An accomplished nursing leader with over 14.5 years of experience in clinical management, nursing education, and quality improvement. Adept in operational leadership, strategic planning, and patient safety protocols, with a proven ability to drive change and improve care delivery. As a visionary leader, I am seeking the Head of Nursing position to leverage my expertise in patient-centered care, staff development, and healthcare innovation, ensuring exceptional nursing services and clinical excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head of Training & Development(Nursing) | Clinical Safety Officer
Fortis Healthcare
01.2017 - Current
Spearheaded the design and execution of strategic training programs, enhancing the clinical capabilities of over 200 nurses, while also ensuring ACLS and BLS certification compliance across the unit
Developed and implemented training curricula that enhanced staff competencies in critical care, soft skills, and clinical safety practices
Directed and implemented comprehensive patient safety and quality improvement initiatives, reducing patient incidents and enhancing clinical outcomes
Managed recruitment and retention strategies for the nursing team, focusing on talent development, reducing attrition, and fostering a culture of excellence
Played a pivotal role in manpower budgeting and ensuring the optimal allocation of resources, maintaining a high nurse-to-patient ratio without inflating costs
Led clinical audits, including five successful NABH and Nursing Excellence audits, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and clinical protocols
Proficient in SOP development, root cause analysis (RCA), and quality improvement projects, improving operational workflows and staff performance
Excelled in managing interdepartmental relationships, acting as a liaison between nursing teams, doctors, and administrative personnel for coordinated care
Introduced innovations such as record systems, enhancing patient data management, and ensuring accurate documentation
Playing a key role in hospital committees, including quality and safety boards, influencing policy changes to improve patient outcomes
Strong focus on infection control, Patient safety, maintaining compliance with national and international safety protocols.
Staff Nurse (ER) | Nursing In-charge
Fortis Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2017
Began as a Staff Nurse in the emergency department, quickly progressing to Shift Leader, then to Team Leader, and eventually In-charge of the emergency unit
Led and supervised emergency nursing teams, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols and quality standards
Managed shift rotations, team dynamics, and emergency room workflows to ensure efficient and safe patient care
Transitioned to the Nursing Education team as a Nurse Educator from October 2017, developing and implementing training curricula to enhance staff competencies in critical care, soft skills, and clinical safety practices.
Staff Nurse
CSI Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
Delivered quality patient care, ensuring adherence to clinical protocols in general ward settings.
Education
PGDHQM (Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Quality Management) -
Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Mumbai
01.2024
MBA in Hospital Management -
Annamalai University
Chidambaram
01.2021
Post Certificate B.Sc. Nursing -
Roohi College of Nursing
Bengaluru
01.2015
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) -
CSI Hospital
Bengaluru
01.2010
Skills
Strategic Leadership & Vision
Quality & Compliance
Operational Excellence
Staff Development & Talent Management
Patient Advocacy & Family Involvement
Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
Soft Skills & Communication
Teamwork & Self-Management
Audit & Accreditation
SOP & Data Analysis Expertise
Event Organization
Safety Compliance
Affiliations
Indian Nursing Society (INS)
Association of Nurse Executives India (ANEI)
Certification
Nurse Leadership Program (One-year course) | 2019 - 2020
Wound Care Champion Program
DVT Certification Program
ACLS & BLS Certification Programs
Supervisory Skill Program
Training of Trainers (TOT) Program
Attended numerous nursing conferences and conclaves.
Accomplishments
Patient Safety Initiatives: Introduced new processes and policies to enhance patient safety, including writing and implementing SOPs for: Clinical Alarm System, Patient Assessment and Reassessment, Clinical and Procedural Guidelines, Nursing Manual.
Clinical Care Pathways: Developed and implemented clinical care pathways for: Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries (HAPI), Fall Prevention, Medication Management.
Research Participation: Contributed to nationwide research within the organization, collaborating on studies aimed at improving patient care and clinical outcomes.
Event Organization: Organized various healthcare conferences and workshops at national and international levels, excelling as an MC for these events.
Budgeting & Planning: Skilled in budgeting and planning for large-scale events, ensuring optimal resource allocation and cost-effectiveness.
Awards & Recognition: Multiple awards for quality improvement in patient safety and clinical excellence at national and international conferences.
Audit Leadership: Led five NABH and Nursing Excellence audits, ensuring full compliance with healthcare standards.
Innovation in Care Delivery: Enhanced patient care and reduced clinical errors through innovative processes and policy changes.
Culture of Continuous Improvement: Fostered a culture of ongoing learning and development within the nursing team, leading to measurable improvements in patient satisfaction and care quality.
Timeline
Head of Training & Development(Nursing) | Clinical Safety Officer
Fortis Healthcare
01.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse (ER) | Nursing In-charge
Fortis Healthcare
01.2012 - 01.2017
Staff Nurse
CSI Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2012
PGDHQM (Post Graduate Diploma in Hospital Quality Management) -