Karni Singh
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with 7 years of Intensive care unit (ICU) experience. A progressive career history having worked with diversified patient population across the globe, notably at Toronto General Hospital. Skilled in providing excellent nursing care in fast paced environment, and committed to enhancing patient outcomes and quality of care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
TRAVEL NURSE, ADULT ICU
John H Stroger Jr Hospital of Cook County
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Expert in providing comprehensive care to critically ill adult patients with a wide variety of conditions including sepsis, respiratory failure, diabetic ketoacidosis, multi organ failure etc
- Provided effective emergency care in critical situations and code blue. Performed ventilator management, wound care management, blood transfusions and IV drug administration
- Efficiently used strong communication skills to collaborate with health care professionals. Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, medications, and progress notes according to the unit policies
TRAVEL NURSE, ADULT ICU
St Paul's Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
REGISTERED NURSE, ICU
Toronto General Hospital- University Health Network
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Provided direct nursing care to the population with cardiac and vascular surgery including heart transplants, aneurysm repairs and valve repair & replacement
- Titrated continuous running drips of inotropes, vasopressures, sedatives and analgesics to achieve the target goals agreed by the multi-disciplinary team while working with the patient and the family
- Facilitated airway management assisting the emergent endotracheal intubations as well as working with long term tracheostomy patients
- Strong advocate for pain management and patient controlled analgesia (PCA)
- Monitored patients' condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry, closely observing hemodynamics and updating team members on changes in acuity
- Managed quality care of patients on ventilator support, Intra aortic balloon pump (IABP), Spinal drain, Ventricular Assist Device (VAD), Dialysis (CRRT) and other complex equipment
- Took upon unit Coach/ mentor role supervising trainees and new hires in the unit. An active member of the unit council team
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE
Sherbourne Health
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed care of patients in an acute respite centre catering to marginalized urban population. Worked through admissions to discharges, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and housing support
- Applied principles of trauma-informed care dealing with homeless people, LGBTQ+ community and new immigrants. Used conflict management, crisis intervention and de-escalation skills appropriately
- Maintained effective verbal and written communication skills with ability to adapt communication style to the audience
- Coordinated referrals through outreach and social supports, community health and mental health services and documented details in patient charts.
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Alberta Health Services, and Bayshore Health Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Managed patient care in an acute medical unit and a Diagnostic Imaging unit with Alberta health services
- Worked in long term care homes and rehabilitation centers with Bayshore Health Care
HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
Alberta Health Services, and Bayshore Health Care
12.2020 - 05.2021
REGISTERED NURSE - ICU
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
11.2017 - 12.2020
- Expertise care in post cardiac interventions and cardiac arrest patients. Caring at its best for mechanically ventilated patients
- Nursed the patients on Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO) support while working with the ECMO specialists
- Monitored and adjusted specialized equipment such as cardiac monitors, infusion & feeding pumps, IABP, ventilators, chest tubes, wound infusions and PCA pumps, dialysis machine, Endotracheal and tracheal tubes
- Making clinical judgement of when to extubate patients post-operatively and carrying out safe extubation
- Assisted and coordinated with the medical team to perform bedside procedures such as arterial & central line insertion, chest tubes and artificial airway insertion
- Undertook nutrition Link Nurse role. Conducted monthly audits, attended study days, and cascaded information to colleagues
- Mentored and trained new international Registered Nurses promoting adherence to established patient care standards
- Supported non-adult ICU nurses delivering patient care while working in full PPE and unfamiliar & temporary units during Covid-19 surge
- Received three separate 'Above and beyond' badges and recognition at multiple platforms for care to the patients during Covid-19 pandemic
REGISTERED NURSE- ICU
Medanta- the Medicity
07.2016 - 09.2017
- Assessed the assigned patients, completed safety checks and assessment forms
- Administered bedside nursing care which included administration of medications via enteral, injections (IV, IM, Subcutaneous), rectal and topical routes
- Implemented wound care plans and escalated pressure ulcers as per the policy
- Followed the care bundles such as urinary catheter care, central line care, care of patients on ventilators
- Participated in education days and workshops, and kept knowledge of current and established professional nursing concepts, principles and practices updated
- Facilitated positive care experience for patients, establishing rapport and applying interpersonal skills to reduce anxiety and promote cooperation
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
Fortis Hospital
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Worked in a busy 36 bedded medical surgical unit providing direct patient care and teaching to clients including pre and post operatives issues
- Was appointed as temporary team leader for 6 months supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Accurately documented all elements of nursing assessment, including treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Silver Oaks College of Nursing
Mohali, India09-2014
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Conflict de-escalation
- Community volunteer work
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control
- Foreign languages
Certification
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
- CCRN, ACLS, PALS, BLS
Timeline
TRAVEL NURSE, ADULT ICU
John H Stroger Jr Hospital of Cook County
09.2024 - 12.2024
TRAVEL NURSE, ADULT ICU
St Paul's Hospital
02.2024 - 06.2024
REGISTERED NURSE, ICU
Toronto General Hospital- University Health Network
03.2022 - 01.2024
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE
Sherbourne Health
09.2021 - 03.2022
LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE
Alberta Health Services, and Bayshore Health Care
05.2021 - 08.2021
HEALTHCARE ASSISTANT
Alberta Health Services, and Bayshore Health Care
12.2020 - 05.2021
REGISTERED NURSE - ICU
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
11.2017 - 12.2020
REGISTERED NURSE- ICU
Medanta- the Medicity
07.2016 - 09.2017
REGISTERED NURSE, MEDICAL-SURGICAL UNIT
Fortis Hospital
12.2014 - 02.2016
- Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR)
- College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
- CCRN, ACLS, PALS, BLS
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Silver Oaks College of Nursing
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