Nisha Katuwal
Clayton
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Opal Aged Care
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviours and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviours to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Travel Registered Nurse
Sale Elderly Citizens Village
01.2024 - 07.2024
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Prevented complications in critical situations by promptly recognizing symptoms and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, ensuring a safe environment for patients and colleagues alike.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
- Reduced medication errors by implementing double-check system with fellow nursing staff, enhancing patient safety.
Registered Nurse
Uniting age well
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Counselled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Personal Care Assistant Medication Competent
Arcare Parkview Agedcare
01.2021 - 09.2022
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client
- Maintained daily living standards by assisting clients with personal hygiene needs
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being
- Reported concerns to nursing supervisor to promote optimal care
- Maintained a clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioural conditions and injuries
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
Personal Support Worker
Brimlea Aged Care
09.2017 - 09.2020
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Registered Nurse
Araniko Hospital
03.2014 - 12.2016
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of surgical procedures, promoting clear communication among healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Advocated for the unique needs of each patient within interdisciplinary team meetings, ensuring their voices were heard and respected in treatment planning.
- Promoted a safe environment for both patients and staff by adhering to infection control standards during all aspects of patient care delivery.
- Used critical thinking skills to assess and evaluate patient physical, psychosocial and emotional needs.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
Education
Bachelors Nursing - Bachelors of Nursing
Australian Catholic University
07.2022
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Individual Support
Einstein College of Australia
Melbourne, VIC09-2017
Proficiency Certificate Level
AMDA Institute of Health Science
03-2014
Skills
- Teamwork
- Medication Administration
- Accurate Documentation
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Good Communication skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision Making
- Critical Thinking
- Family and Patient Support
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Computer skills
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Wound Care
- Chart Updating
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Transportation
- Care Planning
- Care Plan Adherence
- Needs Assessment
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Care Coordination
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Professional Working
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Mindfulness Practices
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Gardening
- High-Intensity Interval Training
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Road Trips
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Opal Aged Care
07.2024 - 10.2024
Travel Registered Nurse
Sale Elderly Citizens Village
01.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Uniting age well
09.2022 - 12.2023
Personal Care Assistant Medication Competent
Arcare Parkview Agedcare
01.2021 - 09.2022
Personal Support Worker
Brimlea Aged Care
09.2017 - 09.2020
Registered Nurse
Araniko Hospital
03.2014 - 12.2016
Bachelors Nursing - Bachelors of Nursing
Australian Catholic University
No Degree - Certificate 3 in Individual Support
Einstein College of Australia
Proficiency Certificate Level
AMDA Institute of Health Science
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