Paribhasa Adhikari
Louisville,KY
Summary
High-performing Neuro ICU Registered Nurse with advanced neurological training and strong clinical judgment in high-acuity settings. Recognized for leadership, adaptability in short-staffed environments, and a consistently positive team-focused attitude. Active Magnet Engagement Team member contributing to quality improvement and nursing excellence initiatives. Aspiring Family Nurse Practitioner committed to preventative care, chronic disease management, and improving community health outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Paribhasa Adhikari, BSN, RN
Louisville, USA
02.2024 - Current
- Deliver specialized care to patients with traumatic brain injury, cerebrovascular incidents, status epilepticus, spinal cord injuries, and post-neurosurgical conditions.
- Perform advanced neurological assessments, including Glasgow-Coma Scale (GCS) trending, NIH evaluations, cranial nerve evaluation, and Intracranial pressure monitoring.
- Manage external ventricular drains (EVDs), ventriculostomy systems, continuous EEG monitoring, and invasive hemodynamic devices.
- Rapidly recognize patient deterioration and initiate timely interventions.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including neurosurgery, neurology, respiratory therapy, and rehabilitation services.
- Deliver complex critical care while facilitating patient- and family-centered decision-making through education, advocacy, and clinical expertise.
- Manage 1:2 high-acuity patient assignments; safely manage 1:3 ratios during short-staffed shifts while maintaining quality of care.
Pharmacy Technician
01.2015 - 12.2019
- Established foundational knowledge in pharmacology, implemented medication safety practices, and managed insurance claim processing.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
Louisville, KY12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY12-2020
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Task prioritization
- Adaptable and flexible
- Reliability and professionalism
- Critical thinking
- Proficient in EPIC
Leadership And Professional Development
- Completed 6-month Certified Neuroscience Registered Nurse (CNRN) preparatory program.
- Active Member, Hospital Magnet Engagement Team supporting shared governance, nurse retention initiatives, and high-quality metrics.
- Participate in continuing education focused on neurological critical care and evidence-based practice implementation.
Timeline
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Paribhasa Adhikari, BSN, RN
02.2024 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
01.2015 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Galen College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science - Health Promotion
University of Kentucky