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Hi, I’m
Amir Shehzad
Regisitered Nurse
Rawalpindi,Punjab
Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
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Summary
"I am a committed, conscientious, passionate and caring nurse who understands the importance of demonstrating the core healthcare values in my work.
Over the years, I have worked in various positions where the need to provide outstanding patient-centered care has been the norm.
An excellent collaborator who can be relied upon to take ownership of challenging healthcare situations, my strengths lie in my ability to work quickly and accurately whilst adhering to all nursing policies and procedures.
My supportive nature in helping other healthcare professionals achieve their objectives, and my ability to tailor my communication and interpersonal skills based on the needs of the patient I am caring for, make me a strong candidate for this position.
If I am successful in my application, I will work tirelessly to fulfil my duties competently whilst helping the healthcare organization continually improve, develop, and provide first-class treatment and care to its patients."
Overview
17
years of professional experience
1
Certification
1
Language
Work History
Capital HospitalIslamabad, Pakistan
Staff Nurse
01.2007 - Current
Job overview
- Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Education
School Of Nursing Christian Hospital Quetta
Diploma İn General Nursing from Nursing
03.2005
St John’s High School Rawalpindi
SSC from Science Education
04.2000
Skills
Intake and discharge
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians
Medication and IV administration
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices
Critical care
Infection control measures
Wound Care
Medication Administration
Emergency Procedures
Vaccine administration
Coordinated discharge planning with case managers to ensure seamless transitions of care from the hospital to home or other facilities
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
Intravenous therapy
Strong clinical judgment
Accomplishments
- An outstanding collaborator who works seamlessly with other healthcare professionals.
- Can be relied upon to maintain professional competence in my duties as a nurse.
- Won employee of the month in a previous profession.
- 2023 winner of a local cricket team cup tournament.
Additional Information
"I have the necessary skills and qualities to match the nurse job description, including being supportive of other nurses and healthcare professionals, demonstrating excellent interpersonal and communication skills, showing empathy, compassion and understanding when appropriate, adapting to different situations, prioritizing tasks based on the needs of the hospital, and dealing with difficult patients to achieve a successful outcome.’’
Certification
BLS
Interests
Timeline
BLS
05-2023
Staff Nurse
Capital Hospital
01.2007 - Current
School Of Nursing Christian Hospital
Diploma İn General Nursing from Nursing
St John’s High School
SSC from Science Education