Athira Sasikumar
Adoor
Summary
Dynamic quality assurance professional with a proven track record at Travancore Medical College Hospital, adept at implementing quality improvement methodologies and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations. Skilled in data analysis and fostering collaboration, I excel in enhancing patient safety and satisfaction through strategic planning and effective coaching.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Manager, Quality Assurance
Travancore Medical College Hospital
04.2025 - Current
- Developing and implementing policies, procedures, and protocols related to quality management, ensuring compliance with NABH standards and regulations, and staying updated on industry trends and best practices.
- Assessing compliance with quality standards, identifying areas for improvement, and ensuring adherence to established protocols.
- Identifying areas for improvement, developing action plans, and tracking progress to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
- Ensuring accurate and up-to-date records related to quality assurance activities.
District Quality Assurance Officer
National Health Mission
07.2019 - 03.2025
- Developed and implemented quality improvement plans to address gaps in healthcare services.
- Conducted regular quality assessments using tool kits of (NQAS, LaQshya, MusQan, Kayakalp, SaQushal, IPHS, SUMAN) to identify gaps in hospital services, processes, and systems.
- Choose suitable quality tools, such as PDCA, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and Lean, to address identified gaps.
Quality Assurance Executive
Padmavathy Medical Foundation
12.2017 - 06.2019
- Conducted Gap Analysis to identify gaps between existing processes and NABH standards.
- Developed Implementation Plan to address identified gaps and implement NABH standards.
- Training given to staff on NABH standards, policies, and procedures.
Registered Nurse
Kasthurba Medical College Hospital
05.2012 - 08.2013
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients' physical, emotional, and social needs.
- Developed care plans that address patients' specific needs and goals.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, monitoring for side effects and interactions.
Education
Masters in Hospital Administration -
Mahatma Gandhi University
India01.2015
B.sc Nursing -
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
India01.2011
Skills
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Leadership and collaboration skills
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and standards
- Data analysis and interpretation
- Quality improvement methodologies
- Risk management and patient safety
- Electronic health records (EHRs) and healthcare information systems
- Emotional intelligence and empathy
- Change management and adaptability
Certification
- NQAS Internal Assessor, 2024
- CPHQM, 2019
Medical Software
E-Health
Ellider
Timeline
Assistant Manager, Quality Assurance
Travancore Medical College Hospital
04.2025 - Current
District Quality Assurance Officer
National Health Mission
07.2019 - 03.2025
Quality Assurance Executive
Padmavathy Medical Foundation
12.2017 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Kasthurba Medical College Hospital
05.2012 - 08.2013
Masters in Hospital Administration -
Mahatma Gandhi University
B.sc Nursing -
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
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