Nivin Simon
Garland ,TX
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at DaVita and Fresenius. With over five years of experience in dialysis, including post-acute care and chronic care, I believe my skills and dedication make me a strong candidate for your team. I am a versatile team player with a strong passion for providing high-quality patient care. I thrive under pressure and enjoy collaborating with my colleagues to ensure the best outcomes for our patients, showcasing exceptional skills in patient care planning and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient outcomes through critical thinking and compassionate care, evidenced by a significant decrease in patient falls. Expert in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and leading by example in high-stakes environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita, Post Acute Settings
06.2024 - Current
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Registered Nurse
DaVita
05.2023 - 06.2024
- 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.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
CCHT
Fresenius
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
- Reinforced patient and caregiver education to enhance understanding of disease and prescribed treatment protocols.
- Monitored patient's vital signs and adjusted dialysis treatment parameters.
- Delivered required oxygen by mask or cannula.
- Disinfected dialysis station, equipment and chairs after completion of each patient treatment.
- Followed prescribed infection control protocols and wore personal protective equipment to minimize contamination risk.
- Maintained a high level of professionalism at all times, upholding the highest standards of patient care and confidentiality.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry best practices and enhance patient care delivery.
- Implemented process improvements following internal audits or regulatory inspections that led to increased efficiency within the clinic.
CCHT
DaVita
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Performed accurate water quality testing, ensuring optimal conditions for safe and effective dialysis treatments.
- Assisted with dialysis technician orientation and training to promote high standard of patient care.
- Provided comprehensive pre-and post-treatment assessments, identifying any potential complications and addressing them promptly.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and accurate hemodialysis treatments.
- Completed dialysis machine and equipment setup prior to patient treatment and performed safety tests to verify readiness.
- Responded to dialysis-related emergency situations under nurse supervision.
- Obtained patient's blood samples via access site or dialysis lines.
- Performed dialysis access site cannulation and initiated dialysis treatment.
- Participated in technical and clinical competency reviews to maintain dialysis treatment skill level.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
Pune, Maharashtra, India 12.2019
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient care
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- IV setup
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Patient management
- Care planning
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
Certification
CCHT
CPR
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Tamil
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita, Post Acute Settings
06.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Fresenius
05.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
DaVita
05.2023 - 06.2024
CCHT
Fresenius
11.2022 - 05.2023
CCHT
DaVita
02.2020 - 05.2023
CCHT
CPR
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Tilak Maharashtra Vidyapeeth
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