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Raksha Thapa

Lalitpur,Nepal

Summary

Compassionate and skilled Staff Nurse with extensive experience in critical care at Patan Hospital. Proficient in ventilator management and EKG interpretation, I excel in delivering patient-centered care while effectively educating families. Recognized for rapid response in emergencies and fostering a respectful environment that honors diverse cultural needs.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse, NeuroSurgical ICU

Patan Academy Of Health Science / Patan Hospital
01.2023 - Current
  • Performed complete physical assessments on patients with various neurological problems as well as other medical conditions.
  • Provided direct bedside care of patients suffering from Intracranial Hemorrhage, Brain Traumas and various neurological surgeries.
  • Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
  • Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
  • Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps, syringe pumps, suction following manufactures' guidelines.
  • Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
  • Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.


Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Hospital For Advance Medical And Surgery
07.2022 - 01.2023
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Norvic Institute Of Nursing Education
Maharajgunj, Kathmandu, Nepal
12.2021

Skills

  • Critical Care Nursing
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Chest Tubes
  • Ventilator Management
  • Seizure Disorders
  • Pain Management Techniques
  • Withdrawal Symptoms
  • Interpreting EKGs
  • Medication Side Effect Knowledge
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection

Certification

  • RN License - Nepal (Issued 03/27/2022-Current)
  • RN License- United States of America (Issued 08/08/2023- Current)

Languages

- Nepali

- English

- Hindi

Timeline

Staff Nurse, NeuroSurgical ICU

Patan Academy Of Health Science / Patan Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Hospital For Advance Medical And Surgery
07.2022 - 01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Norvic Institute Of Nursing Education