KASTURI RAMASAMY
Dhahran
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Director of Nursing – Center of Excellence Cardiovascular
JHAH
Dhahran, KSA
01.2026 - Current
- Managed workflow continuity and resource allocation across cardiovascular departments, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Developed and supervised staff by providing orientation, training, support and direction.
- Led team by example to align objectives with overall organisational strategy.
- Managed client relationships to boost retention and maximise revenue.
Nurse Pharmacy Chairperson
JHAH
Dhahran, KSA
08.2019 - Current
- Collaborated to develop, implement, monitor, and evaluate safe medication use systems and processes, enhancing pharmacy and nursing operations.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
- Measured blood pressure, pulse and temperature to assess and record vital signs.
- Administered oral, topical and intravenous medications based on patient symptomatology and treatment plans.
Nurse Manager- Coronary Care Unit
Saudi Aramco/JHAH
Dhahran, KSA
07.2022 - 12.2025
- Developed staff by recognising strengths and providing tailored support and guidance to enhance their skills.
- Developed patient admission and discharge protocols to streamline processes, improving bed management and reducing waiting times.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to discuss patient care challenges, fostering a collaborative problem-solving environment.
- Partnered with patients and family members to deliver current, accurate information about conditions and care.
Senior Charge Nurse – Cardiology Telemetry Unit
Saudi Aramco/JHAH
Dhahran, KSA
03.2015 - 06.2022
- Delivered direct, complex nursing care to patients, utilising advanced nursing skills to address diverse health needs.
- Trained junior nurses and healthcare assistants, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Supervised, trained and mentored new nurses on nursing requirements and procedures.
- Organised transfer of care across various healthcare settings with patients and carers.
Charge Nurse – Coronary Care Unit
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
Riyadh, KSA
10.2006 - 02.2012
- Delivered quality patient care using nursing process. Allocated patients and assessed care needs for optimal support in unit.
- Trained junior nurses and healthcare assistants, enhancing their clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Supervised, trained and mentored new nurses on nursing requirements and procedures.
- Organised transfer of care across various healthcare settings with patients and carers.
Staff Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
Gleneagles Medical Center
Penang, Malaysia
06.2005 - 08.2006
- Assessed patient needs, planned and implemented tailored nursing care, and evaluated effectiveness of treatment interventions.
- Operated advanced medical equipment, including ventilators and intravenous IV pumps, to support patient life functions.
- Monitored patient vital signs meticulously, responding rapidly to any signs of distress or deterioration.
- Administered life-saving interventions and critical care to patients in high-dependency units, following established protocols.
Clinical Nurse Educator - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
Riyadh, KSA
12.2003 - 04.2005
- Planned, implemented, and evaluated in-service educational programmes for nursing staff, enhancing clinical competencies and knowledge across all grades.
- Administered medication to treat condition, reduce symptoms and prevent severity of illness.
- Monitored patient vital signs and symptoms, accurately documenting findings and alerting physicians to any changes requiring attention.
- Performed in-depth prevention assessments, maintaining patient health and safety.
Staff Nurse II - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
Riyadh, KSA
09.2001 - 11.2003
- Applied nursing theory and practice to deliver high-quality care in line with policies and procedures of the specialty.
- Managed emergency situations with professionalism, administering immediate care and coordinating with medical teams to ensure patient safety.
- Carefully monitored, recorded and reported changes in patient symptoms to deliver best care practices.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
Staff Nurse – Coronary Care Unit/Coronary Rehabilitation Ward
Kuala Lumpur Hospital
Kuala Lumpur
02.1997 - 08.2001
- Supported healthcare team in medical procedures, ensuring patient comfort and addressing team member requirements.
- Managed emergency situations with professionalism, administering immediate care and coordinating with medical teams to ensure patient safety.
- Carefully monitored, recorded and reported changes in patient symptoms to deliver best care practices.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and comfortable environment for patients, adhering to infection-control policies.
Education
Master of Science Nursing - Leadership and Management
Walden University
Minnesota, United States08-2016
Doctorate - Critical Care Nursing
Walden University
Minnesota, United States02-2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hertfordshire
Hertfordshire, United Kingdom01-2012
Diploma - Nursing
Kuala Lumpur College of Nursing
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia01-1996
Custom
upon request
Timeline
Acting Director of Nursing – Center of Excellence Cardiovascular
JHAH
01.2026 - Current
Nurse Manager- Coronary Care Unit
Saudi Aramco/JHAH
07.2022 - 12.2025
Nurse Pharmacy Chairperson
JHAH
08.2019 - Current
Senior Charge Nurse – Cardiology Telemetry Unit
Saudi Aramco/JHAH
03.2015 - 06.2022
Charge Nurse – Coronary Care Unit
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
10.2006 - 02.2012
Staff Nurse – Intensive Care Unit
Gleneagles Medical Center
06.2005 - 08.2006
Clinical Nurse Educator - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
12.2003 - 04.2005
Staff Nurse II - Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Prince Sultan Cardiac Center
09.2001 - 11.2003
Staff Nurse – Coronary Care Unit/Coronary Rehabilitation Ward
Kuala Lumpur Hospital
02.1997 - 08.2001
Master of Science Nursing - Leadership and Management
Walden University
Doctorate - Critical Care Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Hertfordshire
Diploma - Nursing
Kuala Lumpur College of Nursing