STEPHY CHACKO
Carrollton,TX
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
6 Orange, Medical Progressive Care unit, UTSW - CUH
11.2021 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- 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.
RN
Med - Surgical Unit 10 G UTSW CUH & 3 North St Paul's UTSW
05.2014 - 11.2021
- Timely assessments and makes appropriate decisions and interventions and nursing diagnosis according to patient's health conditions and needs
- Assess and interpret diagnostic data relative to patient age and condition and careful assessment of lab results and notifies provider of critical results in timely manner
- Adhere to policy and procedures of the facility, regarding all aspects of patient care
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
Peritoneal Nurse Case Manager
DaVita Kidney Care
09.2017 - 09.2021
- Educating and training patients in PD cycler to perform dialysis at home
- Completing on-going care for patients to ensure treatments stay on track
- Communicating to other health care providers in regards to patient care
- Received 6 months training of PD and expert in using Baxter and Fresenius PD Cyclers.
- Collaborated with healthcare leaders and physicians to support and offer resources in performance of duties to maintain high-quality and efficient patient care.
- Educated patients on disease management techniques, empowering them to take control of their health and reduce complications.
- Applied critical thinking skills during case reviews to identify potential risks or challenges before they escalated into larger issues.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Select Specialty Hospital- LTACH
11.2010 - 09.2016
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Staff Nurse
Padhar Hospital
11.2008 - 07.2009
- Providing care to medical surgical patients with variety of diagnosis
- Developing patient care plan including assessment, evaluation and nursing diagnosis
- Worked in maternity unity and assisted gynecology doctors during delivery and post-partum care of female patients.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Birla Institute of Medical Research NursingCollege
Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh08.2008
Skills
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Management
- Precepting
- Staff Supervision
- Good communication skills
- Easily adaptable to various work environments
- Acute care expertise
- Time Management
- Flexibility
- Team player
- Accountability
- Patient and family advocacy
Accomplishments
15 Years experience in Nursing
Star of the month April 2023 (current unit)
Charge Nurse of the month February 2024
Clinical Ladder III
Active participant in Volunteer programmes , participated in career fair, Heart walk, pink walk, feeding my starving children etc.
Gold PACT pin Winner 2023,2024
Committees
6 Orange clinical advisor
Epic super user of 6 Orange.
Bedside Shift report influencer and auditor
Geriatric committee Co chair 2024
Getwell Network Super user
Educationcertifications
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing, BIMR Nursing College, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India, 2008
- ACLS, 03/2023, 03/2025
- BLS, 03/2023, 03/2025
- PCCN Certification, 04/2023, 04/2026
Certification
● ACLS May March 2023 – March 2025
● BLS March 2023 – March 2025
● PCCN Certification April 2023-2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse
6 Orange, Medical Progressive Care unit, UTSW - CUH
11.2021 - Current
Peritoneal Nurse Case Manager
DaVita Kidney Care
09.2017 - 09.2021
RN
Med - Surgical Unit 10 G UTSW CUH & 3 North St Paul's UTSW
05.2014 - 11.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Select Specialty Hospital- LTACH
11.2010 - 09.2016
Staff Nurse
Padhar Hospital
11.2008 - 07.2009
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Birla Institute of Medical Research NursingCollege
● ACLS May March 2023 – March 2025
● BLS March 2023 – March 2025
● PCCN Certification April 2023-2026
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