Merina Shakya
Blacktown
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) graduated from Western Sydney University in March 2023 with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
New Grad Registered Nurse
John Hunter Hospital
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Worked as a new grad registered nurse at rehabilitation ward, Rankin Park Centre and Cardiothoracic ward at John Hunter Hospital, Newcastle, NSW
- Assess the health care needs of patients and be an active member in formulating care plans focused on helping patients recover from medical or surgical procedures or any other health conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Use critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
Assistant in Nursing
Wesley Mission (Frank Vickery Nursing Home)
01.2020 - 05.2023
- Coordinate with the team within the organization to provide optimal care to the residents
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and assistance in daily living activities.
- Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring and reporting changes in health status to nursing staff.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized environment, reducing the risk of infection for patients.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by developing trusting relationships and actively listening to concerns.
- Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently responding to call lights and addressing individual needs.
Registered Nurse
Khadbari District Hospital
09.2016 - 03.2019
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Collaborated with other health-focused organisations and agencies to promote community health.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing and midwifery -
Western Sydney University
Liverpool, NSW03.2023
Certificate III in Aged Care -
Ambition Training Institute
Hornsby, NSW01.2020
Registered as Nurse in Nepal Nursing Council -
NNC Registered No. 36003
01.2016
Proficiency Certificate level of Nursing -
B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
Sunsari, Koshi01.2015
Skills
- Team Coordination
- Time management
- Professionalism
- Communication
Clinical Placements
- Liverpool Hospital, CB5B, medical ward, 80 hrs,
- SWS Vaccination Hub, Macquarie field, 80 hrs,
- Fairfield Hospital, Medical ward, 2a, 80 hrs,
- Cumberland Hospital, Paringa, 96 hrs,
- Blacktown Hospital, Emergency department 112 hrs and Cardiology 120 hrs,
- Norwest Private Hospital, CCU, 120 hrs,
- Westmead Children's Hospital, Edgar Stephen Ward, 120 hrs,
Certification
Infection Control Training- 2023
Basic life support- 2023
Principles of infection prevention and control- 2023
Working with children check- 2022
Manual handling- 2023
Languages
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
References
Chiara Santiago
Nurse Unit Manager
Rankin Park Centre South Ward
Contact no: (02) 4921 4961
0423846952
Email: chiara.santiago@health.nsw.gov.au
Deepa Thomas
Registered Nurse
Rankin Park Centre South Ward
Contact no: 0406902492
Email: Deepa.Thomas@health.nsw.gov.au
Neridah Thomson
Nurse Educator
Hunter New England LHD
Contact no: 0400782339
Email: Neridah.Thomson@health.nsw.gov.au
Timeline
New Grad Registered Nurse
John Hunter Hospital
06.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant in Nursing
Wesley Mission (Frank Vickery Nursing Home)
01.2020 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
Khadbari District Hospital
09.2016 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Nursing and midwifery -
Western Sydney University
Certificate III in Aged Care -
Ambition Training Institute
Registered as Nurse in Nepal Nursing Council -
NNC Registered No. 36003
Proficiency Certificate level of Nursing -
B. P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
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