Hardworking nursing professional with 3+ years of experience delivering exceptional care to patients. Knowledgeable about medical requirements and skilled at maximizing patient comfort and safety while meeting strict cost control standards. Well-organized and forward-thinking in managing patient needs.
Hi, I’m
Mervin Thomas
Staff Nurse , Care Giver
Nilambur
Summary
Overview
4
years of professional experience
4
years of post-secondary education
11
Certifications
2
Languages
Work History
SUPPORT SERVICEATTARD
Care Worker
06.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Planned, prepared, and served meals and snacks according to prescribed diets.
- Determined specific needs and provided the most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Monitored and maintained the cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned stations and service areas.
- Ran errands for patients, did shopping, and picked up other necessities.
- Transported individuals to events and activities, medical appointments, and shopping trips.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- cleaned the house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain their needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to the case manager.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Scheduled and accompanied clients to medical appointments.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
MEDICAL ONCOLOGYGURGAON
Oncology Staff Nurse
09.2019 - 11.2020
Job overview
- Recorded all patient discussions and transactions in charts for future reference.
- Completed chemotherapy administration as dictated by the physician's instructions on each patient's chart.
- Assessed patients during the course of treatment to identify concerning reactions.
- cultivated a warm and compassionate atmosphere for patients receiving chemotherapy, wound care, and treatment in an infusion treatment facility.
- Educated patients on such topics as nutrition, medication side effects, and proper skin treatments after radiation.
- Administered chemotherapy, pain medications, and other medicines based on physician orders and patient requirements.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided skilled, timely, and level-headed emergency response to critically ill patients.
- Worked with the healthcare team to develop a new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention, and morale.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities.
ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITALPUNE
ICU Staff Nurse
04.2021 - 04.2022
Job overview
- COVID WARD & MICU(6 Months each)
- Utilized ventilators, monitors, and infusion pumps following the manufacturers' guidelines.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- maintained a respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Provided targeted care and treatment to critical patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by the physician.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
- Answered immediately to patient demands and alerts, exhibiting brilliant client support abilities and sympathy toward patients' necessities
- Worked together with the medical services group to help with the execution of care plans and patient education.
Education
ADICHUNCHANAGIRI NURSING COLLEGE,BELLURINDIA
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
10.2014 - 11.2018
University Overview
Skills
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to work effectively in a fast-paced and dynamic healthcare environmentHighly organized with exceptional attention to detailVITALS MONITORINGMEDICATION ADMINSTRATIONCATHETER INSERTION & CAREBACK CAREBED BATH
Medication and IV administration
Direct Patient Care
Chronic disease management
Patient Management
Infection control measures
Wound Care
Critical care
Patient education
Intake and discharge
Certification
Registered Nurse (RN)
Hobbies
Hobbies
Traveling, Watching Movies , Games, Vlogging, Cooking
Timeline
Care Worker
SUPPORT SERVICE
06.2022 - Current
ICU Staff Nurse
ADITYA BIRLA MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
04.2021 - 04.2022
Oncology Staff Nurse
MEDICAL ONCOLOGY
09.2019 - 11.2020
ADICHUNCHANAGIRI NURSING COLLEGE,BELLUR
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
10.2014 - 11.2018