Joslyn Dsilva

Skilled nurse with nearly a decade of experience in intensive care units (ICUs) and serving in some of the area's busiest hospitals. Compassionate ICU nurse with broad knowledge of patients' pain levels, sedation requirements, and dosage calculations. Keen on listening to patients' medical histories and responding to family members' concerns concerning medications, post-op care, and treatment procedures.

Impeccable track record in superintending nursing, coordinating daily administrative duties, including patient admissions, transfers, and discharges, and providing mentorship and training to junior staff. Desirous of making a strong contribution to the healthcare field through solid nursing practices based on technology and active communication with patients and families. Proactive and responsible problem solver with excellent multitasking skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently or as part of a team to coordinate hospital rounds and patient treatment schedules.

Solutions-oriented team player with leadership quality and strong communication skills.

Registered Nurse (ICU) - AL Khor Hospital, HMC - Alkhor, Qatar

(2020-02)

• Participated in file audit committee to standardize charting and the maintenance of nursing notes and physicians' orders.
• Maintained infection control logs, streamlined charting process, and improved patient outcomes through training and leadership.
• Supported patients with customized patient teaching tools.
• Worked with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to devise individualized plans of care to meet patients' pre-operative and post-operative needs.
• Maintains records, files data related to quality improvement activities.
• Interfaced with patients to establish individual needs and advocated for treatments and therapies in alignment with personal beliefs.
• Addressed unit staff concerns, including allocation of the responsibilities and optimized workload management.
• Provided education and guidance to patients and their families on preventive care, treatment plans, and self-care management.
• Provided compassionate and respectful care to patients while ensuring their safety and well-being.
• Performed medical procedures and administered prescribed medications to ensure patient health and comfort.
• Documented patient health records accurately and completely to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations.
• Trained new nurses on proper patient care and safety protocols.
• Ensuring that hemodialysis and peritoneal dialysis treatments are administered to patients correctly.

Registered CCU Nurse - MASINA HEART HOSPITAL - Mumbai, India

(2019-01 - 2019-11)

• Supervise ancillary staff and on-call nurses.
• Coordinated with doctors and Registered Nurses to develop care plans for patients.
• Assessed patients' overall health, identified needs and goals for treatment, and connected them with ideal practitioners and treatments.
• Team leader role in CCU unit.
• ECMO team member.

Registered ICU Nurse - SAIFEE HOSPITAL - Mumbai, India

(2015-07 - 2018-08)

• Assessed and continuously monitored patients, recognized adverse telemetry, and actualized emergency interventions.
• Reached out to patients to convey lab results and provide care instructions.
• Participated in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction, and safety.
• Cared for patients with Kidney transplant surgery and preparation Organ transplants in brain-dead patients.
• Maintained a clean and organized work environment to ensure the safety of patients and staff.
• Assisted in the administration of medication and monitored patient response to medication.
• Documented patient histories, vital signs, and test results accurately and efficiently, ensuring accurate record keeping.
• Collaborated with the medical team to ensure continuity of care, resulting in improved patient outcomes.
• Developed and implemented patient care plans, including nutrition and activity plans, to ensure optimal health outcomes.

BSc - Nursing - SNDT UNIVERSITY, MUMBAI (2011 - 2015)

Certificate - Critical Care Nurse Course - SNDT UNIVERSITY (2016 - 2016)

MBA - Hospital Management - ANNAMALAI UNIVERSITY, INDIA (2020 - 2022)