KARINA SIDHU
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with a bachelor’s degree from Point Loma Nazarene University. I have an in- depth knowledge of congestive heart failure management, skilled in conducting comprehensive patient assessments to inform high- quality care. In depth knowledge of care for transplant recipients and donors. Recognized for exceptional communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and understanding in all care environments. A natural leader, trusted by peers for advice and guidance, I excel in managing high- stress situations with professionalism and composure to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Passionate about nursing, I am committed to delivering the highest standards of care with empathy and precision. I am also a Guardian Angel recipient and a recipient of the 2024 C.O.R.E Award recognized under the People Pillar. I am actively seeking an ICU position to further develop critical care expertise and contribute to a high- performance, collaborative team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse- RN 5 West
Sharp Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - Current
- Management of kidney, heart, and pancreas transplant recipients
- Management of kidney donors
- Management of recipients of LVADs
- Deliver rapid, EBP and interventions for high acuity transplant and LVAD patients
- Perform urgent assessments and initiate critical care protocols in response to changes in patient status
- Management of patients with a pacer, post heart transplant
- Proficiency in management of high risk cardiac patients
- Interdisciplinary communication with physician, surgeons, specialists, physical and occupational therapy, preoperative nurses, PACU nurse, cardiac catheter nurses, radiology, and transplant teams
- Proficient in managing various drips (i.e. heparin, insulin, amiodarone, dobutamine etc) and CVC, PICC and Port access
- Experienced in ACLS protocols, code protocols, and escalation of care
- Proficient in managing
- Respiratory patients
- Altered mental status
- Post ICU patients
- BiPAP
- Tracheostomy and ventilator dependent patients
Clinical Nurse- RN 5 East
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
11.2023 - 02.2025
- Management of congestive heart failure symptoms i.e. shortness of breath, swelling, fatigue, cough
- Management of patients on BiPAP
- Management of patients who are to receive pacemakers or cardiac catheters any patients who have cardiac related issues or needs
- Ultrasound guided peripheral IV placement
- Proficient in performing 12 lead EKG
- Interdisciplinary communication with physician, consulting physician, physical and occupational therapy, preoperative nurses, PACU nurse, cardiac catheter nurses
- Witness and completion of consents for various procedures with both patient and physician
- Also managing patients of various ailments including but not limited to: respiratory patients, altered mental status, post ICU patients
Clinical Nurse
Sharp SRN Float Pool NA
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked as a nursing assistant at 4 different Sharp locations; Sharp Memorial, Sharp Grossmont, Sharp Chula Vista, and Sharp Coronado
- Collaborating with the inter-professional team to deliver quality care to patients while under the direct supervision of an RN
Preceptorship
Sharp Grossmont Orthopedic PCU
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Precept under an experienced nurse caring for patients who are post surgical
- Assisted with IV placement, lab draws, organization of patient information, EKG, and med pass
- Engaged with patients from different backgrounds and fostering an environment of effective care
- Became proficient in pain management and aiding patient with limited mobility and concerns related to the spine
Preceptorship
Scripps Memorial ED
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Precept with an experienced nurse in a level 1 trauma hospital
- Assisted with IV placement, lab draws, splints, organization of patient information, transport, EKG, and med pass
- Engaged with patients from different backgrounds and fostering an environment of effective care
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA05.2023
Skills
Soft Skills:
- Strong interpersonal skills, empathetic, working as a team member towards a common goal
- Passionate about learning; dedicated and motivated ;positive behavior and attitude
- Excellent bedside manners
- Culturally competent and sensitive, can incorporate cultural knowledge into care
- Quick thinking, problem solving, and analysis as a strength
Hard Skills:
- Proficient in EPIC EMR
- Proficient in Cerner EMR
- Proficient in conversational Hindi, Punjabi, and Spanish
- Ultrasound guided peripheral IV placement
- Familiarity with medical devices (EKG, infusion pumps, telemetry, BiPAP, trach/vent)
- Thorough understanding of patient safety and infection control
- BLS certified
- ACLS certified
- NIHSS certified
- Intake and discharge
- End-of-life care
Accomplishments
- 2024 C.O.R.E Award for the People Pillar
- Guardian Angel
Certification
- RN License: California
- BLS Certification, American Heart Association, 2022
- ACLS Certification, American Heart Association, 2023
- ACLS Certification, RQI, American Heart Association,2023
- NIHSS, American Heart Association, 2023
- Safe Patient Mobilization, Sharp, 2025
Languages
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Urdu
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Clinical Nurse- RN 5 West
Sharp Memorial Hospital
02.2025 - Current
Clinical Nurse- RN 5 East
Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
11.2023 - 02.2025
Clinical Nurse
Sharp SRN Float Pool NA
09.2022 - 07.2023
Preceptorship
Sharp Grossmont Orthopedic PCU
09.2022 - 11.2022
Preceptorship
Scripps Memorial ED
05.2022 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Point Loma Nazarene University