2022-02-04_bdean_Sambhu Viswanath Resume.docx

Sambhu Viswanath

Pierrefonds, QC H9H2X8 | (438) 921-4615 | sambhuviswanath@gmail.com

Summary

Ambitious lecturer with 8 years of experience in education. Skilled in delivering scheduled lectures and collecting educational information for use in presentations. Committed to serving as mentor and liaison for student nurses.

Skills

Experience

Education and Training

Activities and Honors

I had been an Advisor of Student Nurses Association of India, Kerala State Branch (East Zone) for 2 consecutive years.

Various curricular and non-curricular activities of Student nurses organized in zonal level.

Works for the overall development of student nurses

Co-ordination of various unit level activities.

Languages

English, French intermediate, Hindi, Malayalam, Tamil, Kannada

Registration

I am a registered nurse from India. I did equivalence of my nursing degrees with OIIQ and waiting for my integration course.

Public Speaking
Technology-based learning tools
Distance learning tools
Lesson plan creation
Classroom lectures
Evaluations and assessments
Curriculum Development
Training and development
Student evaluation
Meeting participation
Student research advisement | Tutoring and coaching
Class engagement
Project Management
Curriculum input
Student performance evaluation
In-class lectures
Academic advisement
Inspiring lectures
Motivation
Progress reporting
Faculty communication

10/2019 to Current | Health Care Assistant 
Residence Saint Raphael － Île-Brizard, Québec 
Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Tracked and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
Developed strong and trusting rapport with residents to facilitate smooth, quality care.
Provided primary resident care and assistance with daily living activities.
Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
Assisted patients with activities of daily living, including meals, bathing, and grooming.
Responded to patient alarms and needs-assessment requests to identify course of treatment.
Conducted patient health checks and communicated observations of patients' conditions to medical staff.
Responded to call lights and completed frequent rounds to meet patients' needs, including turning and toileting.
Supported RN with tasks such as wound cleansing and urinary catheterization.
Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating, and turning over and positioning patients.

05/2014 to 10/2019 | Assistant Professor 
Mercy College of Nursing － Kottayam, Kerala, India
Participated in faculty meetings to discuss department goals and strategy.
Engaged students in lectures by encouraging sharing of opinions and group interactions.
Created lesson plans and developed instructional materials covering required topics and learning objectives.
Evaluated student progress, graded assignments, and provided students with feedback.
Attended faculty meetings and participated in student outcome assessments with departmental members.
Administered and graded tests and assignments to evaluate student performance and monitor progress.
Mentored graduate students in thesis research and development.
Prepared innovative course materials to encourage critical thinking and discussion.
Maintained student engagement through creative subject delivery and learning activities.
Tutored students requiring additional assistance to improve overall comprehension of difficult concepts.
Evaluated and supervised student activities and performance levels to provide reports on academic progress.
Planned class material to engage students in both online and in-person class environments.
Adapted methods of instruction and classroom materials to address individual student needs.
Constructed quizzes, exams and homework assignments to test student aptitude.
Coordinated field study sessions to provide students with hands-on experience.
Developed curriculum, lesson plans and lab exercises for classes per semester.
Graded homework assignments, tests, and special projects.
Held office hours to discuss grades, assignments, and tests with students.
Built strong student rapport by driving classroom and online discussions and providing academic advisement.

12/2011 to 05/2014 | Lecturer 
BMS Hospital Nursing College － Bangalore, Karnataka, India. 
Utilized diverse teaching methods, including lectures, presentations and class activities to deliver curriculum.
Delivered course lectures using modern technology to enhance student comprehension.
Created instructional and lecture plans for classes in compliance with course objectives.
Organized activities and class events to drive learning objectives and promote engagement.
Tutored students requiring further assistance with learning concepts and course material.
Created presentations to deliver lectures in classrooms and online learning environments.
Promoted excitement among students in classroom through delivery of interesting topics.
Prepared and delivered lectures to students on topics such as community health and research in nursing.
Used PowerPoint to develop visual, feature-rich presentations to engage students.
Educated and engaged students by utilizing instructional technologies.
Lectured to classes of up to 50 students regarding community health nursing, foundations of nursing and research.

08/2008 to 08/2009 | Staff Nurse, Operating Room 
St. Gregorios Mission Hospital － Pathanamthitta, Kerala, India. 
Performed nursing tasks to deliver high level of care and comply with procedures and regulations.
Counted all surgical instruments and sponges used in procedures upon completion of operations.
Built relationships with pre- and post-surgical patients with compassion and positive attitude.
Assessed patients prior to surgical procedures by asking questions and detailing medical histories.
Delivered exceptional care to patients throughout the entire surgical lifecycle to support positive health outcomes.
Performed comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, devise care plans, modify care solutions and support patient rights.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Discussed surgical patients with healthcare team to address and resolve concerns.
Recorded patients' medical history, vital statistics and test results in electronic medical records.
Transferred patients from operating room to recovery room on stretchers and in wheelchairs.
Prepared operating rooms to uphold strict asepsis standards.
Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to administer therapies and maintain continuum of care.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Administered surgical drains, nasogastric tubes, ileostomies, colostomy bags, peg tubes and tracheostomy tubes to facilitate patient care.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
Assisted with nursing duties in short-staffed areas.
Discussed postoperative care along with wound management with patients and family members or caregivers.
Inserted and managed central, arterial and PICC lines.

11/2011 | Master of Science: Community Health Nursing 
Fortis Institute of Nursing － Bangalore, India

10/2007 | Bachelor of Science: Nursing 
St. Gregorios College of Nursing － Pathanamthitta, India.