RAHEL BAHRU
Escondido
Summary
Results-oriented nursing education leader with expertise in advancing clinical skills and boosting organizational effectiveness. Known for high productivity and operational efficiency through evidence-based teaching methods. Fosters positive learner outcomes and strengthens workforce readiness in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator
University of California San Diego
01.2020 - Current
- Provide education and training for new hire RNs and existing clinical staff
- Develop curriculum to meet education and regulatory requirements
- Utilize evidence-based practice principles for nursing guidelines and policy development
- Coordinated with healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans for complex cardiac patients, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Provide expert clinical consultation for multidisciplinary teams
- Mentored staff nurses in clinical ladder advancement and professional development, fostering career growth and improving nursing competencies.
- Executed new procedures and integrated equipment to improve operational efficiency.
- Member and Co-chair of UC Sand Diego Health Central line associated blood stream infection (CLABSI) taskforce
- Reviewed CLABSI root cause analysis data with the infection prevention team to reduce hospital-acquired infections.
- Ex-member of UC San Diego Health STEMI Committee and collaborated with multidisciplinary team to improve door to balloon time.
- Assisted with Cath lab staff education during the transition period of a new hospital acquisition.
Registered nurse in Cardiac catheterization lab
Scripps Health
07.2017 - 01.2020
- Cared for patients undergoing diagnostic and interventional cardiac catheterization and structural heart procedures such as TAVR, mitral clip, TMVR, watchman, and PFO/ASD closure.
- Administered moderate sedation and emergency medications.
- Provided patient education, assessment, and monitoring.
- Led performance improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality.
- Represented Cath lab on nursing practice council, contributing to policy development and best practices.
- Served as a nursing resource for the team and preceptor for newly hired nurses.
- Co-chaired and participated in Scripps La Jolla nursing peer review committee, promoting nursing excellence and collaborative feedback.
Registered Nurse in Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Palomar Medical Center
Escondido
03.2017 - 07.2017
- Assessed and planned individualized health care for cardiac patients, ensuring tailored interventions to meet specific needs.
- Monitored patient telemetry to detect and analyze various arrhythmias.
- Implemented and evaluated nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices.
- Educated cardiac patients and families on care plans and self-management strategies during hospitalization and at discharge.
- Provided patient-centered and compassionate care to critical patients and their families.
Critical Care Registered Nurse in Critical Care Unit
Maine General Medical Center
Augusta
09.2016 - 01.2017
- Implemented and evaluated nursing interventions to stabilize critically ill patients
- Assessed health and physical condition of critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, including administration of IV medications.
- Provided patient-centered, compassionate care to critically ill patients and their families
- Educated families about patient condition and provided support.
Registered Nurse in step-down unit (SDU)/ Cardiac surgery
Jewish General Hospital
Montreal
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Assessed health and physical condition of cardiac surgery patients to inform care plans.
- Implemented and evaluated nursing interventions to enhance patient recovery and well-being.
- Read and identified various arrhythmias on patients' telemetry monitors.
- Educated cardiac surgery patients and families on post-operative care and recovery strategies.
- Delivered patient-centered and compassionate care to critical patients and their families.
- Served as charge nurse and preceptor for students and newly hired nurses.
Registered Nurse in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Jewish General Hospital
Montreal
04.2013 - 09.2016
- Evaluated and developed plans for critically ill patients.
- Executed and assessed nursing interventions, enhancing patient outcomes for critically ill patients.
- Assisted physicians with procedures and managed IV medication administration, including cardioversion, transesophageal echocardiogram, pericardiocentesis, and central line insertion, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
- Delivered compassionate, patient-focused care, supporting critical patients and their families during challenging situations.
- Interpreted and analyzed cardiac monitor parameters.
- Served as charge nurse and preceptor to students and new nursing staff.
Registered Nurse in Acute Cardiac Medicine Department
Jewish General Hospital
Montreal
01.2012 - 09.2016
- Read and identified various arrhythmias from patient telemetry to ensure timely care.
- Performed health assessments and developed tailored care plans for cardiac patients to enhance treatment outcomes.
- Implemented and evaluated nursing interventions to improve patient care.
- Educated cardiac patients and families on effective care strategies during hospitalization and post-discharge for improved recovery.
- Provided patient-centered and compassionate care to critically ill patients and families, ensuring emotional support and comfort.
- Conducted orientation classes on cardiac disease for newly hired nurses in the unit.
- Served as charge nurse and preceptor, mentoring students and newly hired nurses.
Teaching Assistance of BScN student
McGill University
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Demonstrated health and physical assessment of adults to BScN nursing student
- Guided students in clinical lab to enhance practical skills and facilitate knowledge application.
- Evaluated lab assignments and final exam write-up to measure student understanding and academic performance.
- Monitored OSCE exams to ensure adherence to protocols and support students during assessments.
Clinical instructor
McGill University
06.2015 - 06.2015
- Supervised nursing students in clinical setting to enhance clinical skills and patient care understanding
- Evaluated nursing care plans and provided constructive feedback to improve student learning outcomes.
