Sonika Thapa
Herndon,VA
Summary
Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Stone Springs Hospital Center’s
Loudon, VA
01.2024 - Current
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Facilitated communication between members of the healthcare team by attending interdisciplinary meetings.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bir Hospital
Kathmandu
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Maintained a safe environment for both staff and patients through adherence to safety protocols.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment options and disease prevention.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
National Cardiac Center
Kathmandu
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Supported families during times of illness or injury by providing emotional support and assistance with decision making processes.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Actively participated in professional organizations related to nursing practice.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Assisted physician with examinations, tests and procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Norvic International Hospital
Kathmandu
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Ensured that all documentation was accurate and up-to-date according to established guidelines.
- Performed physical assessments to identify any changes in the patient's condition or needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent requests from physicians or nurses.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives in order to improve patient outcomes.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss best practices related to critical care management.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives designed to improve outcomes for critically ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norvic Institute of Nursing Education
Kathmandu 07-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Norvic Institute of Nursing Education
Kathmandu 08-2016
Skills
- Direct nursing care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Patient rights advocacy
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Telemetry and Advanced Cardiac Care
- Compassionate Care
- Care plan implementation
- Discharge coordination
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Surgical care
Certification
Nursing License
- Nepal Registered Nurse License :2016, License number :34870
- Registered Nurse, Texas Board of Nursing 2023,License number : 1134667
- Registered Nurse, Virginia Board of Nursing 2023,License number : 0001325184
Training and Certificates
- Basic life support
- Comprehensive Critical Care Training, Norvic International Hospital, 3 month course March 2016 to June 2016
- 3 days RN training course in Critical care Nursing skills by CCNEPal: 2017
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Stone Springs Hospital Center’s
01.2024 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Bir Hospital
06.2021 - 02.2022
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
National Cardiac Center
01.2018 - 01.2021
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Norvic International Hospital
06.2016 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Norvic Institute of Nursing Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Norvic Institute of Nursing Education