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Bharathi Karunanithi

Ariyalur

Summary

Dynamic and compassionate nursing professional with extensive experience at Ruban Patliputra Hospital in india and Ng Teng Fong General Hospital in singapore.Proven track record in patient management and quality improvement, enhancing patient satisfaction scores through effective care coordination and education. Skilled in infection control measures and adept at fostering strong relationships with patients and families to promote healing and well-being.

Experienced with patient care management, delivering compassionate and efficient nursing services. Utilizes critical thinking skills to make informed decisions in fast-paced environments. Track record of effective communication and collaboration with healthcare teams.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.

Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Staff Nurse

Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
02.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
  • Implemented effective time-management strategies to optimize productivity while maintaining high-quality patient care standards.
  • Devised customized interventions addressing physical, emotional, social, spiritual aspects of each patient''s well-being while adhering to professional ethics guidelines.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.

Quality Control Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023
  • Acting as the primary support contact for quality dashboard and report development
  • Identifying issues that arise in their application area as well as issues that impact other application teams, and working to resolve them
  • Guiding workflow design, building and testing the system, and analyzing other technical issues
  • Identifying and implementing requested changes to the system to support quality reporting requirements
  • Developing an understanding of operational needs to set the direction for the organization’s process and quality improvement
  • Participating in training and working with Quality Department leadership
  • Troubleshooting problems and questions with leaders, staff and physicians
  • Reviewing the status of projects and issues on an ongoing basis with leadership
  • Holding weekly communications with team members to discuss the status of deliverables, shared issues, end-user concerns, and upcoming milestones
  • Effective use of QI and PI project management tools to manage analytics projects

Nursing Supervisor

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2022
  • Promoted interdisciplinary collaboration by fostering strong relationships with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members to promote adherence to established best practices and foster professional growth.
  • Followed all HIPAA rules and regulations regarding patient confidentiality.
  • Delegated tasks and provided leadership for nurses and support personnel.
  • Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
  • Contributed to positive team dynamics as an approachable supervisor who actively listened to concerns from both patients and nurses.
  • Managed staffing needs efficiently by creating flexible schedules that maximized coverage during peak times without exceeding budget constraints.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients when personnel was short-staffed.
  • Organized department in accordance with administrative guidelines in order to provide specified nursing services to meet legal, organizational and medical staff guidelines.
  • Maintained proper staff levels within budget parameters to deliver high levels of care to every patient.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits of documentation, policies, and procedures.
  • Increased staff retention through effective communication, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.
  • Improved patient satisfaction scores by addressing concerns promptly and ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality care.
  • Enhanced patient care quality by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
  • Upheld high standards of nursing practice through ongoing education offerings for staff members on topics such as pain management or wound care techniques.
  • Optimized resource utilization with careful allocation of equipment, supplies, and personnel based on patient acuity levels.
  • Coordinated nursing care for patients and participated in patient and family education.
  • Confidently directed overall operation of nursing services and patient care.
  • Prevented burnout among nursing staff by promoting a healthy work-life balance and recognizing outstanding performances regularly.
  • Supported departmental goals through active participation in hospital-wide committees and initiatives.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Coordinated and implemented in-service educational programs focusing on safety and adherence to protocols.
  • Oversaw infection control procedures to protect patients from infections and keep nursing departments compliant with state regulations.
  • Conducted routine facility inspections, identifying areas needing improvement and eliminating hazards posed to staff and residents for continued compliance with associated regulations.
  • Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
  • Demonstrated a high level of adaptability in adjusting to ever-changing patient acuity levels within the critical care unit, ensuring consistent delivery of safe and effective nursing care.
  • Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
  • Maintained high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
  • Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
  • Led the rapid response team in emergency situations, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure.
  • Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
  • Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education on self-care management strategies.
  • Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care.


Team Leader

Ruban Patliputra Hospita
11.2014 - 07.2015
  • Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
  • Empowered team members by delegating responsibilities according to individual strengths and areas of expertise.
  • Managed conflict resolution among team members, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
  • Maintained an inclusive and diverse team culture, promoting respect and understanding among all members.
  • Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
  • Collaborated with other department leaders to establish shared goals and ensure alignment across teams.
  • Established open and professional relationships with team members to achieve quick resolutions for various issues.
  • Evaluated team member performance against established objectives during regular reviews, offering praise for achievements or identifying areas requiring further development.
  • Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
  • Assisted in recruitment to build team of top performers.
  • Streamlined workflows for increased efficiency, reducing turnaround times for critical tasks.
  • Facilitated decision-making processes within group through open dialogue and consensus-building techniques.
  • Enhanced communication strategies, ensuring clear and timely information exchange within team and with clients.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate issue resolution, leading dedicated customer service team.
  • Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
  • Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.

Staff Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
02.2014 - 10.2014
  • Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
  • Provided exceptional pre-and post-operative care, reducing recovery times and complications for surgical patients.
  • Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
  • Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.

Education

MBA -

Dr.M.G.R.Educational And Research Institute
India
07-2024

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The Tamildadu DR.M.G.R University
India
08-2011

Skills

  • Patient safety
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient management
  • Family education
  • Quality improvement
  • Case management
  • Skill development
  • Decision-making
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Patient care assessment
  • Accurate documentation
  • Clear patient communication
  • Care coordination

Languages

English
Advanced (C1)
Tamil
Advanced (C1)
Hindi
Upper intermediate (B2)
Bengali
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Ng Teng Fong General Hospital
02.2023 - Current

Quality Control Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023

Nursing Supervisor

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
09.2020 - 01.2022

Critical Care Registered Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
08.2015 - 08.2020

Team Leader

Ruban Patliputra Hospita
11.2014 - 07.2015

Staff Nurse

Ruban Patliputra Hospital
02.2014 - 10.2014

MBA -

Dr.M.G.R.Educational And Research Institute

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

The Tamildadu DR.M.G.R University
Bharathi Karunanithi