Karuna Shrestha
Summary
Registered nurse with ICU experience and a strong focus on exceptional patient care. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with nursing practices to enhance care delivery. Recognized for a calm, empathetic approach that fosters trust and comfort in patient interactions. Dedicated to building positive relationships with patients, families, and healthcare teams while prioritizing high-quality care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Microbiologist I
Analytical Food Laboratories, Dallas
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Performed microbial analysis on food samples to identify pathogens and ensure safety for consumption.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to refine testing protocols and boost laboratory efficiency.
- Executed aerobic and anaerobic micro testing using petri films and direct plating methods.
Volunteer Healthcare Assistant
Red Cross Society, Kathmandu, Nepal
04.2015 - 02.2016
- Delivered basic first aid for minor injuries, including cuts and burns.
- Assisted individuals experiencing faintness until professional medical personnel arrived.
- Monitored festival-goers for signs of heat exhaustion and dehydration.
- Provided immediate care for dehydration cases during events.
Volunteer ICU Nurse
Nepal Police Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
04.2016 - 09.2016
- Administered medications following hospital protocols and patient care standards.
- Monitored vital signs continuously, assisted in critical care by performing CPR, and supporting life-saving interventions for ICU patients under nursing supervision.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infections.
- Documented patient care activities meticulously, ensuring clinical accuracy and compliance.
FSQA Coordinator
Taylor Farms, Dallas
07.2023 - 06.2025
- Monitored product quality and ensured compliance with safety regulations, emphasizing attention to detail in clinical documentation.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and adherence to standard operating procedures.
- Organized training sessions to boost operational efficiency and facilitate knowledge sharing.
- Monitored performance metrics and reported findings to management for strategic planning.
Education
Bachelor's in Environment Health Science
East Central University
Ada, OK01-2022
Associate in Liberal Arts and Science
North Lake College
Irving, TX01-2019
Skills
- Basic life support (BLS) certification
- Medication administration (oral, IV, injections)
- Monitor Vital signs
- Wound care and dressing changes
- Documentation and reporting
- Infection control and safety compliance
- HACCP and GMP training
- Vital signs monitoring
- Regulatory compliance
Timeline
FSQA Coordinator
Taylor Farms, Dallas
07.2023 - 06.2025
Microbiologist I
Analytical Food Laboratories, Dallas
04.2023 - 07.2025
Volunteer ICU Nurse
Nepal Police Hospital, Kathmandu, Nepal
04.2016 - 09.2016
Volunteer Healthcare Assistant
Red Cross Society, Kathmandu, Nepal
04.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor's in Environment Health Science
East Central University
Associate in Liberal Arts and Science
North Lake College