Rhythm Adhikari
raleigh,North Carolina
Summary
Proven Registered Nurse with a track record of delivering high-quality patient care and achieving departmental goals. At Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis, I spearheaded initiatives that enhanced patient education and compliance, utilizing skills in IV management and bilingual communication (English and Nepali). Excelled in mentoring new RNs, demonstrating exceptional nursing staff leadership and patient advocacy.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
Raleigh, NC
09.2024 - Current
- Communicated effectively with other departments regarding stock levels and availability.
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Registered Nurse
INOVA
Alexandria, VA
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Registered Nurse
INOVA
Falls Church, VA
05.2022 - 10.2023
- Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
Alexandria, VA
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Responded quickly in emergency situations by providing appropriate first aid measures.
- Educated patients on basic health-related topics such as nutrition, hygiene habits.
- Provided direct patient care and assistance to healthcare team members.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded appropriately to requests from patients, families, staff members.
- Notified senior staff of patient emergencies to optimize outcomes.
- Assisted in preparing patients for examinations and treatments, including vital signs monitoring.
- Restocked unit frequently with necessary medical supplies.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Administered prescribed medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Transported patients to other areas of hospital in wheelchairs and gurneys for tests, treatments and therapies.
Registered Nurse
Chitwan Medical College
Chitwan, Bagmati
05.2013 - 08.2016
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
PCBSN - Nursing
Rajiv Gandi University
India09-2018
PCL - Nursing
BALKUMARI COLLEGE
NEPAL10-2012
Skills
- Chart updating
- IV management
- Precepting
- Ventilator support
- Medical assessment
- Nursing staff leadership
- Lab result interpretation
- Discharge coordination
- Vaccine administration
- Health screening
- Postpartum care
- Emergency procedures
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Newborn care
- Direct nursing care
- Bi-lingual in english and Nepali
- Patient discharging
Languages
English
Professional
Nepali
Professional
Hindi
Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care Dialysis
09.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
INOVA
11.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
INOVA
05.2022 - 10.2023
Patient Care Technician
DaVita Dialysis Corporation
06.2021 - 04.2022
Registered Nurse
Chitwan Medical College
05.2013 - 08.2016
PCBSN - Nursing
Rajiv Gandi University
PCL - Nursing
BALKUMARI COLLEGE
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