Chitra Shijith

Hi,

I am Chitra, Registered Nurse working in New Zealand currently interested to migrate to Australia with my family. Currently working in Birthcare Maternity Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand

Registered Nurse – Postnatal Unit at Birthcare Auckland (2024-02 – Present)

• Provide high-quality postnatal nursing care to mothers and newborns in a private maternity facility.
• Support breastfeeding initiation, maternal bonding, and newborn wellbeing.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure safe and effective patient care.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation in accordance with New Zealand nursing standards.

Registered Nurse – Postnatal Department at Hamad Medical Corporation (2012-01 – 2023-07)

Delivered comprehensive postnatal and post-operative nursing care in a tertiary, JCI-accredited hospital.

• Managed LSCS patients from two hours post-surgery, including wounds, drains, and pain management.
• Monitored and managed postpartum complications such as postpartum hemorrhage and pre-eclampsia.
• Provided newborn care including phototherapy, screening tests, and immunisations.
• Served as a trained preceptor, orienting and mentoring newly recruited nursing staff.
• Participated in quality improvement initiatives, audits, and JCI accreditation activities.

Registered Nurse at Malabar Institute of Medical Sciences (2010-03 – 2011-12)

• Delivered comprehensive nursing care in an acute hospital environment.
• Administered medications and intravenous infusions while maintaining strict aseptic techniques.
• Assisted with patient education, documentation, and infection control practices.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing