Karuna Bista

Compassionate, punctual, and enthusiastic candidate with a strong academic background and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the Australian Catholic University. Bring extensive clinical training and hands-on experience in diverse healthcare settings acquired through qualifications and previous clinical placements. Eager to apply skills in patient assessment, medication administration, and care planning to deliver high-quality patient care. Passionate about patient advocacy and committed to contributing to a collaborative healthcare team. Aspire to further develop nursing skills and knowledge in a dynamic hospital environment while making a meaningful impact on patient health and well-being. Additionally, dedicated and patient-focused nurse with proven experience in aged care facilities as an assistant in nursing for 3 years at Uniting Banks Lodge, Sydney. Hardworking, capable of working harmoniously within teams, and always eager to learn and receive training in new areas. Skilled in therapeutic communication.

• Certified in CPR
• First aid training certificate
• Medication administration
• Manual handling training
• Infection control
• Hand hygiene
• Fire safety training
• Working with children check (WCC)
• Mask fitting

• Conducted through Head-to-toe assessments and monitored patient’s vital signs
• Actively participated in giving and taking ISBAR handover efficiently
• Admission and discharge procedure
• Administer oral/intravenous/muscular/subcutaneous medications, under the guidance of registered nurse
• Performed neuro-observation of the patients
• Maintained fluid intake and output chart
• Writing progress notes of patient

• Assisted in daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and feeding patients.
• Monitored and recorded vital signs.
• Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
• Helped with mobility and transportation of patients, ensuring their safety.
• Assisted in wound care and dressing changes under the supervision of registered nurses.
• Administered medications as directed by nursing staff.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to deliver comprehensive patient care.
• Conducted routine observations and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff.

• Concord Repatriation General Hospital (Upper GIT and Gastroenterology Ward), 12/12/2022, 12/23/2022, 80
• Bankstown-Lidcombe Hospital (Rehabilitation Ward), 05/15/2023, 06/09/2023, 160
• Norwest Private Hospital-Healthscope NSW (Orthopaedic and Surgical Ward), 11/20/2023, 12/15/2023, 160
• St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney-Public (Cardiothoracic Ward), 04/22/2024, 05/17/2024, 160

• Shrijana Kadariya, Registered nurse, uniting Banks lodge, sakdariya@uniting.org, 0431269442
• Tessa Makune, Australian catholic university’s facilitator, St Vincent’s Hospital Sydney-Public, 0426200965