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Education
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Accomplishments
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Shilpa Gupta Baniya

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Seeking a challenging and rewarding opportunity as a Clinical Guide for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) with Alberta Health Services, where I can utilize my extensive nursing experience and leadership skills to support the clinical transition of newly hired IENs in rural North, Central, and South Zones.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Health Care Aid

Qualicare
Edmonton, AB
11.2023 - Current
  • Assisted in the implementation of care plans for individual patients under the direction of a registered nurse or physician.
  • Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, temperature and respiration rate.
  • Administered medication and treatments as prescribed by medical staff.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient's condition including physical and emotional well-being.
  • Reported any changes or concerns to supervising nurse or physician promptly.
  • Communicated effectively with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare professionals.
  • Provided emotional support to those requiring end-of-life care.

Registered Nurse In Charge

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
Bharatpur, Nepal
07.2021 - 11.2023
  • Provide comprehensive nursing care to patients.
  • Assess patient conditions, develop and implement care plans, and evaluate patient responses to treatments and interventions.
  • Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure holistic patient care.
  • Serve as a preceptor and mentor to nursing students and new hires, providing guidance and support.
  • Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives and continuing education opportunities.

Registered Nurse In Charge - Intensive Care Unit

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
Bharatpur, Nepal
01.2020 - 07.2021
  • Monitored and assessed critically ill patients in the Intensive Care Unit, applying a comprehensive understanding of ICU protocols to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Performed various procedures including IV medication administration, cannulation, extubating, N.G tube insertion, enema, catheterization, gastric lavage, demonstrating proficiency in critical care nursing skills.
  • Operated and monitored medical equipment such as ECG machine, suction machine, syringe pump, pulse oximeter, and oxygen suppliers, ensuring accurate and timely intervention.
  • Documented patient progress, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records, maintaining accurate and up-to-date patient records.
  • Performed sample collection such as urine, stool, blood, and sputum from patients for laboratory investigations, contributing to the diagnostic and treatment process.
  • Managed ICU resources, including equipment, supplies, and medications, to ensure adequate availability and utilization for patient care.

Registered Nurse - Postoperative Ward

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
Bharatpur, Nepal
07.2019 - 01.2020
  • Monitored and assessed patients recovering from anesthesia, ensuring timely and effective post-operative care
  • Managed pain and comfort levels, collaborating with anesthesia providers to address patient needs
  • Provided emotional support and education to patients and their families regarding post-operative care and recovery
  • Collaborated with surgical teams and healthcare professionals to ensure seamless transitions from surgery to recovery
  • Documented patient progress, interventions, and outcomes in electronic medical records.

Registered Nurse - Antenatal and Postnatal Ward

Lumbini Provincial Hospital
Butwal, Nepal
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Provided professional nursing care to pregnant, laboring, and postpartum mothers as well as newborns.
  • Counseled and prepared mothers for labor, childbirth, and postpartum and managed through timely intervention in case of emergency.
  • Provided health teaching on family planning, antenatal care checkup, obstetric and newborn care, postnatal care, STD/HIV/AIDS control.
  • Monitored uterine contractions and fetal heart rate frequency during labor and delivery.
  • Provided comfort and pain relief measures, monitored client's vital signs, and prevented complications during and after birth.
  • Assessed and monitored new mothers after delivery to ensure proper recovery and healing.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences
Nepal
04.2018

Intermediate in Science, Biology -

Sakura Memorial College
04.2013

Skills

  • Clinical skills
  • Nursing Leadership & management
  • Staff supervision
  • Health assessments
  • Daily reports management
  • Basic computer knowledge
  • Critical thinking and Problem solving
  • Excellent communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Compassionate Patient care

Accomplishments

  • Registered Nurse licensure with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA)
  • Basic Cardiac Life Support - Health Care Provider (BCLS-HCP)
  • CRNA Medication Management (Chapters 1-4)
  • NextGenU Health Assessment Resources Certification
  • Worked as Volunteer, coordinator, participant, and project manager in various club activities like free health camps, awareness programmes and professional development projects.
  • Conducted a research project on the topic "Knowledge and Practice Regarding Proper Body Mechanics Among Nurses Working in a Tertiary Hospital".

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Health Care Aid

Qualicare
11.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse In Charge

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
07.2021 - 11.2023

Registered Nurse In Charge - Intensive Care Unit

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
01.2020 - 07.2021

Registered Nurse - Postoperative Ward

B.P Koirala Memorial Cancer Hospital
07.2019 - 01.2020

Registered Nurse - Antenatal and Postnatal Ward

Lumbini Provincial Hospital
01.2019 - 06.2019

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

B.P. Koirala Institute of Health Sciences

Intermediate in Science, Biology -

Sakura Memorial College
Shilpa Gupta Baniya