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Sumina Basnet

Campsie,NSW

Summary

A compassionate and motivated new graduate nurse seeking an entry-level position to contribute clinical knowledge and skills acquired through hands-on experience, education, and diverse placements. Committed to providing safe, high-quality, and person-centered care while working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams. Eager to continue learning, contribute meaningfully to patient outcomes, and grow within a supportive and professional healthcare environment.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant in Nursing

Montefiore Nursing Home
Randwick, NSW
11.2022 - Current
  • Provided high-quality, person-centered care to elderly residents, including those with dementia, limited mobility, palliative care, and end-of-life care residents.
  • Assisted residents with personal care, including bathing, grooming, oral hygiene, dressing, and toileting.
  • Repositioned and transferred bed-bound residents using appropriate lifters and slide sheets to prevent pressure injuries.
  • Communicated using SOLER techniques, and provided reassurance to the residents with dementia and complex needs.
  • Supported residents with eating and hydration, serving meals according to dietary and swallowing guidelines.
  • Monitored and documented fluid intake/output, and promptly reported any variances to the supervising RN.

Clinical Placement-Mental Health Nursing

Cumberland Hospital, Riverview, NSW (80 Hours)
  • Conducted mental health assessments, risk assessments, and psychosocial histories under RN supervision.
  • Administered medications in a mental health setting, following safety and legal protocols.
  • Observed and documented care for patients with mood disorders, psychosis, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
  • Participated in care planning using the Mental State Examination and a recovery-oriented approach.
  • Gained exposure to multidisciplinary team roles and withdrawal assessments.
  • Applied understanding of stigma, WA Mental Health Act, and ethical practice in mental health care.

Clinical Placement- Peri-operative Nursing

Bankstown-Lidecombe Hospital, NSW (144 hours)
  • Observed minor surgeries (e.g., Cataracts, C-sections, and laparoscopic procedures across perioperative phases.
  • Assisted in the anaesthetic bay with pre-op checklists and patient preparation.
  • Observed airway management techniques, including the use of Guedel airways and assistance with chin lift.
  • Maintained sterile field awareness, surgical hand hygiene, and PPE use.
  • I participated in ISOBAR handovers and observed multidisciplinary teamwork in the OT.

Clinical Placement- Rehabilation Ward

Westmead Hospital, NSW (184 Hours)
  • Assisted with complex wound care, including drain management, packing, irrigation, and compression bandaging.
  • Participated in pre- and post-op care, patient education, blood transfusion checks, and fluid balance monitoring.
  • Practiced safe medication handling (S8/S4D), documentation, and handovers using ISOBAR.
  • Observed care of tracheostomy, surgical drains, bladder irrigation, and patients on CPAP/high-flow oxygen.

Cardiothoracic, Urology and Vascular Placement

St. George Hospital, NSW (144 hours)
  • Performed comprehensive and focused assessments (cardiac, respiratory, neuro, GI), and monitored fluid balance.
  • Administered IV medications and insulin, assisted with hypoglycemia management, and performed ECG (12-lead) monitoring.
  • Provided pre- and post-op care, including wound care, oxygen therapy, NGT feeding, and removal of cannulas, sutures, and staples.

Clinical Placement-Aged Care Ward(D11)

Campbelltown Hospital, NSW (200 Hours)
  • Performed simple wound dressings while maintaining aseptic technique.
  • Administered oral, subcutaneous, rectal, vaginal, otic, ophthalmic, and topical medications under RN supervision.
  • Documented patient observations, and participated in team handovers.

Clinical Placement (Aged-care Ward)

Bankstown-Lidecombe Hospital, NSW (120 Hours)
  • Participated in ISBAR handover and writing progress notes.
  • Assisted with daily care, mobility support, and monitoring of patient vital signs, and documented it.
  • Documented in EMR, participated in interdisciplinary handovers (ISOBAR), and discharge and admission planning.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia
Darlinghurst, NSW
12-2025

Certificate IV in Ageing Support -

Cube Institute
6/1 Akuna Drive North Victoria 3016
11-2022

High School Diploma in Biological Science -

Triton International College
Kathmandu, Nepal
12-2019

Skills

  • Time management and prioritization
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Leadership and delegation
  • Cultural competency and diversity awareness

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant in Nursing

Montefiore Nursing Home
11.2022 - Current

Clinical Placement-Mental Health Nursing

Cumberland Hospital, Riverview, NSW (80 Hours)

Clinical Placement- Peri-operative Nursing

Bankstown-Lidecombe Hospital, NSW (144 hours)

Clinical Placement- Rehabilation Ward

Westmead Hospital, NSW (184 Hours)

Cardiothoracic, Urology and Vascular Placement

St. George Hospital, NSW (144 hours)

Clinical Placement-Aged Care Ward(D11)

Campbelltown Hospital, NSW (200 Hours)

Clinical Placement (Aged-care Ward)

Bankstown-Lidecombe Hospital, NSW (120 Hours)

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Notre Dame Australia

Certificate IV in Ageing Support -

Cube Institute

High School Diploma in Biological Science -

Triton International College

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