Accomplished Senior Staff Nurse with a proven track record at KK Women's And Children's Hospital and excelling in patient education and diabetes wound management at National University Polyclinic thereafter. Skilled in both acute and chronic illness management and fostering professional development among nursing staff. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient satisfaction through effective care plan implementation and continuous education initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Staff Nurse I
National University Polyclinics, NUP
02.2018 - Current
Performed acute and chronic wound dressing and education on a regular basis such as post surgical wounds and diabetic foot ulcers.
Managed acute treatments, coordinating with physicians to deliver appropriate interventions and treatments such as intramuscular and subcutaneous injections, vital signs monitoring, administration of oxygen, oral medications and nebulisation, bandaging and echocardiogram assessment.
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Other treatments performed on a timely or ad-hoc basis include insertion of female urinary catheterisation, insertion of nasogastric tube, performing echocardiogram and oral suctioning.
Provided information on the regular vaccinations for prevention and for travelling and administering adult vaccinations.
Assisted physicians with minor procedure like ear syringing, insertion and removal of IUCD and removal of skin cyst.
Performed regular screening for diabetic retinopathy and diabetic foot screening and promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills.
Performed diagnostic test like pap smear collection and provided education on various birth controls.
Conducted continuing education opportunity like nursing journal sharing for fellow nurses on scheduled basis.
Mentored junior hires, providing guidance on clinical skills and professional development.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Streamlined workflow processes, improving overall patient satisfaction and experience.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Senior Staff Nurse I
KK Women's And Children's Hospital
08.2011 - 02.2018
Provided direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording and evaluating of medical conditions of up to 20 patients per day.
Provided knowledge of care for prenatal, postnatal and laboring women and newborns.
Performed normal deliveries independently.
Assisted physicians during performing of normal deliveries and other procedures.
Assisted actively in resuscitation of newborns and women.
Performed cannulation and venepuncture.
Communicated details of treatment to patients' spouse and relatives.
Active in developing staff's strength and supporting staff's development through mentoring and assisting in monthly audit.
Role model to juniors. Provides close supervision on deliveries conducted by nursing team to maintain quality patient care.
Provide guidance and facilitate learning to new colleagues and students. Assist NM/NCs to evaluate their performance and clinical developments.
Active participation in Nursing Committees and department initiatives.
Conduct inservice talks
Education
High School Diploma -
Nanyang Polytechnic
Singapore
10.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University of Singapore
Singapore
08.2011
Skills
Care plan implementation and patient education such as wound care management
Community health
Discharge Planning
Nursing Staff Supervision and staff performance evaluation
Cannulation and venepuncture
Medication and IV administration
Diabetes management and health promotion
Obstetric Care
Continuing education
Additional Information
Clinical instructor 2014 till 2018
Basic Cardiac Life Support instructor 2014 till 2018
Awarded Singapore Health Quality Service Award (Silver) 2016
Lactation trained nurse
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Malay
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Senior Staff Nurse I
National University Polyclinics, NUP
02.2018 - Current
Senior Staff Nurse I
KK Women's And Children's Hospital
08.2011 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Nanyang Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
National University of Singapore
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