Melby Babu
Swords,Ireland
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional with extensive expertise in acute, critical, and long-term care, including neurosurgery and emergency departments. Skilled in patient assessment, neurological monitoring, triage, medication administration, catheterization, wound care, and infection prevention and control. Demonstrates strong communication skills, ethical decision-making, and a commitment to patient-centred care, safety, and data confidentiality
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Registered Staff Nurse
CARE CHOICE NURSING HOME
DUBLIN, DUBLIN
12.2024 - 12.2025
- AREA OF WORK- CARE HOME
- Delivered high-quality, person-centred care to residents, ensuring dignity, respect, and independence at all times.
- Delivered nursing care in line with individual care plans, clinical guidelines, and regulatory standards
- Assessed residents’ physical, mental, and emotional needs and developed, reviewed, and updated care plans accordingly.
- Administered medications safely in accordance with prescriptions, medication administration policies, and NMC / NMBI standards.
- Supported medication routines as directed and in line with care plans.
- Maintained accurate nursing documentation, including care plans, medication records, risk assessments, and incident reports.
- Ensured effective infection prevention and control practices were followed throughout the care setting.
- Participated in audits, handovers, and quality improvement activities to support safe and effective care delivery.
- Maintained professional registration, mandatory training, and continuous professional developmen.
Registered Staff Nurse
AL-LEITH GENERAL HOSPITAL
JEDDAH, SAUDI ARABIA
10.2018 - 08.2022
- AREA OF WORK- EMERGENCY DEPARTMENT
- Performed triage and comprehensive patient assessments to determine urgency of care and prioritise treatment based on clinical acuity.
- Performed rapid and systematic assessments of patients presenting with acute illness or injury to identify immediate care needs.
- Applied the ABCDE assessment framework to recognise and respond to life-threatening conditions without delay.
- Initiated early nursing interventions, including oxygen therapy, intravenous access, cardiac monitoring, and pain management as indicated.
- Recognised signs of clinical deterioration and activated escalation pathways, including senior nurse or medical review.
- Managed multiple patients simultaneously in a fast-paced emergency environment while maintaining patient safety and care quality.
- Ensured timely reassessment of waiting patients to detect changes in condition and update triage priority accordingly.
- Supported trauma and resuscitation cases by preparing equipment, monitoring patients, and assisting the resuscitation team.
- Maintained effective patient flow by coordinating with medical staff, bed management, and support services.
- Provided clear explanations and reassurance to patients and relatives during initial assessment and waiting periods.
- Adhered to emergency department policies, safeguarding procedures, and infection prevention and control standards.
- Accurately recorded assessment findings, triage category, and actions taken in electronic patient record systems.
- Maintained calm and professional conduct when managing high-acuity cases, distressed patients, and challenging situations.
Registered Staff Nurse
MEDANTA THE MEDICITY
NEW DELHI, INDIA
11.2015 - 11.2017
- AREA OF WORK- NEUROSURGERY WARD
- Provide care to acutely and critically ill patients in highly technical and ongoing monitoring environment.
- Provided specialised nursing care for patients with neurological and neurosurgical conditions, including pre- and post-operative care.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, monitoring neurological status,including neurological exams and monitoring for any changes in condition.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids, and other treatments as prescribed, including pain management and anti-seizure therapies.
- Monitored patients for post-operative complications, including intracranial pressure changes, bleeding, infection, and neurological deterioration.
- Assisted in preparation and support for neurosurgical procedures and interventions, liaising with surgeons and multidisciplinary teams.
- Provided wound care, drain and catheter management, and care of surgical sites in line with infection control protocols.
- Collaborated with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists, and other team members to support rehabilitation and recovery.
- Educated patients and families on neurosurgical conditions, post-operative care, and recovery plans.
- Maintained accurate, timely, and detailed documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient progress in electronic medical record systems.
- Responded to neurological emergencies such as seizures, sudden deterioration, or increased intracranial pressure, following escalation protocols.
- Supported end-of-life care and palliative management where required, ensuring patient dignity and comfort.
- Ensured adherence to safeguarding, health and safety, infection control, and hospital policies at all times
Education
Bachelor's degree - NURSING
PSG COLLEGE OF NURSING
COIMBATORE, INDIA 09.2011 - 09.2015
Skills
- COMPETENT IN :
- Admission procedures
- Discharge procedures
- Adult acute and critical care
- Mobility assistance
- Medication administration
- Acute care expertise including CPR
- Catheterization
- Patient health education
- Patient-centered care
- Ethical decision-making
- Data confidentiality
- Complex medical care
- Communication skills
- Routine investigations
- Rehabilitation assessments
- Medication storage and disposal
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Patient record management
LANGUAGES
English
Fluent
Timeline
Registered Staff Nurse
CARE CHOICE NURSING HOME
12.2024 - 12.2025
Registered Staff Nurse
AL-LEITH GENERAL HOSPITAL
10.2018 - 08.2022
Registered Staff Nurse
MEDANTA THE MEDICITY
11.2015 - 11.2017
Bachelor's degree - NURSING
PSG COLLEGE OF NURSING
09.2011 - 09.2015