Preetha R

United States EB3 Green card Visa Resident with over 24 years of experience in providing compassionate nursing services and healthcare to patients of different backgrounds such as Neuro medicine, Dementia care unit, Long-term care & Senior care, Medical and surgical unit, Coronary Care unit, High dependency Stroke Unit in super speciality hospitals, teaching and training in Nursing School and Colleges.

Post Masters

Degree in Nursing and Extended Care Registered Nurse (FNP-C) with College of Nurses of Ontario. Expertise in patient assessment care and communication skills that have been recognized by other healthcare professionals and professors. Self motivated, efficient, resourceful under pressure and strong observational skills.

Works cooperatively in an interdisciplinary team to provide complete client care. Use computer efficiently and proficiently such as MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Email, Internet researching and in-house software.

Languages: fluent in English, Malayalam, Tamil and Hindi

Family Nurse Practitioner (Full time) - Govt. of Ontario, Detention Center - London, ON, Canada

(2024-09)

• Perform physical exams, diagnose and treat diseases and other health conditions, and prescribe medication.
• Detailed mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• Chronic disease management, substance use and alcohol disorder management

Family Nurse Practitioner (Casual) - SheerHealth Medical Clinic - London, ON, Canada

(2024-05 - 2024-11)

• Perform physical exams, diagnose and treat diseases and other health conditions, and prescribe medication.
• Order laboratory tests, X-rays and other diagnostic procedures
• Inoculate and vaccinate patients
• Advise patients and their families on health care including health promotion, disease, illness and accident prevention
• Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team such as family physicians, therapists and nutritionists to plan, implement, coordinate and evaluate patient care in consultation with patients and their families
• Perform a patient advocacy role
• Prescribe and administer medications
• May co-ordinate or manage primary patient care.

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Parkwood Institute - London, ON, Canada

(2021-01 - 2024-12)

Mental Health

• Optimizing patient care by working with nursing staff.
• Evaluating current practices, reviewing alternatives, consulting with patient care managers, and educating staff.
• Developing specialized treatment plans after patient examinations
• Educating patients and families on how to best manage their conditions
• Incorporating practices to promote staff teamwork
• Analyzing patient data and outcomes
• Participating with colleagues on research

Registered Nurse, Unit lead - Parkwood Institute - London, ON, Canada

(2018-03 - 2021-01)

Mental Health

• Demonstrated ability to assess physical and psychological needs of rehabilitative patients
• Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and direct others
• Demonstrated ability to apply and document the nursing process
• Demonstrated effective communication skills
• Demonstrated high level of initiative
• Demonstrated flexibility and organizational skills

Registered Nurse (Preceptorship), Geriatric Rehab - Parkwood Institute - London, ON

(2017-06 - 2017-10)

• Completed resident assessments on admission and readmission.
• Administered and documented medication and treatments.
• Demonstrated Clinical competence in patient assessment.

Registered Practical Nurse, Medically complex care - Parkwood Institute - London, ON

(2016-01 - 2018-03)

Registered Practical Nurse - Dearness Home LTC - London, ON

(2015-09 - 2018-03)

• Completed resident assessments on admission and readmission.
• Developed, modified and evaluated the president's plan of care.

Registered Practical Nurse, Dementia Unit - Henley Place Long-term care - London, ON

(2014-07 - 2016-03)

Registered Practical Nurse - Horizon Place Retirement home - London

(2014-07 - 2014-12)

• Completed resident assessments on admission and readmission.
• Developed, modified and evaluated the residents plan of care.

Nurse Trainer - Life Research Centre - Toronto, Canada

(2012-01 - 2014-12)

• Taught students using a systematic plan of lectures, demonstrations, discussions and Projects.

Registered Nurse/Lecturer cum Clinical Instructor/ Program Coordinator - KIMS College of Nursing - India

(2010-01 - 2012-12)

• Organized learning experiences which are in accordance with the objectives
• Carried out guidance and counseling to learners.
• Assisted the learners in using problem solving process.

Registered Nurse/Clinical Instructor - Mookambika Medical College - India

(2008-01 - 2010-12)

Maternal & child Health, Medical & Surgical units

• Provided education to patients and families regarding relevant deficits and related health promotion interventions, referral and follow up
• Demonstrated problem solving abilities to lead unregulated healthcare workers and provide effective care.
• Demonstrated knowledge of infection control and prevention
• Actively participated in education and mentorship of RPN students and new staff

Registered Nurse Medical & Surgical, Geriatric, Neuromedicine, Gastro Units - Ananda Hospital, Ezhukon - India

(2007-01 - 2008-12)

• Implemented patient care in accordance with facility guidelines
• Demonstrated Clinical competence in patient assessment
• Implemented neurological assessment in Stroke units
• Administration of parental, enteral, and oral medication in Stroke unit
• Provided patient airway by performed oral, nasal, tracheal suctioning
• Assisted in endotracheal intubation, tracheostomy and cardiopulmonary resuscitation

Nursing Tutor cum Clinical Instructor - Ramakrishna Mission Hospital & Nursing School - India

(2006-01 - 2007-12)

Registered Nurse - Medical and Surgical Units (Geriatric, Neuro, Gastro) - Ananda Hospital, Ezhukon - India

(2004-01 - 2006-12)

Registered Nurse – Cardiac Care, Stroke, Medical and Surgical Units - Amritha Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre - India

(2000-01 - 2004-12)

Post Masters Nurse Practitioner - Primary care - Athabasca University (2020-01 - 2023-12)

Master of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Dr. M. G. R Medical University (2008-01 - 2010-12)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Dr. M. G. R Medical University (1995-01 - 1999-12)