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Kanchan (Kim) Bhattarai Adhikari

Clovelly park,SA

Summary

Compassionate nursing graduate committed to delivering exceptional patient care. Strong foundation in nursing theories and clinical skills. Effective communicator and collaborator with a passion for improving patient outcomes. Eager to contribute to a healthcare team and continue learning and growing in the field of nursing.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

Nepali Pathsala Adelaide
12.2021 - Current
  • Integrated hands-on activities and cultural exploration to enhance understanding and appreciation of Nepalese culture.
  • Taught children Nepali language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, reading, and conversational abilities.

Personal care worker

Oaklands Park Lodge Residential Care
07.2016 - Current
  • Provided hands-on support and assistance to elderly individuals with activities of daily living (ADLs) such as bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and feeding.
  • Maintained respectful and compassionate approach while promoting independence and dignity..
  • Maintained cleanliness and followed infection control protocols for safe environment.
  • Documented care provided and reported concerns or incidents promptly to supervisor on duty.

Clinical Placement

Intermediate Care Hospital Avoidance (CALN)
03.2023 - 05.2023
  • Participated in fast-paced Hospital avoidance clinic, providing care to patients with wide range of acute medical conditions. Commended 3x by preceptor for critical thinking skills and linking theory to nursing practise.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Facilitated patient discharge by providing instructions for home care and follow-up care.
  • Gained valuable knowledge surrounding use of Point-of-care (POCT) testing.
  • Assisted RNs in performing venepuncture, IV cannulation and commended numerous times for excellent hand hygiene and infection control practices.
  • Commended numerous times for establishing excellent therapeutic relationship particularly with geriatrics patients.

Clinical Placement Student Nurse

Flinders Private Hospital
10.2022 - 11.2022
  • Provided general nursing care in areas of vital signs, ECG, catheters, feeding tubes (under supervision), Heparin/Insulin therapy, pain management (PCA, epidural, regional block, and spinal anaesthesia care), and IV and central lines (under supervision).
  • Managed of four patients loads during each shift, efficiently executing pre-operative assessments under the guidance of registered nurse. Commended x3 for proficiently identifying indicators of patient deterioration and promptly communicating findings to supervising RNs.

Retail Sales Worker

Coles Supermarket
03.2012 - 03.2016
  • Provided exceptional customer service by greeting and assisting customers in friendly and professional manner by addressing customer inquiries, provide product recommendations, and ensure customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated deep understanding of products or services being offered and educated customers on product features, benefits, and options to help them make informed purchasing decisions.
  • Adhered to store policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.

Education

Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing

Flinders University
Bedford Park, SA
12.2023

Skills

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills (gained from extensive volunteer experiences and part-time working experiences in aged care facility)
  • Demonstrate honesty, integrity and respect for all patients, carers and staff
  • Maintain safe and therapeutic environment (adhered to NMBA standards and the ability to recognise of unsafe practice)
  • Strong self-management skills, committed to nursing and flexibility to adapt to unexpected changes

Certification


  • Bachelors of Nursing (Flinders University)- 2020-Current
  • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) Training - 2023
  • Manual Handling Training - 2023
  • First Aid Training-2022
  • Blood safe training-2023




Timeline

Clinical Placement

Intermediate Care Hospital Avoidance (CALN)
03.2023 - 05.2023

Clinical Placement Student Nurse

Flinders Private Hospital
10.2022 - 11.2022

Volunteer

Nepali Pathsala Adelaide
12.2021 - Current

Personal care worker

Oaklands Park Lodge Residential Care
07.2016 - Current

Retail Sales Worker

Coles Supermarket
03.2012 - 03.2016

Bachelors of Nursing - Nursing

Flinders University

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