Liji Thomas

• Reviewed and updated infection control policies and procedures to ensure compliance with current standards.
• Developed and implemented comprehensive infection prevention plans for medical staff, patients, and visitors.
• Conducted regular training sessions for healthcare personnel on proper infection control techniques.
• Ensured that all patient care equipment was properly cleaned, sanitized, and sterilized according to established guidelines.
• Participated in disaster preparedness drills related to infectious diseases.
• Assisted in developing policies for the safe handling of hazardous materials.
• Collaborated with other departments within the facility to ensure compliance with applicable regulations relating to infection control practices.
• Educated healthcare personnel on the importance of hand hygiene practices and the use of personal protective equipment.
• Created educational materials about various types of infections, their symptoms, treatments., for distribution among staff members.
• Developed educational programs for hospital personnel, patients and families to enhance knowledge of infection control.
• Communicated trend data and analysis to implement process improvement initiatives.
• Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
• Provided staff education and training on new equipment, techniques, and processes.
• Resolved conflicts among medical staff in a professional manner.
• Assisted in the recruitment and selection of qualified nursing personnel.
• Coordinated scheduling of staff to meet departmental needs.
• Oversaw implementation of infection control protocols within the unit or facility.
• Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
• Called upon staff members to discuss patient care and treatment.

Key Responsibilities

· Quality management

· Delivery and evaluation of patient care.

· Quality improvement activities

· Management of resources

· Ensures updating of professional knowledge keeping pace with

· New trends and developments in nursing.

· Demonstrate skills and knowledge to be a resource and support for clinical management issues:

· Needs analysis for clinical requirements (material and personnel)

· Monitors clinical and resource management issues.

· Ensures appropriate nursing standards are set and attained.

· Local policy and procedure reviews

· Relevant, timely reporting.

· Workload management

· Plan and evaluate patient workload distribution and management within the designated area.

· Performance Criteria evaluation

· Demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to achieving nursing and hospital goals.

· Take systematic, time effective approach to achieve work allocated and to avoid time wastage.

· Deadlines and appointment times to be consistently met.

• Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
• Developed strategies for problem solving and conflict resolution among team members.
• Conducted regular performance reviews to assess individual team member progress.
• Created training materials and conducted group trainings on new processes or procedures.
• Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
• Planned, organized, and directed the activities of nursing staff members.
• Encouraged a positive working environment by providing support for nurses in difficult situations.
• Provided emotional support to family members during times of crisis or distress.
• Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
• Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
• Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.

• Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
• Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
• Actively participated in departmental meetings, training sessions and educational seminars.
• Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
• Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
• Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
• Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
• Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment and administered medications and IVs.
• Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
• Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

• Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient's condition in the ICU.
• Provided direct care to critically ill patients including administering medications, performing treatments and providing emotional support.
• Ensured appropriate documentation of patient care activities according to established standards.
• Responded promptly to changes in a patient's condition by initiating life saving interventions as needed.
• Monitored cardiac rhythms on telemetry monitors; recognized arrhythmias and initiated corrective measures when necessary.
• Developed relationships with families of long term ICU residents by offering emotional support throughout their stay.
• Supervised nursing students assigned to the unit providing guidance whenever needed.
• Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
• Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.