Sarswati Poudel
Nightcliff,NT
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with eight years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritising patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with hemodialysis specialty.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
10.2020 - Current
- Assisting in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
- Leading teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritising standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
- Coordinating care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
- Improving patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
- Educating patients and their families on kidney disease management, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health care.
- Ensuring optimal equipment performance through routine maintenance checks and prompt troubleshooting when issues arose.
Graduate Registered Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
Patient Care Assistant
Southern Cross Care
07.2016 - 09.2019
- Assisted nurses with daily patient care tasks, ensuring timely and efficient medical support.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted a positive patient experience by actively listening and empathising with their needs and emotions.
Registered Nurse (General ICU)
College of Medical Science
03.2012 - 08.2014
- Managed critical care patients with complex medical conditions, providing compassionate care and support to families.
Registered Nurse
Nepalgunj Medical College
02.2011 - 03.2012
- Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Renal Nursing -
University of Tasmania
Hobart, TAS12.2022
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
Darwin, NT12.2018
Proficiency Certificate Level Nursing -
Nepalgunj Nursing Campus
Banke, Nepal12.2010
Skills
- Vascular Access Management
- Team Leadership Qualities
- Hemodialysis expertise
- Healthcare policy adherence
- Unit Oversight
- Blood transfusion competency
- Patient Education Techniques
- Time Management
References
Can be provided upon request
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
10.2020 - Current
Graduate Registered Nurse
Royal Darwin Hospital
09.2019 - 09.2020
Patient Care Assistant
Southern Cross Care
07.2016 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse (General ICU)
College of Medical Science
03.2012 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse
Nepalgunj Medical College
02.2011 - 03.2012
Post Graduate Certificate in Renal Nursing -
University of Tasmania
Bachelor of Nursing -
Charles Darwin University
Proficiency Certificate Level Nursing -
Nepalgunj Nursing Campus