Simi Sara John
Drogheda
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Care Assistant ( Disability Service )
Talbot Group
Stamullen
09.2020 - Current
- Participated in educational opportunities related to health care assistant duties.
- Interacted positively with family members of patients while delivering compassionate care.
- Observed patients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions and reported any changes to supervisor or nurse on duty.
- Organized medical records for patient care plans and ensured accuracy.
- Assisted with mobility exercises for immobile patients under direction of physical therapist or nurse.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing basic patient care, such as taking vital signs and administering medications.
- Performed routine tests, such as blood glucose monitoring, height and weight measurements and vision screenings.
- Helped feed residents who are unable to feed themselves due to disability or illness.
- Assisted with cleaning of rooms between patients; restocked supplies as needed.
- Provided comfort measures such as back rubs and positioning of bedridden patients.
- Utilized strong organizational skills while managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing and dressing.
- Checked vital signs regularly including temperature, pulse rate, respiration rate, blood pressure.
- Administered medications orally or topically as prescribed by physician.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests in a timely manner.
- Transported patients to different locations within the facility or to appointments outside the facility.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
Staff Nurse
New Life Hospitals
Nilambur
07.2016 - 01.2017
- Assisted in the development of patient care plans based on patients' needs and medical conditions.
- Performed daily chart review rounds with multidisciplinary healthcare teams providing feedback on current level of care.
- Assessed changes in patient status and notified physician of any changes in condition.
- Educated families about the child's diagnosis, prognosis, anticipated course of treatment, expected outcomes and post-discharge care plan.
- Monitored vital signs such as heart rate, respiratory rate, temperature, and blood pressure.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Staff Nurse
New Life Hospitals
Nilambur
02.2014 - 09.2015
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Staff Nurse
MIMS hospital
Kottakkal
07.2012 - 10.2013
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
- Utilized an electronic medical record system to store patient information securely.
- Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Answered patient questions and provided take-home materials for further information.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Staff Nurse
NIMS Hospital
Wandoor
10.2010 - 12.2011
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
- Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Rathna College of Nursing
03-2011
Timeline
Health Care Assistant ( Disability Service )
Talbot Group
09.2020 - Current
Staff Nurse
New Life Hospitals
07.2016 - 01.2017
Staff Nurse
New Life Hospitals
02.2014 - 09.2015
Staff Nurse
MIMS hospital
07.2012 - 10.2013
Staff Nurse
NIMS Hospital
10.2010 - 12.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Education
Rathna College of Nursing
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