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Sheena VR

Sheena VR

Flat No C 206,Romaparadise, Irulapalayam Road, Kuthambakkam, Tiruvallur district.,Tamil Nadu

Summary

Joining the NHS represents a significant opportunity to contribute to a healthcare system renowned for its dedication to equitable, high-quality care. Particularly drawn to elderly care and social care services, as well as the NHS's strong focus on community health initiatives. With skills, experience, and alignment with NHS values, confident in making a meaningful contribution to the team and patients served. Thanks for considering the application. Trustworthy and patient-focused approach with good skills in Intensive/Critical care unit procedures. Extensive experience in diagnosing and providing effective treatment according to medical ethics. . Excellent communication skills in English. Looking forward to pursuing a career in NHS Service in the United Kingdom.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CLINICAL OBSERVER

NHS WALES
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Through Clinical Observership program, gained observation of clinical practice protocols in the NHS.
  • Participated in educational sessions, case discussions, and seminars.
  • Studied and reviewed medical records and case histories,
  • Attended team meetings and ward rounds with consultants, interacted with patients, observed clinical procedures and interventions, adhered to NHS protocols.

TUTOR

ACS MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL
11.2017 - 12.2019
  • Taught the subject of Pharmacology ( both Theory and Practicals) to undergraduate students.
  • Mentored a group of students.
  • Prepared question papers for exams, corrected students' answer sheets.
  • Gained in-depth knowledge in Pharmacology.
  • Taught Undergraduates of Medicine ( 100 students), Dental (20 students), Physiotherapy ( 100 students), Nursing ( 100 students), Allied health sciences ( 600 students).
  • Conducted Pharmacovigilance Audit works about Adverse Drug reactions and reported the same to Drug control bureau. Took necessary actions of removing the batch of drugs which caused the same adverse effects in multiple patients, from the Pharmacy.
  • Also volunteered in 2 days health camp conducted by the hospital in a nearby village and provided basic treatment to common diseases, to around 300 patients.

JUNIOR RESIDENT

SAVEETA MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Conducted initial assessments, performed physical examinations, developed and implemented treatment plans, accompanied consultants in ward rounds, performed minor procedures, reviewed test results, monitored patients, provided medical prescriptions
  • Assisted Rheumatologist in IV administration of Immunosuppressants and Biologicals and in in administering drugs through Intra Articular route.
  • Attended patients in outpatient departments of Medicine and Rheumatology, with a turnover of around 60 patients per day.
  • EMERGENCY CARE:
    Responded to medical emergencies and provided initial resuscitation and stabilization.
    Also was doing duty as Casualty Medical Officer in the Emergency department, once a week.

REGISTRAR

ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
09.2013 - 05.2015
  • Worked in a 32 bedded ICU, performed patient assessments and monitoring, developed and implemented treatment plans.
  • Performed invasive procedures like Intubation, Central Line Insertions.
  • Responded to Medical emergencies, collaborated with healthcare professionals, supervised and mentored junior medical staff, ensured accurate documentation of patient care.

JUNIOR REGISTRAR

NIRAMAYA HOSPITAL
08.2011 - 08.2012
  • Worked in a 20 bedded Medical and Surgical ICU.
  • Took daily ICU rounds, attended medical and trauma emergencies, wrote discharge summaries, performed invasive procedures, monitored ventilated patients, reviewed investigation results.
  • Provided emotional support and education to patients and families regarding the patient’s condition, treatment options, and expected outcomes.
  • Did end of life care discussions abiding by the hospital protocols.

REGISTRAR

ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
12.2009 - 08.2010
  • WORKED IN A 32 BEDDED ICU OF A TERTIARY CARE HOSPITAL WITH INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS OF PATIENT CARE.
    My duties were as follows.
    1) Patient Assessment and Monitoring:

    Performed comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, including physical examinations and interpreting diagnostic tests.
    Continuously monitored vital signs, lab results, and other indicators to track patient status.

  • 2) Clinical Management:

    Develop and implement treatment plans, including pharmacological interventions and other medical procedures.
    Adjust treatment plans based on patient responses and changes in their condition.

    3) Procedures and Interventions:

    Performed invasive procedures such as central line insertions, arterial line placements, and intubations under supervision.
    Assist in or lead complex procedures such as chest tube insertions and renal replacement therapies.

    4) Emergency Response:

    Responded promptly to medical emergencies within the ICU and, when necessary, assist with rapid response teams in other areas of the hospital.

    5) Collaboration and Communication:

    Worked closely with intensivists (specialists in intensive care medicine), nurses, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
    Communicate effectively with patients' families, providing updates and discussing treatment plans, prognosis, and care goals.

    6) Education :
    Participated in educational activities and training sessions to stay updated on the latest advancements in critical care medicine.

    7)Documentation and Administration:

    Ensured accurate and thorough documentation of patient care, including medical records and daily progress notes.
    Participate in administrative tasks, such as managing ICU workflows and coordinating with other departments.

    8) Patient and Family Support:

    Provided emotional support and education to patients and families regarding the patient’s condition, treatment options, and expected outcomes.
    Facilitated discussions about end-of-life care and advanced directives when appropriate

ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER AND CASUALTY MEDICAL OFFICER

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH MISSION
02.2008 - 05.2008
  • Provided comprehensive primary care services to 100 patients daily, offered initial emergency medical care, managed chronic diseases, provided prenatal and postnatal care, monitored child growth and development, promoted preventive health measures, conducted community health education sessions, participated in public health initiatives.

ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER AND JUNIOR REGISTRAR, MEDICAL ICU

PRS HOSPITAL
02.2007 - 01.2008
  • Assisted General Physician in outpatient department with patient turnover of 100 per day.
  • Took daily ward rounds, and followed up Consultants orders.
  • Worked in the emergency department and medical ICU also. Dealt with medical and surgical emergencies, performed invasive procedures under supervision, monitored ventilated patients.
  • Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families.

HOUSE SURGEON

GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE KOTTAYAM
01.2006 - 01.2007
  • Dealt with patients from all specialties Of Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Obstetrics& Gynaecology, Orthopaedics, Community Medicine, ENT, Ophthalmology and Blood Bank.
  • Conducted routine check-ups and preventive care,
  • Offered emergency medical care, managed chronic diseases.
  • .Conducted 50 Normal labor deliveries ,provided prenatal and postnatal care, monitored child growth and development .
  • Promoted preventive health measures, participated in public health initiatives.
  • Worked as intern in 4 primary Health Centers with a patient turnover of around 100 per day. Each Primary health center covered a population of 10,000.
  • Voluntered in providing Health education to the public by conducting health camps, seminars .
  • Monitored Vaccination programs for Children.
  • Gained Communication Skills by dealing daily with patients of around 200 in number.

Education

MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery

Government Medical College Kottayam
Kerala, India
01.2007

Associate of Science - Higher Secondary School

Government College For Women
Kerala, India
04-1999

High School Diploma -

Mannam Memorial Residential High School
Trivandrum, Kerala, India.
03-1997

Skills

  • Acute Care
  • Invasive procedures in Critical care
  • Patient Communication
  • Teaching
  • Clinical Documentation
  • Resuscitation
  • Critical Care management
  • Leadership
  • Team Coordination
  • Multitasking
  • Organizational Skills
  • Infection Control
  • Active Listening

Managementexperience

Worked as Registrar of medical and surgical Intensive care Unit for 2 years. Worked in Acute medical Unit of various reputed hospitals across India. Acquired a total of 7 years of clinical experience in emergency medicine and Intensive care and was able to teach junior doctors about handling medical emergency with empathy, team work and professionalism. It is always my passion to handle emergencies in a professional way keeping all protocols and latest guidelines of Modern Medicine. I would be greatly obliged if I am allowed to be part of the Acute Medical Unit.

Auditexperience

Took part in pharmacovigilance Audit, while working in ACS Medical College. I was working as Pharmacovigilance Audit Associate ,while I was teaching Pharmacology at ACS Medical College & hospital.

Presentations

  • ACE Inhibitors in Hypertension : ACS Medical College, Chennai.
  • Newer generation Antibiotics and its Protocol in ICU set up, 2012; Venue : Niramaya Hospital, Pune.
  • An overview of Liver disease in pregnancy which needs ICU Admission, 2011; Venue : PRS Hospital, Trivandrum.
  • Ventilator Associated Pneumonia in ICU set up, 2008 ; Venue: Regional conference of Intensivists, Trivandrum.
  • Haemochromatosis; symptoms cause and management, 2008 : Venue : PRS Hospital, Trivandrum
  • Medical Ethics and the Hippocratic Oath, 2006 : Venue : Government Medical College, Kottayam.

AUDITS

  • Worked as Pharmacovigilance Audit Associate.
  • I was responsible for collecting and reporting Adverse drug reactions. ( ADR)
  • ADRs were reported to National Coordination Centres and Proper action , including the removal of the Culprit drugs from pharmacy outlets.
  • Also had the responsibility to spread awareness regarding the importance of ADR Reporting.

RESEARCH WORK

  • Did Research works on the topic ' Prevalence of Depression in Unemployed youths of Arpookara village, Kottayam'.
  • The research work was done as part of Community Medicine posting , during my undergraduation.
  • It was found out that the Prevalence is more on Unemployed Youths , compared to the general population.
  • Studies were done with written questionnaire and face to face interview.
  • Data gathered were Evaluated and Analyzed.
  • Conclusion submitted to Community Medicine Department , Government Medical College Kottayam, for further evaluation.

Gaps In Career within 5 years.

1January 2020 till January 2022.
Reason : I had undergone IVF treatment and later childbirth in 2020 and I was the Primary care giver of my child as there were no immediate caretakers living nearby.

January 2022 till June 2024 : Doing Private Independent Practice as General Practice from Home .Was treating patients from the neighbourhood , with a population of 5000. 

From July 2024 till date , Continuing my private practice.

Publication

Currently I am the Co Author of  a book named' Hazardous Material Classification and symbols 'for Elsevier Publications, Denmark. 

Expected to launch the book by 2026.

Timeline

CLINICAL OBSERVER

NHS WALES
06.2024 - 07.2024

TUTOR

ACS MEDICAL COLLEGE & HOSPITAL
11.2017 - 12.2019

JUNIOR RESIDENT

SAVEETA MEDICAL COLLEGE AND HOSPITAL
05.2016 - 09.2016

REGISTRAR

ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
09.2013 - 05.2015

JUNIOR REGISTRAR

NIRAMAYA HOSPITAL
08.2011 - 08.2012

REGISTRAR

ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
12.2009 - 08.2010

ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER AND CASUALTY MEDICAL OFFICER

NATIONAL RURAL HEALTH MISSION
02.2008 - 05.2008

ASSISTANT MEDICAL OFFICER AND JUNIOR REGISTRAR, MEDICAL ICU

PRS HOSPITAL
02.2007 - 01.2008

HOUSE SURGEON

GOVERNMENT MEDICAL COLLEGE KOTTAYAM
01.2006 - 01.2007

MBBS - Bachelor of Medicine And Bachelor of Surgery

Government Medical College Kottayam

Associate of Science - Higher Secondary School

Government College For Women

High School Diploma -

Mannam Memorial Residential High School

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