulating departmental goals aligned with organizational initiatives.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create individualized patient care plans.

Nurse in Neonatal ICU

Sakra World Hospital
Bangalore
01.2016 - 09.2016
  • Maintained a safe environment for both neonates and staff through adherence to safety protocols.
  • Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
  • Educated family on neonate's medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.

Nurse in Charge

Rao Nursing Home
01.2015 - 09.2015
  • Led code blue team, ensuring rapid response to critical situations.
  • Directed activities in intensive care unit, managing patient care and staff coordination.
  • Infection control nurse and led the team during H1N1 pandemic
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored patient care plans.
  • Engaged in Quality Improvement initiatives to enhance service delivery outcomes.
  • Communicated core measure patient status to nursing staff for compliance and needs fulfillment.
  • Assisted in establishing departmental goals that aligned with organizational objectives.
  • Analyzed educational requirements for professionals to guarantee client preparedness.

Nurse in Charge

Raslock Hospital
01.2014 - 02.2015
  • Led neonatal intensive care unit team, ensuring high standards of patient care.
  • Demonstrated effective communication skills in coordinating with medical staff and families.
  • Quickly adapted to evolving clinical environments, enhancing team performance and patient outcomes.

Education

Master of Science - Older Persons Rehabilitation

UCC
CORK
09-2025

PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT -

UCD PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY
Dublin, Ireland
11.2022 - 04.2023

BSc. Nursing Degree -

RR College of Nursing
Bangalore, India
03.2009 - 08.2012

Skills

  • Team leadership and supervision
  • Analytical thinking and critical analysis
  • Crisis management and resolution
  • Quality assurance and improvement
  • Health education and promotion
  • Effective communication skills
  • Multitasking and prioritization
  • Interpersonal communication and collaboration
  • Self-direction and initiative
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Recordkeeping and documentation
  • Teamwork and interdisciplinary collaboration

References

  • Maureen O'Donovan, Former Director of Nursing, Carechoice, Clonakilty, maureen.odonovan@hotmail.com
  • Nicola Haley, Director of Nursing, Carechoice, Clonakilty, nicola.haley@carechoice.ie
  • Mary Nolan, Director of Nursing, Community Hospital, Clonakilty, mary.nolan5@hse.ie

Disclaimer

Clonakilty, 06/06/25

Timeline

PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA IN LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT -

UCD PROFESSIONAL ACADEMY
11.2022 - 04.2023

Interim CNM2

Community Hospital Clonakilty
10.2022 - Current

Carechoice Nursing Home
04.2019 - 08.2022

Nurse in Charge

Kalliyath Hospital
01.2017 - 11.2018

Nurse in Neonatal ICU

Sakra World Hospital
01.2016 - 09.2016

Nurse in Charge

Rao Nursing Home
01.2015 - 09.2015

Nurse in Charge

Raslock Hospital
01.2014 - 02.2015

BSc. Nursing Degree -

RR College of Nursing
03.2009 - 08.2012

Master of Science - Older Persons Rehabilitation

UCC

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