Refna Nazar

Senior Registered Nurse (Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU & Surgical Intensive Care Unit – SICU)
Almas Hospital, Kottakkal, India

October-2024 – Present

• Delivered high-quality post-operative care in the PACU and SICU, supporting patients through critical recovery phases after diverse surgical procedures.
• Monitored and managed approximately 5-7 patients daily recovering from anesthesia, including vital signs, pain levels, and post-operative complications, ensuring timely interventions.
• Cared for critically ill patients in the SICU, including ventilator and tracheostomy management, providing advanced nursing support for optimal recovery.
• Administered medications, including pain relief and IV therapies, adhering to safety protocols and individualized patient care plans.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, including surgeons, anesthetists, and physiotherapists, to develop and execute comprehensive recovery and care strategies.
• Educated patients and their families on post-operative care and recovery protocols, fostering understanding and compliance.
• Actively contributed to hospital-wide quality improvement initiatives, including a successful program to reduce patient falls, focusing on risk assessment, staff training, and implementation of preventive measures.
• Assisted in managing critical situations, utilizing strong decision-making skills to stabilize patients and ensure positive outcomes.
• Maintained accurate patient records, ensuring compliance with hospital standards and legal requirements.
• Mentored and guided junior nursing staff, promoting professional development and excellence in care delivery.

Key Achievements:

• Played a vital role in enhancing patient safety by implementing fall prevention strategies, resulting in a measurable reduction in incidents.
• Recognized for providing compassionate, culturally safe, and patient-centered care in high-pressure environments.
• Contributed to improved recovery protocols in both PACU and SICU, leading to reduced complications and improved patient outcomes.

Registered Nurse and Clinical Educator
Vinayaka College of Nursing, India
July-2023– May -2024

• Conducted hands-on clinical training sessions for nursing students in a hospital setting, providing direct supervision and guidance in real-time scenarios, including patient assessments, care planning, and implementation of nursing interventions.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams in the medical-surgical unit to expose students to a wide range of patient care situations, such as pre- and post-operative care, wound management, and patient monitoring.
• Demonstrated and reinforced hospital protocols, including infection control, safe medication administration, and emergency response measures, preparing students for professional nursing roles.
• Facilitated clinical rotations by coordinating with hospital staff, enabling students to engage in patient care activities, perform nursing procedures, and develop critical thinking and decision-making skills in high-pressure environments.
• Delivered lectures and practical demonstrations, integrating theoretical knowledge with clinical application to enhance students' understanding of medical-surgical nursing principles.
• Evaluated student performance through direct observation, feedback, and assessments, fostering their professional growth and readiness for clinical practice.
• Managed and utilized various medical equipment during training sessions, including IV cannulation equipment, oxygen therapy devices, Foley catheters, surgical instruments, nebulizers, suction apparatus, patient lifting devices, and wound dressing kits.

Key Achievements:

• Mentored a cohort of nursing students, many of whom achieved high success rates in clinical evaluations and professional licensure exams.
• Recognized for innovative teaching methods that bridged the gap between classroom learning and clinical application.
• Enhanced students' competence in delivering patient-centered, evidence-based care through comprehensive training and mentorship.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Operative Intensive Care Unit (POICU)
Baby Memorial Hospital, India
September-2021 – April-2023

• Managed a high-acuity post-operative care unit, leading pre-operative assessments, post-operative monitoring, and critical care delivery in HDU and ventilator settings.
• Provided exceptional nursing care to patients recovering from various surgeries, including complex and high-risk procedures, ensuring effective pain management, wound care, and early mobilization.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including surgeons, anesthesiologists, and rehabilitation staff, to design and implement individualized care plans focused on optimal recovery outcomes.
• Supervised the patient journey from the immediate post-operative phase to discharge or transfer, emphasizing safety, stabilization, and quality care.
• Acted as the after-hours team leader, overseeing critical decision-making, coordinating care, and ensuring smooth unit operations during high-pressure situations.
• Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, driving enhanced patient safety protocols and achieving Best ICU Award for delivering high-quality post-operative care.
• Recognized for excellence in patient feedback, praised for compassionate, patient-centered care, and effective communication with families.

Key Achievements:

• Awarded the Best ICU Award for maintaining exemplary standards of care and safety.
• Recognized by hospital leadership for outstanding patient feedback and consistently high satisfaction ratings.
• Successfully led the team during after-hours shifts, ensuring efficient operations and positive patient outcomes.

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Registered Nurse – Post-Operative and COVID UNIT
Moolchand Hospital, India
March-2019-June-2021

• Delivered specialized nursing care in a multi-disciplinary post-operative unit, managing patients undergoing diverse surgeries, including plastic, general, gynecological, orthopedic, laparoscopic, ENT, and neuro procedures.
• Oversaw pre- and post-operative assessments, administered medications, and closely monitored patients for complications in both daycare and HDU settings, ensuring smooth transitions from surgery to recovery.
• Provided targeted care in a high-acuity environment, with a focus on pain management, wound care, and patient education to optimize recovery outcomes.
• Played a vital role during the COVID-19 pandemic as a team lead in the COVID HDU, adapting to evolving protocols and providing critical care to COVID-affected patients, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and leadership under pressure.
• Collaborated with surgeons, anesthesiologists, and multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring patient-centered and comprehensive support throughout the surgical journey.
• Recognized for advanced clinical expertise in managing HDU patients, particularly those requiring complex monitoring following neuro and ENT surgeries, contributing to superior patient safety and care quality.

Key Achievements:

• Awarded the Best Nurse Award by hospital leadership for service and dedication during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Successfully led the COVID Unit team, ensuring efficient care delivery and adherence to stringent safety protocols during high-stress scenarios.
• Commended by patients and healthcare teams for compassionate, high-quality care and excellent communication skills