Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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SUMITHA CHANDRAN

AHPRA: NMW0002874580

Summary

A dedicated and patient-oriented registered nurse with 10 years of experience in medical, medical-surgical ward and rounding nurse in geriatric and palliative care. Progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in a fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients, family and colleagues.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

BUPA ROSSENDALE
Hamilton
09.2024 - 10.2024
  • Administered prescribed medications and documented them accurately in the Medi-Map as per hospital guidelines and policy
  • Monitored vital signs and recorded in V- care
  • Performed wound management as per the wound care plan
  • Management of residents who have had challenging behaviour, non-pharmacological and pharmacological approaches
  • Performed fall risk assessment (FRAT) and pain assessment (ABBEY pain scale)
  • Established short-term care plans
  • Ensured documentation was accurate, and timely, and maintained confidentiality within a legal and ethical work

REGISTERED NURSE

MINISTRY OF HEALTH - BAQAA GENERAL HOSPITAL
6 Years
10.2018 - 08.2024
  • Company Overview: Saudi Arabia
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms, including physical and mental health, and health education.
  • Providing a comprehensive range of primary health care service
  • To improve the overall health and wellness of geriatric patients and enhance their quality of life.
  • Administered COVID-19 vaccinations
  • Administered child vaccination
  • Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease, and child immunization.
  • Provided high-quality care for patients with chronic conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and heart disease, through regular monitoring and medication management.
  • intermediate level computer and online information recording skills
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections, and monitored responses.
  • Assisted in life-saving procedures such as CPR and defibrillation during critical situations
  • Managed medical emergencies in the ambulance while transferring patients to the hospital
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.

ASTER CMI HOSPITAL(Medical-Surgical ward and rounding nurse in geriatric and palliative care))
Bangalore
01.2016 - 06.2018
  • Company Overview: Bangalore
  • Managed care from admission to discharge
  • Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care
  • Palliative care
  • Assisting elderly patients for daily living activities
  • Rapid response
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS
  • Demonstrated leadership skills as a team leader
  • Performed 12 lead ECG
  • Administered Blood and blood products
  • Provided patient care to patients from emergency, ICU and direct admission from the physician
  • Contributed to successful Joint Commission accreditation through strict adherence to policies and procedures
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers
  • Evaluated and assessed phone calls from the lab, physician offices and hospital departments to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.

Registered Nurse

JEHANGIR MULTISPECIALITY HOSPITAL
Pune
10.2012 - 04.2015
  • patient assessment conducted through assessment of patients' conditions including vital signs and physical examinations
  • preoperative care: educating patients about the procedures and obtaining informed consent.
  • intraoperative support: assisting during surgery by monitoring vital signs and ensuring a sterile environment.
  • post operative care: Assessment, medication administration, wound care.
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Assessed patient condition before, during and after surgery to ensure safety standards are met.
  • Performed wound dressing changes following prescribed orders from the physician.

Education

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME -

LONSADLLE EDUCATION INSTISTUTE
FOXTEN, NEWZELAND
10.2024

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - NURSING

KRISHNA INSTITUTE OF NURSING SCIENCES
KARAD
06.2012

Skills

  • Administration of Medications
  • First Aid
  • Communication
  • Accurate Medical Record-keeping
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Administration of blood and blood product
  • Infection control
  • Behavioral management
  • Risk assessment
  • Falls prevention
  • Patient-centred care
  • Chronic illness management
  • Activities of daily living assistance
  • Computer skills
  • End of life care
  • Time management
  • Accurate Documentation
  • Care plan devlopment
  • Patient and family education
  • Intravenous canulation
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Child and adult Vaccinator
  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
  • Leadership
  • Admission and discharge
  • Multidisciplinary team collaboration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Teamwork
  • Isolation precautions

Certification

BLS

INFECTION CONTROL

VACCINATION

References

 1. ANITTA C JACOB 

 Senior Registered Nurse

 Primary care( Baqaa General Hospital) Saudi Arabia

 anittacjacob1994@gmail.com

2.  HEATHER BAY

 Clinical instructor, Lonsdale education center, New Zealand 

 heather@lec.ac.nz

Timeline

BUPA ROSSENDALE
09.2024 - 10.2024

REGISTERED NURSE

MINISTRY OF HEALTH - BAQAA GENERAL HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 08.2024

ASTER CMI HOSPITAL(Medical-Surgical ward and rounding nurse in geriatric and palliative care))
01.2016 - 06.2018

Registered Nurse

JEHANGIR MULTISPECIALITY HOSPITAL
10.2012 - 04.2015

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME -

LONSADLLE EDUCATION INSTISTUTE

BACHELOR’S DEGREE - NURSING

KRISHNA INSTITUTE OF NURSING SCIENCES

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