Registered Nurse

ABOUT ME

I am a dedicated and detail-oriented registered nurse with 7 years of experience working within a multi-disciplinary healthcare facility caring for patients. Demonstrating good organization skill, proficient in routine care and emergency response. I possess strong communication skills, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to learn. I excel at working independently, as well as collaborating effectively within a team. With a strong work ethic and leadership abilities, I am committed to providing quality care to patients and continuously improving my skills in the field of nursing. Looking for a challenging and long-term position.

WORK EXPERIENCE

02/02/2018 – CURRENT Pamplemousses, Mauritius

SPECIALISED NURSING OFFICER TRUST FUND FOR MEDICAL SPECIALISED CARE (CARDIAC CENTRE) During the past 6 years at the Cardiac Unit, I have been posted in different departments such as the Intensive care unit from February 2018 to May 2019 taking care of patients’ pre and post operative cardiac surgery with other comorbidities. Patients who are on artificial ventilation and other advanced technologies such as Temporary or Permanent pacemakers, Intra- Aortic balloon pump, infusion pumps and perfusers. My responsibilities were to: -

• Ensure that the highest standard nursing care is always maintained including care of Central venous line, Arterial line and surgical wound.

• Provide post-operative care including dressing of wounds.

• Monitor cardiac reading and vitals of patients and perform drug administration (Intravenous/ Intramuscular and orally) while reporting of patients’ status to doctors and surgeons. From April 2019 to August 2019, I was posted in the Angiography Department and back in April 2023 till now where my responsibilities are:

• Assisting Cardiologists including foreign teams in performing angiography and angioplasty, Temporary and Permanent pacemaker implantation, TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation), CRTD (Cardiac resynchronization therapy pacemaker) and congenital procedures including PDA coiling, PDA and ASD closure in both adults and pediatrics.

• Evaluating and treating patients (pre and post angiography).

• Patient education (post angiography).

• Ensuring proper handing over of patients to ICU or respective wards. From August 2019 to May 2023, I was posted in the Outpatient department and wards where my responsibilities were to:

• Do admission of patients for surgery, angiography and angioplasty and other cardiac procedures and prepare patients for their interventions.

• Collect blood samples, provide patient education, perform drug administration and wound dressing. 01/01/2017 – 31/01/2018 Moka, Mauritius

REGISTERED NURSE APOLLO BRAMWELL HOSPITAL

• Provide support and advice, educate patients and families about health conditions, and guide them through treatment plans.

• Record medical history and symptoms by documenting accurate information about patients' health, previous diagnosis, surgeries, current medications, allergies and family history.

• Monitor patients’ health by keeping a close eye on patients’ conditions, noting any changes or complications.

• Conduct physical examinations to assess patients’ overall health, including checking pulses, temperatures, and blood pressure.

• Perform diagnostic tests like collecting samples, blood pressure measurements, ECG.

• Administer medications and treatments by ensuring that patients receive the prescribed medications and treatments, monitoring their responses and managing any side effects.

• Operate various medical devices and equipment on a daily basis such as Ventilators, syringe pumps/ monitors/ ECG apparatus.

• Collaborate closely with healthcare teams (physicians, specialists, and other healthcare professionals) to provide comprehensive care.

• Assist surgeons during operations and participate in doctors' rounds.

• Provide immediate response and care in emergencies.

• Participation in public awareness outreach on noncommunicable diseases and breast cancer within the community. 01/04/2014 – 31/12/2016 Moka, Mauritius

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT APOLLO BRAMWELL HOSPITAL

• Work in teams of nurses to provide basic nursing care, toileting to patients.

• Assist patients with feeding.

• Help with the moving and handling of patients (from bed to chair or from bed to stretcher).

• Providing emotional support and companionship to patients.

• Perform basic health checks like taking vital signs and report any changes to the medical team.

• Act as a chaperone during auscultation of the patient.

• Participated in public awareness outreach on noncommunicable diseases and breast cancer in the community. 01/12/2012 – 01/07/2013 Port-Louis, Mauritius

HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT CITY CLINIC

• Assist paramedical and medical staff on a rotational basis (intensive care units/Laboratory/Dialysis/Operating Room/X-ray Department in daily activities.

• Help nurses in providing basic nursing care and bed making.

• Assist patients with feeding.

• Help in mobilizing patients from bed to chair or from bed to stretcher/wheelchair.

• Monitor patients' conditions by taking vital signs, weight and height before any procedures.

• Do chaperoning during auscultation.

01/08/2003 – 31/07/2012 Moka, Mauritius

SHIFT LEADER / CASHIER PICK 'N' EAT LTD, (KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN) Starting as a cashier in 2003, I had the opportunity to work for the opening of several KFC stores around the island. After 4 years, I was promoted to team leader and my responsibilities were as follows: -

• Responsible for the day-to-day operations of a fast-food chain.

• Manage day-to-day procedures, place orders of raw materials, manage stock and transit of funds.

• Supervise a team of 10-15 people daily and perform leadership roles.

• Promote teamwork and team spirit, motivate my team members for the smooth running of my unit. EDUCATION AND TRAINING

24/02/2020 – 01/01/2022 Pamplemousses, Mauritius

BACHELOR OF NURSING Polytechnic Mauritius Ltd / La Trobe University 01/12/2013 – 31/12/2016 Reduit/ Moka, Mauritius

DIPLOMA IN GENERAL NURSING Apollo Bramwell Nursing School/ University of Mauritius 01/04/2011 – 31/03/2012 Port-Louis, Mauritius

CERTIFICATE IN NURSING ASSISTANT Patrick Sana College of Health Sciences/ Vinayaka Missions University 06/02/2010 – 10/07/2010 Port-Louis, Mauritius

CERTIFICATE IN HEALTHCARE ASSISTANCE BSSR School of Para Medical Studies LANGUAGE SKILLS

Mother tongue(s): MAURITIAN CREOLE

Other language(s): ENGLISH AND FRENCH

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