SAMRIDHI BASNET
Penrith
Summary
Experienced with perioperative nursing, providing comprehensive patient care throughout surgical processes. Utilizes expertise in surgical protocols to enhance patient outcomes and support surgical teams. Track record of maintaining sterile environments and advocating for patient safety, ensuring successful surgical procedures. Strong focus on collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in patient assessment, surgical preparation, and post-operative care. Reliable team player with adaptability to changing needs and environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Scrub-Scout Registered Nurse
Ramsay Health Care
02.2022 - Current
- Setting up and handing sterile supplies and instruments to the surgeon
- Maintain an accurate count of all accountable items throughout the procedure
- Monitor the intra-operative environment and the aseptic status of the sterile team
- Coordinate activities in the operating room
- Implement the nursing plan of care
- Access additional supplies the sterile team required
- Document all care provided to the intraoperative patient
- Advocate for the patient and ensure a safe environment
- Undertake and document the count of all accountable items, together with the instrument nurse
- Supported surgical teams under high-pressure situations while maintaining composed demeanor, contributing to optimal patient outcomes.
- Reduced surgical site infections through meticulous adherence to aseptic techniques and infection control protocols.
- Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to new technologies and equipment within the operating room, enhancing efficiency and accuracy during surgeries.
- Facilitated successful surgeries by setting up equipment properly, positioning patients correctly, and performing necessary counts of instruments and supplies before each procedure.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough preoperative assessments and effectively communicating with the surgical team.
- Planned, executed, directed and evaluated nursing care given to surgical patient through perioperative experience to promote highest quality and patient safety.
- Ensured accurate documentation of patient information by maintaining health records in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Safeguarded confidential patient information in accordance with AHPRA regulations.
Registered Nurse (Casual)
Nepean Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
- Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
SCRUB-SCOUT NURSE (Casual)
Nepean Private Hospital
01.2025 - Current
- Supported surgical teams by ensuring sterile environments and maintaining equipment.
- Coordinated with surgical staff to optimise patient care and procedural efficiency.
- Assisted in surgical procedures to facilitate smooth operations.
- Improved patient outcomes by maintaining communication with surgical teams.
- Managed preoperative and postoperative activities, enhancing patient transitions.
- Prepared surgical rooms for operations, ensuring all equipment was functional.
- Maintained accurate records of surgical procedures, supporting quality assurance.
- Supported patient care by assisting with surgical monitoring and documentation.
- Prepared and maintained sterile field for surgical procedures, ensuring compliance with standards.
Education
Post-Graduate Diploma - Nursing
University of Tasmania
TAS12-2025
Post Graduate Certificate - Nursing
University of Tasmania
TAS12-2024
Bachelor of Nursing -
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
North Sydney01.2021
Tertiary Preparation Program -
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
North Sydney01.2019
High School - science
01.2016
Professional Development And Inservices Attended
- Clinical Transfusion Practice, Blood Safe eLearning Australia, 2024
- Hand Hygiene Competency, Nurse training Australia, 2024
- COVID 19 Infection Control, Australian college of Nursing, 2021
- COVID 19 Vaccination Training, Australian College of Nursing, 2021
- Scrub-Scout Workshop, 2024
- Robot Training, 2024
- Preceptorship Training
Relevant Skills And Attributes
- Recognize the significance of appropriate therapeutic relationships with patients, factoring in cultural sensitivity and the ability to communicate both verbally and non-verbally with patients in a manner that ensures confidentiality and privacy.
- Ability to work cohesively and effectively in a multidisciplinary team to help achieve best outcomes for patients, whilst providing comprehensive and holistic care.
- Work within my scope of practice in accordance to the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA), AHPRA, NHQHS and Standards of Practice Perioperative nursing
Timeline
SCRUB-SCOUT NURSE (Casual)
Nepean Private Hospital
01.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse (Casual)
Nepean Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Scrub-Scout Registered Nurse
Ramsay Health Care
02.2022 - Current
Post-Graduate Diploma - Nursing
University of Tasmania
Post Graduate Certificate - Nursing
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY
Tertiary Preparation Program -
AUSTRALIAN CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY