Sheron Shalini Sami
Palmerston North
Summary
Passionate and dedicated registered nurse, with over 10 years of healthcare experience in a variety of medical settings. Successfully completed Competency Assessment Program, from Wesley Institute of Nursing Education in New Zealand. Graduated with Bachelors of Nursing from Sangam Collage of Nursing,Fiji. Proficient in conducting assessments, administering medications, and implementing evidence-based practices, I prioritise patient safety and well-being. With a strong ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with healthcare teams, I strive to deliver personalised and compassionate care to diverse populations. Seeking a challenging nursing role where I can utilise my skills and contribute to enhancing patient outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Support Worker
Drake Medox Health Services
Palmerston North, MWT
09.2022 - Current
- Supported clients in developing goals and social skills, improving individual wellness and productivity.
- Assisted clients with daily activities, such as personal care, medication and meals.
- Attending appointments and advocating for clients.
- Medication administration.
- Peg feeding and management.
- Colostomy care.
- SPC site care and management.
- Managed feeding pumps for clients.
- Assisted client with transfers using Hoists.
- Pressure area management.
- Tracheostomy care.
- Assisting clients to connect with their community.
- Assisted in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Drove clients safely to social activities and appointments.
- Maintained safety with tidy, clean, and hazard-free home environments.
- Provided a high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Checked medication schedules and patient needs to enforce medication administration standards team-wide.
- Took active role in patient and family planning process, detailing instructions, and responding appropriately and effectively to questions and concerns.
Registered Nurse
St Giles Hospital ( Mental Health Facility)
Suva, Fiji
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Ensure safe and secure environment is provided for patients admitted in this facility
- Facilating in psycho-social and pharmacological therapy to all patients
- Empowering and educating patients, carers and community on mental health and illness inclusive of recovery programs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss progress and treatment plans of clients.
- Communicated with clients to assess mental health needs and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Administered medications to relieve symptoms and monitor effects on clients.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, focusing on safety, comfort and emotional support.
- Maintained patient records, documenting changes in patient condition.
- Organized recreational activities to assist in patient recovery.
- Participated in patient education, helping to reinforce concepts and treatment plans.
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Provided therapeutic activities to assist with patient development.
- Collaborated closely with mental health professionals with treatment plan implementation.
- Counseled and mentored clients on substance use and life choices.
Registered Nurse
Labasa Hospital
Labasa , Fiji
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Worked in the Obstetric unit in Labasa Hospital, Fiji
- Assisting and monitoring mothers with pre-natal and post-natal cares.
- Assisted with gynecological exams and procedures.
- Provided education on women’s health and issues.
- Conducting patient education and documented findings.
- Conducted Ante-natal and post-natal clinics.
- Assisted obstetricians with special procedures.
- Implementing safe motherhood initiative.
- Receiving of Caesar babies from operating theatres.
- Managing emergency obstetric cases and performing neonatal resuscitation.
- Management of newborns.
- Immunisations.
- Monitoring fetal movements and doing CTGs of ante natal mothers.
- Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Supported pregnant women in healthy labor processes.
- Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Registered Nurse
Navua Hospital
Navua, Fiji
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Worked in Emergency Department
- Triaging and categorising patients.
- Organised and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Reduced patient wait times by efficiently triaging patients based on acuity levels and prioritizing urgent cases.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
CWM Hospital
Suva, Fiji
02.2014 - 01.2016
- Worked in Acute Medical Ward
- Documented work in hospital system and updated patients' charts with orders and observations.
- Protected critically ill patients from unnecessary risks by limiting visitors, using proper PPE, and using strong infection control procedures.
- Personalized bedside care and interactions based on cultural backgrounds of different patients.
- Administered medications to treat patients' symptoms and address underlying disease progression.
- Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as basic cardiac life support (BLS), advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) and other condition-stabilizing interventions.
- Provided expert critical care response in emergency situations involving illnesses or injuries.
- Provided support during end-of-life care for terminally ill patients, ensuring they experienced comfort and dignity in their final moments.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient care practices within the nursing unit.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through teamwork, collaboration, and fostering professional relationships with colleagues.
- Delivered patient-centered care by addressing individual needs, preferences, and cultural considerations in nursing practice.
- Enhanced patient care by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized nursing plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Competency Assessment Programme - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Nursing Education
Wellington, NZ03.2024
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing Education
Sangam School of Nursing
Labasa, Fiji09.2019
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing Education
Sangam School of Nursing
Labasa, Fiji12.2013
Skills
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Skilled in gynaecological exams and procedures such as pap smears
- Patient Education on gynaecological health, including contraception options, menstrual health and preventive care
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Administering Immunizations
- Clear Patient Communication
- Accurate Documentation
- Therapy and Counselings
- Team Coordination
- Judgment and Decision-Making
- Patient Care Planning
- Patient Assessments
- Staff Supervision
- Administer Medication
- Follow-Up Calls
- Home Visits
- Critical Thinking
- Delegation and Motivation
- Time Management
- Infection control measures
- Patient Education
- Patient Monitoring
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Care Planning
- Computer Literacy
- Cultural competence
- Emergency response and CPR
- Full New Zealand driver's license
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Emergency Response
- Attention to detail
- Resilient and excellent communication skills
- Enthusiastic
Additional Information
References
Divya Jyotishna
Senior Registered Nurse
divyajyotishna30@gmail.com
Divya Senior Nurse at St. Giles Hospital in Fiji
Reshma Mudaliar
Senior Registered Nurse
reshmamudaliar@gmail.com
Senior Nurse at Tamavua Rehabilitation centre, Fiji
Timeline
Community Support Worker
Drake Medox Health Services
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
St Giles Hospital ( Mental Health Facility)
01.2020 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse
Labasa Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Navua Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2018
Registered Nurse
CWM Hospital
02.2014 - 01.2016
Competency Assessment Programme - Nursing
Wesley Institute of Nursing Education
Bachelor Of Nursing - Nursing Education
Sangam School of Nursing
Diploma In Nursing - Nursing Education
Sangam School of Nursing