- Delivered engaging lectures on clinical practice to diverse student groups.
- Developed comprehensive curriculum materials for clinical instruction and assessment.
- Facilitated hands-on training sessions in clinical skills for nursing students.
Registered nurse at CLSC Rene-Cassin (walk-in clinic)
SOS infirmiere(e)
11.2011 - 12.2012
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments and crafted individualized care plans for community clients, addressing specific health needs.
- Executed nursing interventions and evaluated their effectiveness to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Implemented health promotion strategies that enhanced well-being and reduced illness incidence in community clients.
Registered Nurse in Post-Partum Unit
Jewish General Hospital
Montreal
07.2009 - 12.2012
- Assessed and planned comprehensive care for mothers and newborns in postpartum unit, ensuring optimal recovery and transition.
- Implemented and evaluated evidence-based nursing practices to enhance patient outcomes.
- Educated mothers and families on post-delivery care and recovery strategies before discharge.
- Delivered compassionate care to patients and their families in a supportive environment.
- Engaged in preceptorship role to mentor and guide new nursing staff.
Nursing student
Nova Montreal
Montreal
06.2007 - 05.2009
- Provided palliative care for patients and families in home settings, promoting comfort and improving quality of life.
- Assisted patients with daily activities and personal care tasks.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses closely.
Education
Master of Applied Science - Clinical Nurse Specialist
McGill University
Montreal, QC, Canada05-2016
Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor of Nursing (Integrated)
McGill University
Montreal, QC, Canada05-2011
Diploma - Nursing
Dawson College
Montreal, QC, Canada05-2009
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Critical care education
- Clinical consultation
- Simulation training
- Evidence-based practice
- Infection prevention
- Quality improvement
- Regulatory compliance
- Patient safety
- Team collaboration
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Staff development
- Leadership and mentoring
- Task prioritization
References
Available Upon Request
Volunteer Experience
- Heart Attack Ethiopia, Chair, California State – Global Humanitarian Cardiovascular Initiative, 2024-Present, Lead state-level efforts to advance cardiovascular care access for underserved populations in Ethiopia through community outreach, advocacy, awareness campaigns, and fundraising initiatives, Volunteer clinical knowledge and expertise to strengthen cardiac care education and support healthcare advancement efforts in Ethiopia
- The Heart Magazine, McGill University, Montréal, Magazine editor, 2012-2016, Contribute to the McGill School of Nursing community by providing its members with an opportunity to communicate their interests, achievements, and concerns to each other, and to other interested persons
- Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, Toronto, 2012, Create awareness for prevention of Atrial Fibrillation disease
- Jewish General Hospital, Montreal, 08/11-03/14, Participate in preparing and helping the Nursing Educator and Clinical Nurse specialists with OIIQ exam preparation (Theory and OSCE) for new JGH hired nurses
- Dawson College, Montreal, 05/07-2012, OSCE Actress, Acted as a patient during the final OSCE exam for 1st year to 3rd year nursing students
Awards
- Quality Improvement Podium Presentation, 2025
- Quality Improvement Podium Presentation, 2024
- Professional Development Poster Presentation, 2023
- Qualitative Research poster presentation on Hemodialysis patients, 2019
- Qualitative Research poster presentation on Hemodialysis patients, 2015
- Jewish General Hospital-TD bank for nursing excellence, 2012-2014, Received financial scholarship award 3 consecutive years
- Quebec Black Medical Association, 2008, Received Monetary scholarship award
- Book Award, 2008/2009, Received Book award from Dawson School of Nursing
Languages
English
Professional
French
Limited
Amharic
Native/ Bilingual
Accomplishments
- UCSD Nurse of the Year-Exemplary Professional Practice, 2023
Certification
- CPHQ
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator
University of California San Diego
01.2020 - Current
Registered nurse in Cardiac catheterization lab
Scripps Health
07.2017 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse in Cardiac Progressive Care Unit
Palomar Medical Center
03.2017 - 07.2017
Critical Care Registered Nurse in Critical Care Unit
Maine General Medical Center
09.2016 - 01.2017
Registered Nurse in step-down unit (SDU)/ Cardiac surgery
Jewish General Hospital
07.2015 - 09.2016
Clinical instructor
McGill University
06.2015 - 06.2015
Teaching Assistance of BScN student
McGill University
01.2015 - 05.2016
Registered Nurse in Coronary Care Unit (CCU)
Jewish General Hospital
04.2013 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse in Acute Cardiac Medicine Department
Jewish General Hospital
01.2012 - 09.2016
Registered nurse at CLSC Rene-Cassin (walk-in clinic)
SOS infirmiere(e)
11.2011 - 12.2012
Registered Nurse in Post-Partum Unit
Jewish General Hospital
07.2009 - 12.2012
Nursing student
Nova Montreal
06.2007 - 05.2009
Master of Applied Science - Clinical Nurse Specialist
McGill University
Bachelor's Degree - Bachelor of Nursing (Integrated)
McGill University
Diploma - Nursing
Dawson College