Chitrakala Chitrasenan
401 Pukehangi Road, Pomare, Rotorua
Summary
I am Chitrakala, a registered B.Sc. nurse with over 9 years of extensive expertise. I have worked in CCU (Coronary Care) for 7 years, including 1 year in a leadership role as CCU Incharge in India and an additional 2 years devoted to the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) in Jordan. Recently, I completed my CAP at Rotorua DHB Hospital in New Zealand and registered with the New Zealand Nursing Council. I seek a challenging nursing position to apply my specialized skills in a high-acuity healthcare setting. I am committed to maintaining top-tier patient safety standards, fostering interdisciplinary collaboration, and consistently enhancing my knowledge for optimal patient outcomes. I am a confident, positive professional with exceptional critical-thinking skills. I am adept at both independent and collaborative work within healthcare teams. Skilled in building strong patient relationships and embracing constructive criticism for continual professional growth, I aim to deliver compassionate and efficient patient-centred care while contributing effectively to the healthcare environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Registered Nurse - II CCU-Intensive Coronary Care Unit
Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road - Bangalore, Karnataka
02.2021 - 08.2023
- Managed a diverse caseload of critically ill patients, utilizing advanced clinical skills to administer specialized treatments and medications, closely monitoring their conditions, and providing comprehensive care.
- Collaborated extensively with cardiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement tailored care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and their families on post-procedural care, medication management, and lifestyle modifications, and provided emotional support throughout their stay in the unit.
- Actively participated in quality improvement projects within the unit, contributing insights that led to the enhancement of patient care protocols and improved outcomes.
- Played an instrumental role in mentoring and assisting junior staff, contributing to their professional growth and the overall efficiency of the unit.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
- Established positive relationships with customers and other staff members.
Registered Nurse - II ICU-Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
King Hussain Cancer Centre
04.2017 - 04.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed a diverse caseload of critically ill pediatric patients, leveraging advanced clinical skills to administer specialized treatments, closely monitoring their conditions, and providing comprehensive and compassionate care.
- Collaborated extensively with pediatricians, intensivists, respiratory therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and execute individualized care plans tailored to each patient's unique needs, ensuring the best possible outcomes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing complex pediatric cases, receiving recognition for astute decision-making and effective interventions during critical incidents
- Actively contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the PICU, providing valuable insights that contributed to the enhancement of patient care protocols and improved patient outcomes.
- Update patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
CCU - Incharge
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital
02.2016 - 04.2017
- I oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation, and chest tubes.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses, from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care, and rehabilitation.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting the safety and security of the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Delivered a high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
- Lead teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standards of care and best practices.
CCU-Intensive Coronary Care Unit Staff Nurse
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital
12.2012 - 02.2016
- Managed a caseload of patients requiring intensive cardiac monitoring and treatment, delivering comprehensive care, administering medications, and closely monitoring their conditions.
- Collaborated extensively with cardiologists, cardiac surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement individualized care plans tailored to each patient's cardiac needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments, monitored vital signs, interpreted cardiac rhythms, and responded promptly to emergent situations, utilizing critical thinking and swift interventions.
- Educated patients and their families on cardiac conditions, treatments, and preventive measures, ensuring they were well-informed about their health status and care plans.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and confidentiality standards.
- Demonstrated proficiency in managing critical cardiac cases, receiving recognition from supervisors for prompt and accurate responses during emergency situations.
- Actively contributed to the enhancement of patient care practices within the CCU-ICCU through participation in quality improvement initiatives, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
- Received positive feedback from patients and families for delivering empathetic and personalized care during their hospitalization, fostering a supportive environment.
Education
CAP - Competency Assessment Programme
Lonsdale Education Centre - New Zealand
New Zealand 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc. Nursing
Bishop's College of Nursing, The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University, Chennai
Dharapuram-India08.2012
High School Diploma -
ST Aloysious GHSS, State Board
Dharapuram,India05.2008
High School Diploma -
CSI Girls Higher Secondary School, State Board
Dharapuram,India06.2006
Skills
- I am a confident and positive nursing professional adept at critical thinking, capable of excelling both autonomously and collaboratively within diverse healthcare teams
- My ability to build and maintain professional relationships complements my skill in working independently with patients and ensuring personalized care Embracing constructive criticism, I continuously strive for professional growth With proven communication and strong physical assessment skills,
- I am dedicated to delivering compassionate and efficient patient-centred care while contributing effectively to a dynamic healthcare environment
Certification
- New Zealand nursing council registration number, 331146
- APC expiry date, 30-06-2024
Nursing Experience
- Fortis Hospital, Staff Registered Nurse, II CCU-Coronary Care Unit, Bangalore, India, 02/2021 to 08/2023
- King Hussain Cancer Centre, Registered Nurse, II ICU-Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, Jordan, 04/2017 to 04/2019
- Kovai Medical Center and Hospital, CCU - Incharge, Coimbatore, India, 02/2016 to 04/2017
- Kovai Medical Center and Hospital, CCU-Intensive Coronary Care Unit Staff Nurse, Coimbatore, India, 12/2012 to 02/2016
References
- Mrs.Bridgette Mackie, Clinical Tutor, Lonsdale Education Centre, Foxton, New Zealand, bridgette@lec.ac.nz, +64 0272991461
- Mr.Femor Pagaduan, Clinical Preceptor, Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Rotorua, New Zealand, Femor.Pagaduan@lakesdhb.govt.nz, +64 2102555274
- Mrs. Shoba H.C, Nursing manager, Fortis hospital-India, shobha.hc@fortishealthcare.com, +91 95914 35610
Timeline
Staff Registered Nurse - II CCU-Intensive Coronary Care Unit
Fortis Hospital Bannerghatta Road - Bangalore, Karnataka
02.2021 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse - II ICU-Pediatric Intensive Care Unit
King Hussain Cancer Centre
04.2017 - 04.2019
CCU - Incharge
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital
02.2016 - 04.2017
CCU-Intensive Coronary Care Unit Staff Nurse
Kovai Medical Center and Hospital
12.2012 - 02.2016
CAP - Competency Assessment Programme
Lonsdale Education Centre - New Zealand
Bachelor of Science - B.Sc. Nursing
Bishop's College of Nursing, The Tamil Nadu Dr.MGR Medical University, Chennai
High School Diploma -
ST Aloysious GHSS, State Board
High School Diploma -
CSI Girls Higher Secondary School, State Board
- New Zealand nursing council registration number, 331146
- APC expiry date, 30-06-2024
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