Sumita Gurung
Edgeworth ,New South Wales
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse working in aged care. Proficient in delivering high-quality patient care, managing care plans, and leading healthcare teams. Strong advocate for patient-centered care with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Committed to improving the quality of life for elderly patients through evidence-based practices and empathy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
HammondCare Residential Aged Care
NSW
10.2022 - Current
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Chronic Disease management, Diabetes management, Catheter Management
- Stoma care, Palliative care, wound care.
- Supervising and supporting personal care workers.
- Working with medical and allied health professionals and resident’s family members to advocate family members quality life.
- Dementia and Alzheimer’s Care
- Care plan development and management
Registered Nurse
Miranda Medical Centre
01.2022 - 08.2022
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
Assistant in Nursing
Pathways Cronulla Pines
01.2020 - 03.2021
- Regularly assist and support all staff and function in a team to provide care to residents
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Apply practical intervention procedures for dementia or behavioural problems
- Worked in dementia unit focusing on care and needs of people with dementia
- Assist with rehabilitation exercises and basic treatment and medications
- Delivered nursing-related services under supervision of Registered Nurse
- Reviewed dietary restrictions, food allergies and preferences to implement appropriate diet.
- Charted daily information such as mood changes, mobility activity, eating percentages and daily inputs and outputs.
Personal Care Worker
Reliant Health Care
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted patients with daily personal hygiene.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Engaged with patients and families to provide emotional support and daily living instruction.
- Recorded patient temperature, pulse and blood pressure to monitor health and well-being.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
01.2020
High School Diploma - Nursing
Tribhuvan University, Institute of Medicine
01.2013
Skills
- Punctual and honest
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Experience in team leading
- Hardworking and Passionate
- Comprehensive Patient Assessment
- Patient and Family Education
- Infection Control
- Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Health Monitoring and Documentation
- Emergency Response and First Aid
Certification
- Registered Nurse, AHPRA - 2022
- First Aid and CPR certificate- 2024
- NDIS worker screening check
- Working with children check
References
Available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
HammondCare Residential Aged Care
10.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Miranda Medical Centre
01.2022 - 08.2022
Assistant in Nursing
Pathways Cronulla Pines
01.2020 - 03.2021
Personal Care Worker
Reliant Health Care
03.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of Wollongong
High School Diploma - Nursing
Tribhuvan University, Institute of Medicine