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Sindhu Kunjappan

Lanham,MD

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN, Medical-Surgical

Health Carousel
Cincinnati, Ohio
06.2022 - Current
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.

RN Floor Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
Ernakulam, Kerala, India
10.2019 - 03.2022
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Interpreted and implemented individual care plans.
  • Communicated with nursing personnel to enforce procedures, policies and regulations.
  • Initiated admissions, transitions and discharges by communicating with colleagues as well as patients and family members.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Joseph Mar Pachomios Medical Centre
Ernakulam, Kerala ,India
05.2019 - 09.2019
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
  • Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.

RN

Ministry of Health
Ayoon Al Jawa , Al Qassim , Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
10.2009 - 06.2013
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.

RN, Medical-Surgical

Marva Medical Mission Hospial
Ernakulam, Kerala ,India
01.2005 - 09.2009
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.

RN, Critical Care

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
Delhi, New Delhi , India
07.2002 - 12.2004
  • Managed PA catheters and arterials, vasoactive drug administration and titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tube management.
  • Provided direct care in surgical, cardiac and neurological critical care units.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to create, implement and adapt individualized care plans.
  • Assessed patients, documented observations and reviewed patient charts to determine care needs.
  • Treated patients with broad range of acute, life-threatening diagnoses.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Instructed patients, families and caregivers on diagnoses, chronic disease management and medication self-management.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
  • Detected emerging problems by monitoring patients' behavior, vital signs and fluid intake and output.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.

RN, Medical-Surgical

General Clinic and Nursing Home
Ernakulam, Kerala, India
01.2000 - 06.2002
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Observed patient's heart rate, blood pressure and respiration for signs of distress.
  • Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
  • Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
  • Represented health care facility in professional community organizations, maintaining high level of professionalism.
  • Administered medications and treatments as directed and as appropriate for patient's medical care in collaboration with multi-disciplinary team.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Midwifery

N.D.R.K College of Nursing
Hassan , Karnataka, India
01-2000

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Little Flower Girls High School
Vadakara, Kerala ,India
03-1995

Some College (No Degree) - Pre Degree

Nirmala College
Muvattupuzha, Kerala, India

Skills

  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Wound Care
  • Rehabilitation Assistance
  • Needs Assessment
  • Infection Control
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Patient Examination
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Preventive Healthcare
  • Intake and discharge
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Decision-Making
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Diabetes management
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • Medication Administration
  • Documentation
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Instrument Sterilization
  • Vitals monitoring

Certification

Maryland RN licensure

Timeline

RN, Medical-Surgical

Health Carousel
06.2022 - Current

RN Floor Nurse

Holy Cross Hospital
10.2019 - 03.2022

RN, Medical-Surgical

Joseph Mar Pachomios Medical Centre
05.2019 - 09.2019

RN

Ministry of Health
10.2009 - 06.2013

RN, Medical-Surgical

Marva Medical Mission Hospial
01.2005 - 09.2009

RN, Critical Care

Indraprastha Apollo Hospital
07.2002 - 12.2004

RN, Medical-Surgical

General Clinic and Nursing Home
01.2000 - 06.2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing Midwifery

N.D.R.K College of Nursing

Secondary School Leaving Certificate

Little Flower Girls High School

Some College (No Degree) - Pre Degree

Nirmala College

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