Riju Kafle
Lexington,KY
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse, specializing in medical-surgical care and elderly support. Excelled in compassionate care, clinical judgment, and infection control, enhancing patient outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in intravenous therapy and fostering patient relationships, contributing to a positive healthcare environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Health Lexington
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed,IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Elderly Caregiver
Lifeline Hospital
05.2010 - 01.2015
- Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
- Provided emotional support to seniors, fostering positive relationships and enhancing their overall mental health.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, providing first aid treatment when necessary and alerting medical personnel if required.
- Assisted with personal hygiene tasks such as bathing, grooming, dressing, feeding, toileting giving attention to detail.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
Lexington, KY05-2023
Skills
- Intravenous therapy
- Compassionate care
- Clinical judgment
- Medication and IV administration
- Critical thinking
- Direct patient care
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Post-operative care
- Assessments
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
Certification
ACLS
Daisy award nominee
Have been nominated for daisy award multiple times for providing compassionate patient care.
Languages
Nepali
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baptist Health Lexington
07.2023 - 10.2024
Elderly Caregiver
Lifeline Hospital
05.2010 - 01.2015
ACLS
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Bluegrass Community And Technical College
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