Chitra Linda Kichenamourty
Queens Village,NY
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Educator
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
03.2024 - Current
- Successfully ran pilot CNA Cohort Training Program for Northwell
- Mentored new nurses in clinical practice and procedures, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Improved nursing competency through the creation and delivery of targeted training sessions and workshops.
- Supported departmental goals by aligning educational programs with organizational objectives.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwell Health Orzac Center for Rehabilitation
06.2023 - Current
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Served as a liaison between administration, medical staff, and nursing team for seamless communication and coordination of care efforts.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Addressed patient concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems
- Proper room allocations depending on facility demands and outbreaks (COVID)
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during challenging situations.
- Managed staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Mentored junior nurses in clinical decision-making skills, fostering their professional growth and development.
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
Somos – Community Healthcare
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Explain benefits/side effects of vaccine
- Prep Vaccination Stations
- Administer 1st and 2nd dose and boosters
- Explain after care.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
Pediatrics 2000
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Handled patients post triage
- Prep and administer all vaccines (HPV/MMR/Meningitis/Flu Shot/Hep A/Hep B/etc.)
- Explain benefits of vaccines to patient and/or parents
- Pregnancy tests
- Hearing/vision tests
- Coordinate/delegate tasks with MA’s.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Glengariff Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Provide direct holistic care to patients with a multitude of ailments
- Advocate for patients and families' needs while providing emotional support in various situations
- Complete detailed head to toe assessments while simultaneously creating individualized care plan
- Educate patients on health conditions, treatments, and discharge planning based on their needs in a manner that accommodated their learning style
- Management duties include: Ensuring unit is adequately staffed, delegation of tasks to RN’s, LPN’s, CNA’s, coordination of care with physicians and training new hires
Assistant Preceptor
LEVITTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Instructor for pre-med students
- Provided insight on modern medicine/technology
- Assisted and oversee students while on rotations
- Coordinated with Hospital Staff
- Held discussions regarding Health Science.
- Promoted student growth by providing consistent feedback on assignments and assessments.
Registered Nurse
Health Source Group – School Nurse Staffing Agency
02.2019 - 06.2019
- Cared for children with mild health concerns
- Contacted parents during emergencies
- Provided emotional/mental support for children
- Accompanied on medical school trips.
Registered Nurse
Sunharbor Manor
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Perform duties as Admission Nurse
- Perform initial and f/u Assessments
- Medication pass for 30-35 patients on the unit
- Delegate tasks for CNA’s
- Monitor I and O’s
- Monitor INR levels
- Coordinate with Physicians/Nurse Practitioner regarding patient care
- Educate patients and family members.
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Convent
06.2017 - 11.2017
- Cared for 32 Sisters (Nun’s), making critical decisions regarding care
- Coordinated with physicians and handled all medication (PO/Glucose monitoring/Insulin Administration)
- Developed excellent Wound care/Ileostomy care/Trach care
- Delegate tasks and created schedules for PCA/CNA
- Provided nutrition education for all patients
- Implemented mild exercise (walking/stretching/deep breathing)
- Provide end of life support/care (Administer pain medications/maintain calm and soothing environment/accommodate all needs/arrange to spend time with family/friends/arrange for visits to chapel and meet with Priest)
- Follow protocol on end of life care (pronounce death/death certificate/organ donation/inform family and friends).
Education
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick Township, NJ09.2024
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
North Brunswick Township, NJ12.2020
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) -
Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing
New York City, NY06.2016
Bachelor of Science (BS) -
Adelphi University
Garden City, NY06.2012
Skills
- Leadership experience - understanding staff related concerns, provide safe space for staff to express themselves and developing trusting relationships amongst staff and patients
- Strong computer skills including EMRs (Point Click Care/Sigma/E-Clinicals/Criterions) and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
- Patient support - including assessment, admission, patient education and proper documentation
- Effective communicator between interdisciplinary teams
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS -Basic Life Support
- ACLS -Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
RN Educator
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
03.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwell Health Orzac Center for Rehabilitation
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
03.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Nurse
Northwell Health Stern Family Center for Rehabilitation
05.2022 - 03.2023
Registered Nurse
Pediatrics 2000
08.2021 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse
Somos – Community Healthcare
02.2021 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Glengariff Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
05.2019 - 02.2021
Assistant Preceptor
LEVITTOWN HIGH SCHOOL
03.2019 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Health Source Group – School Nurse Staffing Agency
02.2019 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse
Sunharbor Manor
02.2019 - 05.2019
Registered Nurse
Sacred Heart Convent
06.2017 - 11.2017
Masters of Science in Nursing (MSN) -
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -
Chamberlain University
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) -
Phillips Beth Israel School of Nursing
Bachelor of Science (BS) -
Adelphi University
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