Barsha Karki
Donnybrook,Australia
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with over three years of clinical experience in acute medical and surgical settings, specializing in geriatric care. Proven ability to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care while effectively managing complex health conditions and maintaining accurate clinical documentation. Expertise in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and implementing evidence-based practices, along with strong proficiency in electronic medical records. Committed to make significant impact by providing emotional support to patients and families, eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team within a reputable organization.
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Warringal Private Hospital
Heidelburg
08.2025 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse, Year 3
St. George Hospital
Kogarah
12.2023 - 07.2025
- Acute Geriatric ward.
- December 2023 –July 2025
- Precepting New Grad and nursing students.
- Delivered direct care of up to 6 patients per shift in a 30-bed unit.
- Holistic Assessment.
- Wound care and pressure injury prevention.
- Collaborating with multidisciplinary team (MDTs) to develop, implement and evaluate care plans to address patient’s specific needs and goals.
- Medication administration, monitoring drug interactions and adverse effects.
- IV cannulation, administration of IV medications and responded to code situations.
- Assistance in Activities of Daily Living.
- Behavioural support and managing challenging behaviours, often those with disabilities and mental health conditions.
- Fall prevention and safety.
- Chronic disease management, liaising with the team.
- Palliative and End-of-Life Care.
- Emotional and psychosocial Support including patient and family Education.
- Critical thinking and analysis.
Registered Nurse, Year 3
St. George Hospital
Kogarah
05.2023 - 12.2023
- Neurosurgery Trauma-May 8, 2023- December 8, 2023
- Delivered direct care of up to 6 patients per shift in a 30-bed unit.
- Monitoring initial assessment and stabilization, neurological status including level of consciousness, pupillary responses and motor function.
- IV cannulation, administration of IV medications and responded to code situations.
- Management of pain control, assessment of the surgical site and drainage tubes/catheterization.
- Management of ICU stepdown patient and care.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary team (MDTs) in providing person centered care to patients and families during crises.
- Provided emotional support and clear communication.
- Chart using EMR with 100% documentation accuracy.
- Critical thinking and analysis.
Education
Nursing
University of Western Sydney
Liverpool, NSW11-2022
Certificate III - Aged Care
Nurse Training Australia
Sydney, NSW09-2015
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Nurse Training Australia
Sydney, NSW07-2019
Skills
- Clinical assessment
- Client-focused care
- Patient education
- Wound care management
- Infection control strategies
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
- Intravenous cannulation
- Palliative care pathway
- Implementing evidence-based practices
- Empathetic learner
- Team player
- Analytical problem solving
- Professionalism
- Effective time management
- Physical material handling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Nepali
Full Professional
Training/ Professional Development
- Basic Life Support.
- Wound management.
- Fire training.
- Falls prevention.
- In services regards various topics in hospital setting.
- Online course/ HETI learning modules.
- Infection prevention/control.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Warringal Private Hospital
08.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse, Year 3
St. George Hospital
12.2023 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse, Year 3
St. George Hospital
05.2023 - 12.2023
Nursing
University of Western Sydney
Certificate III - Aged Care
Nurse Training Australia
Certificate IV - Ageing Support
Nurse Training Australia