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Work History
Education
Skills
References
Licensureandcertification
Continuous Professional Development
Affiliations
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Shilpa Nagpal

Nowra,Australia

Summary

I am a dedicated Medical Surgical Nurse offering several years of clinical experience. In addition to this, i am an highly motivated professional with a quick learning ability and a talent for adjusting in a new environment. My strong work ethics and effective communication skills ensure optimal patient outcomes and collaborative environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

Nowra Private Hospital
Nowra
08.2020 - Current
  • My surgical ward experience involved providing pre- and post-operative care, including patient education, preparation, and recovery monitoring
  • I managed wound care, pain relief, and the prevention of complications like infection or deep vein thrombosis
  • Frequent assessments, such as vital signs and pain levels, were crucial to identify early signs of complications like hemorrhage or respiratory issues
  • I collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, ensuring smooth patient transitions from surgery to recovery
  • My role also included educating patients and families on post-op care and discharge planning, enhancing their recovery experience
  • Working in this fast-paced environment developed my critical thinking and time-management skills
  • In the rehab ward, I supported patient recovery through multidisciplinary collaboration, focusing on mobility, wound care, and chronic condition management
  • I provided education on self-care and medication, promoted independence, and offered emotional support during the challenging rehabilitation process
  • This role strengthened my skills in patient-centered care and team coordination

Registered Nurse

Meroo Street Family Practice, Bomaderry Creek Health Centre
07.2020 - 03.2022
  • Patients’ Health assessment, care plan
  • Vaccination management and administration
  • Maintaining electronic Health records
  • Sterilisation of surgical equipment
  • Wound care
  • Assisting doctors with some medical procedure such as SCC removal, biopsy, Implanon insertion and removal
  • Iron transfusion
  • ECG
  • Ear syringing

Registered Nurse

Priority Medical Centre, Merrylands Family Practice
08.2018 - 06.2020
  • Vaccination management and administration
  • Ordering stock
  • Cryotherapy
  • Wound care
  • ECG
  • Ear syringing
  • Assisting doctors with surgical procedure

Education

Bachelor of Nursing - Science

Australian Catholic University
North Sydney, NSW
06-2018

Skills

  • Critical care
  • Clinical Judgement
  • Compassion
  • Clinical documentation
  • Critical thinking
  • Teamwork
  • Emergency medical care
  • Adaptability
  • Communication skills
  • Empathy
  • Discharge coordination
  • IV management
  • IV drug therapy management
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Infectious disease control
  • Clinical information system management
  • Electronic health records management
  • Reporting and documentation
  • Team coordination
  • Setting up referrals
  • Direct nursing care
  • Patient relations
  • Immunization skills
  • Physical assessments

References

Available on request

Licensureandcertification

  • Registered Nurse: Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia
  • Working with Children Check
  • First aid and CPR certificate

Continuous Professional Development

I am 100% compliant with my eLearning at work. My 20 hours of CPD every year update my knowledge in few different areas includes Hand Hygiene, Aseptic Non touch techniques, Basic of infection prevention and control, Basic life support, PICC line removal, Courses in immunization practice in primary healthcare, Chest pain assessment and management, Anaphylaxis and more

Affiliations

  • I like listening religious/spiritual Indian music. It gives me positivity.
  • Spending time with my Family is one part of my life where i use and gain energy from.

Languages

English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Nowra Private Hospital
08.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse

Meroo Street Family Practice, Bomaderry Creek Health Centre
07.2020 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse

Priority Medical Centre, Merrylands Family Practice
08.2018 - 06.2020

Bachelor of Nursing - Science

Australian Catholic University

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