KEERTHIKA M
CHENNAI
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional with extensive clinical experience across multiple specialties, including medical-surgical, pediatric, mental health, community health, obstetric, and oncology care. Demonstrates strong clinical judgment, excellence in patient-centered care, and effective health education delivery. Highly skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, communication, and critical decision-making, with a committed focus on providing safe, high-quality, and ethical healthcare services.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
VHS Multispeciality Hospital
Chennai
02.2022 - Current
- Gained hands-on experience in patient care and surgical procedures at VHS Multispecialty Hospital, Tharamani, and Kilpauk Medical College Hospital
- Delivered healthcare services in urban and rural areas, including Kottivakkam, Neelangarai, Kotturpuram, and Saidapet PHCs, with a focus on preventive care and health education.
- Specialized in pediatric care at Kanchi Kamakoti Child Trust Hospital, Nungambakkam, managing neonatal and pediatric health cases.
- Provided psychiatric care and therapy assistance at VHS Institute of Mental Health (IMH), Kilpauk, managing a variety of mental health conditions.
- Conducted normal and abnormal deliveries, diagnostic procedures, and LSCS. Assisted in antenatal, intranatal ,and postnatal care at UCHCs in Kannagi Nagar and KMCH.
- Completed a comprehensive internship at the Cancer Institute, Adyar, and VHS Multispecialty Hospital, Tharamani, enhancing expertise in oncology and multidisciplinary care.
- Developed a well-rounded clinical skill set across specialized departments, including surgical, pediatric, community, and obstetric care settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
VHS, M.A Chidambaram College Nursing
Chennai,IndiaSkills
- Patient care
- Medication administration
- Clinical assessment
- Wound care
- Vital signs monitoring
- IV therapy
- Catheterization
- Community health services
- Oncolgy care
- Medical equipment handling
- Patient education
- Interpersonal communication
- Quick Decision-Making
PROJECT
A Study to Assess the Effectiveness of a Structured Teaching Program on Knowledge Regarding Health Literacy among Early Adolescents at Alpha CBSE School, Chennai.
ADDITIONAL SKILLS
- Leadership
- Cultural Competence
- Patient Advocacy
- Emotional Intelligence
- Research and Analysis
- Critical Thinking
- Healthcare Documentation
Timeline
Student Nurse
VHS Multispeciality Hospital
02.2022 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
VHS, M.A Chidambaram College Nursing