Shania Mathew

I am a highly skilled and compassionate NMC-registered nurse with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSc Nursing) and over three years of experience in intensive care, neurosurgical ICU, and perioperative nursing. Proven ability to handle critically ill patients, assist in complex surgical procedures, and manage post-operative recovery with a high level of professionalism and attention to patient safety. Adept in advanced life support, patient assessment, infection control, and multidisciplinary teamwork.

Seeking a Staff Nurse (Band 5) role in your hospital to bring my expertise in critical care and perioperative nursing to a dynamic team.

Senior Career - Cedar Care Homes - Chester, UK

(2021-07)

• Provided personalized care to residents, including assistance with daily activities, medication administration, and wound care.
• Managed residents with chronic illnesses and palliative care needs, ensuring dignity and comfort in end-of-life care.
• Conducted fall risk assessments, coordinated with physiotherapists, and implemented individualized care plans.
• Led training sessions on manual handling, safeguarding procedures, and infection control.

Staff Nurse (Neurosurgical ICU) - Fortis Hospital - Noida, India

(2016-10 - 2017-11)

• Managed critically ill neurosurgical patients, monitoring intracranial pressure (ICP), Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), and neurological status.
• Assisted in the post-operative care of craniotomies, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord surgeries, ensuring early detection of complications.
• Administered IV sedatives, anticonvulsants, osmotic diuretics (Mannitol), and vasopressors to manage patient stability.
• Managed patients on ventilators, ensuring proper endotracheal tube (ETT) care, suctioning, and ventilator settings adjustments as per protocol.
• Provided infection control measures, maintaining strict aseptic techniques during central line insertions, tracheostomy care, and catheterization.
• Led resuscitation efforts during cardiac or respiratory arrests, demonstrating proficiency in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• Educated families about post-ICU recovery, neurological rehabilitation, and lifestyle modifications.

Staff Nurse (General Surgery & Operation Theatre) - Lisie Hospital - Kochi, India

(2018-01 - 2019-01)

• Assisted in major and minor surgical procedures, including laparotomies, cholecystectomies, appendectomies, orthopedic, and urological surgeries.
• Ensured sterile field maintenance and assisted with surgical instrument handling, specimen collection, and suturing.
• Monitored patients under general and regional anesthesia, assisting anesthetists with intubation, extubation, and airway management.
• Conducted preoperative patient assessments, ensuring informed consent, allergy checks, and lab result verifications.
• Provided postoperative care in the recovery unit, managing pain control, wound dressing, and early mobilization to prevent complications.
• Maintained accurate surgical counts of sponges, needles, and instruments to ensure patient safety.
• Implemented infection control measures and participated in hospital audits on perioperative safety and sterile procedures.

Staff Nurse (Medical ICU) - Daya General Hospital - Thrissur, India

(2020-09 - 2021-05)

• Provided comprehensive intensive care to critically ill patients with sepsis, multiorgan failure, respiratory distress, and cardiac conditions.
• Monitored hemodynamic stability, performing ECGs, arterial blood gas (ABG) analysis, and electrolyte management.
• Administered vasopressors, inotropes, and anticoagulants, closely monitoring their effects on patient conditions.
• Assisted in invasive procedures such as central line insertion, arterial line monitoring, and percutaneous tracheostomy.
• Managed Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) for patients with acute kidney injury (AKI).
• Provided extensive family education on mechanical ventilation weaning, nutrition management, and post-ICU recovery care.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Amrita Vishwavidyapeedam (2016)

12th Grade - Higher Secondary - Nirmala Higher Secondary School (2012)

10th Grade - Secondary School - St. Mary's Public School (2010)