Punchiri Thankamma
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital, recognized for enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and strong clinical judgment. Skilled in medication administration and patient education, I excel in fostering teamwork and mentoring staff, ensuring high-quality care and safety in diverse healthcare settings.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
11.2011 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management practices for improved self-care.
- Trained and mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices.
- Led quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and care efficiency.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
RN
Maharaja Agrasen Hospital
12.2007 - 10.2011
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment protocols, enhancing understanding of health management.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, promoting adherence to best practices in patient care delivery.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and satisfaction metrics.
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills such as wound care management or IV therapy administration, leading to faster recovery times for patients treated under my supervision.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
RN
Rohini Super Specialty Hospital
09.2006 - 09.2007
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
- Managed complex cases of critically ill patients, ensuring optimal treatment plans were executed effectively.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
General Nursing - Nursing
Rohini School of Nursing
Warangal, AP, India09-2006
Higher Secondary School - Pre-Degree
Lourdes Matha Higher Secondary School
Pacha, Chekkidikad, India03-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- EMR systems
- Performing ekgs
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Diabetes management
- Procedure preparations
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Staff supervision
- Chest pain management
- Treatment Planning
- Data collection
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Long-term care
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Seizure management
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Supply restocking
Certification
- Certified -ACLS
- Certified - BLS
- Advanced Critical Care Course
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
11.2011 - Current
RN
Maharaja Agrasen Hospital
12.2007 - 10.2011
RN
Rohini Super Specialty Hospital
09.2006 - 09.2007
General Nursing - Nursing
Rohini School of Nursing
Higher Secondary School - Pre-Degree
Lourdes Matha Higher Secondary School