THIRUMAGAL MURUGESAN

Bed occupancy in ICU: 19

MICU Patient: 6, CCU Patient: 5

High dependency Patients: 8

Job Responsibilities as a ICU:

• Managing the patient with CVA, DKA, Sepsis, Pneumonia, COPD, STEMI, NSTEMI, APO, CCF, Unstable Angina.
• Monitoring critically ill patients, assisting in intubation and close monitoring of ventilated patients.
• Assisting Physician during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or arterial catheter placements, emergency chest tube insertions and close monitoring of patients.
• Leading rapid response team in life threatening situations, Emergency Drugs during resuscitation, showcasing strong clinical judgment and decision-making abilities under pressure. (BCLS and LSCN trained).
• Taking care of patients with IABP, who needs CRRT, ICU beside Intermittent Hemodialysis.
• Monitored hemodynamic parameters and making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
• Monitoring and informing the ECG abnormal rhythms to the physicians and carry ot the physician,s orders timely.
• Following physician orders and Administering the High alert medications, Inotropic agents, Vasopressors, Sedatives, Antiarrhythmic agents and monitoring patient's response.
• Handling patient on Paralytic agents and BIS monitor.
• Managing the post cardiac collapse patient who needs Target Temperature Management (Hypothermia Protocol).
• Maintaining high standards of infection control within the critical care unit, contributing to a safer environment for both patients and staff.
• Educate and guide the new staffs on hospital protocols and policies as Preceptor.
• As a Senior Staff Nurse takes the responsibilities of Over all In-charge role in the ward and managing the issues and complaints from patient and their families.
• Reporting and escalating the incidents such as Fall, Medication errors, Phlebitis, Pressure injuries to the ward supervisors and helping the juniors to complete the incidents report.
• Managing the role of Fall auditor and doing the cross ward monthly audit.

Worked in 8 bedded Medical High Dependency Unit:

• Handled the patient who required Non invasive ventilators and assess for signs and symptoms of deterioration.
• Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
• Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
• Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.