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Work History
Education
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Certification
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Toney Augustine

Summary

BSN- RN seeking the position as a Registered Nurse in a competitive health care facility to provide excellent direct nursing care to assigned patients following established process, policies and practice of the center. Patient-oriented Nurse with 14 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Coordinator Charge Nurse

US Renal Care
08.2021 - Current
  • Anemia management
  • Checking patients lab levels bi-weekly
  • Initiate EPO and ESAs as per the policy
  • Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
  • Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance support services available for patients beyond the clinical setting.

Caregiver

Charters Senior Living
07.2019 - 07.2021
  • Assists clients with activities of daily living
  • Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.

Caregiver

Belmont Village
04.2017 - 05.2020
  • Follow principles of safe transfer and escort

Charge Nurse Critical Care Unit

W Pratiksha Hospital
11.2014 - 03.2016
  • Assess, diagnosis, plan, implement, evaluate and educate patients admitted with cardiac diseases including but not limited to MI, CHF, dysrhythmia and cardiogenic shock
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.

Staff Nurse Surgical ICU and Renal Transplant Unit

Artemis Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014
  • Provide immediate post op care to renal transplant patients, general, abdominal and vascular surgeries
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • 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.

RN Staff Nurse

Monilek Hospital
04.2010 - 08.2012
  • Proactively identified potential patient safety risks, taking corrective actions to prevent harm or injury.
  • Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers to facilitate clear communication and coordination of care plans.
  • Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.


Education

Bachelor in Nursing -

Mangalore College of Nursing Sciences
01.2010

Skills

  • Time management
  • Patient scheduling
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Patient relations
  • Patient care
  • Critical thinking
  • Attention to detail
  • Policy implementing
  • EMR software

Certification

  • RN license from Illinois State Board of Nursing
  • Registered as a nurse and midwife in Karnataka, India
  • BLS provider

Languages

Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional

Timeline

Clinical Coordinator Charge Nurse

US Renal Care
08.2021 - Current

Caregiver

Charters Senior Living
07.2019 - 07.2021

Caregiver

Belmont Village
04.2017 - 05.2020

Charge Nurse Critical Care Unit

W Pratiksha Hospital
11.2014 - 03.2016

Staff Nurse Surgical ICU and Renal Transplant Unit

Artemis Hospital
09.2012 - 08.2014

RN Staff Nurse

Monilek Hospital
04.2010 - 08.2012

Bachelor in Nursing -

Mangalore College of Nursing Sciences
Toney Augustine