Siti Sarah Binte Kasim
Summary
Experienced Senior Registered Nurse skilled in collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes. Strong background in mentoring junior nurses and implementing safety protocols, resulting in improved health results and patient satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Registered Nurse
Changi General Hospital
Day Surgery Ward/ Short Stay Unit
09.2013 - Current
- Led patient care initiatives to enhance safety and improve health outcomes.
- Conducted thorough assessments, ensuring accurate diagnosis and timely interventions.
- Administered pre-operative assessments and post-operative care to ensure patient safety and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to coordinate patient schedules and optimize workflow efficiency.
- Monitored vital signs and identified any changes in patient conditions, responding promptly to emergencies.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgery care instructions, enhancing recovery outcomes.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing post-operative complications and improving patient safety standards.
- Enhanced teamwork and communication among day surgery staff by implementing interdisciplinary care plans for patients.
- Reduced medication errors with diligent administration, documentation, and monitoring of medications during day surgery procedures.
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and comprehensive care in day surgery procedures.
- Streamlined workflow in the day surgery unit by assisting with scheduling procedures, coordinating necessary resources, and maintaining accurate medical records.
- Maintained optimal levels of equipment, supplies, and medications within the day surgery unit by monitoring inventory levels and coordinating with appropriate personnel to ensure availability for patient care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Reduced medication errors by regularly reviewing prescriptions and ensuring accurate administration.
- Conducted thorough assessments for each patient upon admission, identifying potential risks or complications early on.
- Streamlined patient admission and discharge processes, reducing wait times and improving overall satisfaction.
- Mentored junior nurses on best practices, contributing to the development of a highly skilled nursing team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient treatment plans and outcomes.
Senior Registered Nurse
Changi General Hospital
Geriatric Ward
05.2011 - 09.2013
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs for geriatric patients, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Educated patients and families on chronic illness management, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to schedule diagnostic tests and follow-up appointments for continuity of care.
- Advocated for older adult patients, ensuring they received appropriate resources and services to maintain their wellbeing.
- Assessed fall risks among the elderly population, implementing targeted prevention strategies to reduce injury occurrences.
- Assisted patients with dressing, eating and bathing and encouraged patients to perform basic needs independently to promote self-esteem.
- Anticipated needs of aging adults and worked closely with multidisciplinary team to provide individualized care to elderly patients.
- Involved, educated and supervised family members in implementing best practices for older adults.
- Implemented infection control protocols, reducing hospital-acquired infections within the geriatric unit.
Education
Master In Health Service Management
Griffith University
Singapore12-2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
Singapore07-2018
Diploma In Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore06-2015
Diploma In Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
03-2011
Skills
- Wound dressing
- Vital Signs Monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Venipuncture and IV cannula placement
- Port-a-cath needle insertion
- Nasogastric Tube Insertion/Feeding
- Urinary Catheterization (Female)
- Administration of Oral/IV/IM/SC medications
- ECG Procedure
- Bladder Scan Procedure
- Assist doctors in bedside procedures such as Large-Volume Paracenthesis, Indwelling Pleural catheterization, Bone Marrow Biopsy
- Blood products transfusion
- Blood Glucose Monitoring
- Basic Life Support
- Use of EMR System
- Monitoring post sedation/anesthesia patients
- Patient and Family Education/Caregiver training on post-operative care
- Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams on patient care (Surgical, Medical, Cardiology, ENT, OMS, Urology, Vascular, Orthopedic , Ophthalmology, Renal, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Occupational Therapy, Physiotherapy)
- Pain assessment and management
Timeline
Senior Registered Nurse
Changi General Hospital
09.2013 - Current
Senior Registered Nurse
Changi General Hospital
05.2011 - 09.2013
Master In Health Service Management
Griffith University
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Griffith University
Diploma In Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic
Diploma In Nursing
Nanyang Polytechnic