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Tinu Zacharias

Sunnyvale,USA

Summary

Experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse with a strong and diverse clinical background in Medical-Surgical, Intensive Care, Preoperative, and Mother-Baby nursing. Demonstrated leadership as a preceptor and relief charge nurse, with a proven ability to lead teams, manage complex patient cases, and uphold the highest standards of patient-centered care. Recognized for contributing to quality improvement initiatives and fostering a collaborative, solution-focused environment. Committed to advancing clinical excellence, patient safety, and service outcomes. Eager to bring leadership, initiative, and dedication to the role of Assistant Nurse Manager.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Mother and Baby Nurse

Methodist Health System
09.2022 - Current
  • Delivered comprehensive postpartum care to mothers and newborns, ensuring safe recovery and early bonding.
  • Served as a reliable resource for parents seeking information on developmental milestones, home safety, and other relevant topics.
  • Maintained detailed records of infant assessments, health concerns, and daily activities for accurate reporting to parents.
  • Supported postpartum mothers by offering emotional encouragement and practical assistance during the recovery period helping them bond and care for their infants.
  • Worked closely with lactation consultants to provide evidence-based breastfeeding education and promote successful infant feeding practices.
  • Served as charge nurse leading the team providing guidance and support and conducted discharge follow-up calls, contributing to smooth unit operations and enhanced patient support post-discharge
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Registered Nurse

Methodist Health System
06.2014 - 08.2022
  • Delivered high-quality, evidence-based nursing care to diverse patient populations.
  • Participated in hospital initiatives such as CLABSI prevention and quality audits in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Provided pre-op and post-op surgical care as PRN nurse.
  • Demonstrated initiative in improving patient satisfaction and interdisciplinary coordination.
  • Obtained medical surgical certification while working on the unit to be certified and updated.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.

ICU Nurse

Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2012
  • Delivered technical and compassionate care to critically ill patients.
  • Supervised junior staff and ensured compliance with safety and quality standards.
  • Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Administered medications safely and effectively, following established protocols and guidelines for dosage calculations and administration techniques.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient recovery.
  • Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections in the ICU setting.
  • Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall ICU operations and patient care delivery systems.
  • Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare team, ensuring patient-centered care.

ICU Nurse

M.S. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2008
  • Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated individualized nursing care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated care plans.
  • Delivered outstanding patient care in medical critical care units.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Father Muller College of Nursing
01.2010

Diploma in Nursing - undefined

M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing
01.2007

Skills

  • Patient Advocacy and Compassionate Care
  • Quality assurance oversight
  • Epic and Meditech EHR Systems
  • Precepting and Team Mentorship as charge nurse
  • Strong IV and Emergency Response Skills
  • Effective Communication and Collaboration
  • CLABSI Prevention Task Force Contributor
  • Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Excel)

Certification

  • Registered Nurse, Texas License No: 847777 (Expires 12/31/2026)
  • BLS certified (Expires 10/31/2025)
  • NRP certified (Expires 10/31/26)


Timeline

Mother and Baby Nurse

Methodist Health System
09.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Methodist Health System
06.2014 - 08.2022

ICU Nurse

Bhagwan Mahaveer Jain Hospital
10.2010 - 04.2012

ICU Nurse

M.S. Ramaiah Memorial Hospital
01.2008 - 08.2008

Diploma in Nursing - undefined

M.S. Ramaiah Institute of Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Father Muller College of Nursing

certifications

Registered Nurse, Texas License No: 847777
• BLS/CPR for Healthcare Providers, American Heart Association
• NRP Certified

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