Cathylee Nair
Registered Nurse
Richmond,TX
Summary
Dedicated to promoting quality patient care and satisfaction and offering experience in nursing and healthcare administration. Possesses proven track record of developing and implementing comprehensive nursing policies, providing excellent leadership and mentoring, and maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Alternate Director of Nursing/ Administration
Sugarland Trinity
3 2020 - Current
- Supervises nurse operations
- Coordinates patient care
- Directs and updates company operations as accordance to state, federal, and local guidelines
- Liaison between care team and patients.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing evidence-based practices and protocols in nursing administration.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by developing targeted discharge planning strategies for high-risk patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Cultivated partnerships with community organizations to expand access to healthcare resources for vulnerable populations.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards by regularly reviewing and updating hospital policies and protocols.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication, team-building activities, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Served as an advocate for both patients and staff members alike, championing their rights while navigating complex healthcare systems on their behalf.
Field Nurse
Phoenix Home Health
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Conducted regular home safety assessments to minimize fall risks and ensure a secure environment for recovery.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult situations, fostering trust and open communication.
- Managed wound care effectively, preventing infection and promoting proper healing techniques.
- Educated patients and caregivers on disease processes, medications, plans of care and individualized treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers for timely referrals to specialists or additional services as needed.
- Complied with applicable legal requirements for HIPAA and documentation standards.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and advancements in healthcare delivery systems.
- Managed activities from clinic initiation to termination of home health.
- Interventional nursing care per physician orders which include, but are not limited to; Wound, ostomy, and drain care
- Pharmacological Infusion Administration
- Management of multiple catheter sites and types
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through thorough patient education and timely follow-up visits.
- Demonstrated strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-pressure situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Field Nurse
Wellness Healthcare
10.2018 - 03.2022
- Assessment of body systems
- Interventional nursing care per physician orders which include, but are not limited to; Wound, ostomy, and drain care
- Pharmacological infusion administration
- Urinary and bladder catheter management
- Management of multiple catheter sites and types
- Bowel training.
Infusion Nurse
Oak Gardens Home Health
03.2014 - 07.2021
- Interventional nursing care per physician orders which include, but are not limited to; Infusion of vitamins, anti-infectives, TPN, hydration
- Wound, ostomy, and drain care
- Urinary and bladder catheter management
- Management of multiple catheter sites and types
- Bowel training.
Education
Doctorate in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner -
University of Texas Cizik
Bachelors in Nursing - undefined
Schreiner University
Associates in Nursing - undefined
College of Healthcare Professions
Applied Science in LPN - undefined
San Jacinto College
Skills
BLS Instructor
Nursing Management
Patient Safety
Clinical Leadership
Healthcare administration
Patient Education
Direct Patient Care
Team Supervision
Case Management
Strategic Planning
Certification
Basic Life Support Instructor for Adult Child and Baby, 05/01/20, 05/01/25
References
- Aric Dorado: Director of Nursing Phoenix Home Health; 346-316-6346
- Jacqueline Johnson: Director of Nursing of Trinity Home Health; 832-449-2346
- Ryan Larroza: Director of Nursing Phoenix Family Home Health;
- Janel Opena: Case Manager Phoenix Home Health; 346-808-8718
Projects
Cozy Care, Community based program, 07/01/19
Affiliations
Texas Nurse Practitioners
Timeline
Field Nurse
Phoenix Home Health
05.2022 - 05.2024
Field Nurse
Wellness Healthcare
10.2018 - 03.2022
Infusion Nurse
Oak Gardens Home Health
03.2014 - 07.2021
Alternate Director of Nursing/ Administration
Sugarland Trinity
3 2020 - Current
Doctorate in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner -
University of Texas Cizik
Bachelors in Nursing - undefined
Schreiner University
Associates in Nursing - undefined
College of Healthcare Professions
Applied Science in LPN - undefined
San Jacinto College