Simitha Dsouza
UDUPI,INDIA
Summary
Compassionate Board-Certified Registered Nurse with exceptional background of performance. Proven ability to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Streamline safety protocols for comprehensive patient care. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Asst.lecture Medical Surgical Nursing
HPR COLLEGE OF NURSING
BRAHMAVAR, INDIA
2022.07 - Current
- Expanded curriculum knowledge by staying updated with latest nursing practices and procedures.
- Led classroom discussions for effective student engagement and comprehension.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex subjects using a range of teaching methods.
- Developed lesson plans to facilitate structured learning experiences.
- Utilised experience in clinical nursing for real-world application of theoretical concepts during lessons.
- Adjusted teaching style to meet diverse student needs, improving overall class performance.
- Captivated audiences with engaging and visually stunning magic performances.
- Innovated new illusions for fresh and exciting stage shows.
Staff Nurse
Ullal General Hospital
Karnataka
2017.06 - 2019.06
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring and specimen collection
- Gathered patient health data through interviews and observation, documenting all data in electronic records
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries by keeping instruments sterilized and maintaining inventory
- Ordered, interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient condition
- Implemented interventions, including medication and IV administration, catheter insertion and airway management
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
Staff Nurse I/Team Leader
Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital
Delhi
2011.06 - 2013.09
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume trauma center setting
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic and cognitive status of patients
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence
- Worked within interdisciplinary health care team to develop, implement and make adjustments to patient care plans, individualizing strategies and methods to improve health and meet recovery goals
- Verified patients had information necessary for ongoing care, providing guidance on diagnoses, management of medications and prevention methods
- Informed patients and families of effective treatment options and at-home care strategies, enhancing long-term outcomes
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Staff Nurse
Dr TMA Pai Hospital
Karnataka
2011.02 - 2011.05
- Assessed medical status of patients pre- and post-operation by checking vital parameters and supervising food intake
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Education
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery -
Manipal School of Nursing
Manipal, India 2007.09 - 2011.02
Bachelor of Science: Nursing (Post Basic) - undefined
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
Karnataka, India 2014.09 - 2016.10
Skills
- Patient and family advocacy
- Preventative health
- Medical records management
- Direct patient care and consultation
- Patient evaluation and medication
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Relationship building
- Infection prevention and control
- Flexible
- Clinical assessment tools
- Pre- and post-operation care
- Wound dressing
- Paediatrics
- Clinical care
- Chronic wound care
- Health checks
Certification
- The Karnataka State Nursing Council, Karnataka, India, Registered Nurse, 021157
- The Karnataka State Nursing Council, Karnataka, India, Registered Midwife, 150864
Accomplishments
- Promoted as Team Leader, Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Dehli, India
- Recognized as Four-time Patient Care Champion, Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital, Dehli, India
Languages
Hindi
Beginner
Kannada
Beginner
Konkani
Beginner
Tulu
Beginner
English
Beginner
German
Beginner
Personal Information
Title: Registered Nurse
Custom
Reference available upon request
Timeline
Asst.lecture Medical Surgical Nursing
HPR COLLEGE OF NURSING
2022.07 - Current
Staff Nurse
Ullal General Hospital
2017.06 - 2019.06
Bachelor of Science: Nursing (Post Basic) - undefined
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences
2014.09 - 2016.10
Staff Nurse I/Team Leader
Fortis Flt. Lt. Rajan Dhall Hospital
2011.06 - 2013.09
Staff Nurse
Dr TMA Pai Hospital
2011.02 - 2011.05
Diploma in General Nursing and Midwifery -
Manipal School of Nursing
2007.09 - 2011.02