SMITHA S BINU
Placentia,CA
Summary
With 23 years of experience as a registered nurse, I have proven expertise in emergency and critical care management. I demonstrate strong communication and adaptability in high-pressure environments. I am committed to delivering evidence-based patient care while fostering teamwork and collaboration. I am experienced in training and mentoring new nursing staff to enhance service quality.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Anaheim and Downey MedicalCenter
Anaheim, CA
05.2011 - Current
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to critical care patients in neuro ICUs.
- Managed post-operative care for neurosurgery patients, utilizing life support systems.
- Provided expert nursing support in the DOU, leveraging 14 years of experience for patients and families during vulnerable times.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
Inglewood, CA
07.2006 - 05.2011
- Delivered critical care to post-operative craniotomy and neurosurgical patients in neuro ICU, supervising life support systems and multiple infusion therapies.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
03.2005 - 01.2006
- Managed patient care in the cardiac care unit, focusing on post-cardiac catheterization procedures and interventions.
- Monitored and supported patients post-cardiac interventions, ensuring optimal recovery and care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Escorts Heart Institute And Research Centre
Delhi, INDIA
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed post-operative recovery for open-heart surgery patients, utilizing expertise in handling IABP, ventilator, and CRRT.
- Handled complex cases involving multiple drips and complications, building a strong foundation in critical care nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nusring
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2017
3 Years Diploma Degree in Nusring
LM School of Nursing
India01-2002
Skills
- Critical care management
- Life support operation
- Post-operative care
- Ventilator management
- Intravenous therapy
- Cardiac assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Emotional support
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- IV drug therapy management
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- SBAR communication
- Professional bedside manner
- Strong clinical judgment
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- High level of autonomy
- Tracheostomy care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Patient management
- Precepting
- Staff supervision
Affiliations
- preceptor
- relief charge nurse
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Native/ Bilingual
Malayalam
Professional
Accomplishments
- Identified as one of the best nurses, preceptors, and team players.
Certification
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing
- ACLS certification
- BLS certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente Anaheim and Downey MedicalCenter
05.2011 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Centinela Hospital Medical Center
07.2006 - 05.2011
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
03.2005 - 01.2006
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Escorts Heart Institute And Research Centre
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor of Nusring
University of Phoenix
3 Years Diploma Degree in Nusring
LM School of Nursing