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Rekha Bhandari

Registered Nurse
Glendale,AZ

Summary

Knowledgeable and proactive ICU Registered Nurse with proven skills in coordinating and implementing treatment plans. Handles needs of patients with common presentations and complex cases, including responding expertly to diverse emergencies. Calm and insightful during stressful situations.

Registered Nurse highly trained in intensive care procedures and patient treatments. Competent in ventilator support, wound care and assisted feeding. Equipped to handle needs of critically ill patients and skilled in training junior staff in care standards and safety protocols.

Developed critical thinking and patient care skills in high-pressure healthcare environment, looking to transition into new field. Proficient in assessing patient needs and implementing care plans, ensuring optimal patient outcomes. Capable of adapting to new challenges and contributing valuable expertise to diverse professional settings.

Experienced with critical patient care and emergency response in high-pressure environments. Utilizes patient assessment and monitoring to deliver optimal care. Knowledge of advanced life support and acute care protocols.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.


Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Nursing and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Beautician

PRANJ LLC
Glendale, AZ
05.2016 - Current
  • Maintained a clean, hygienic work environment to ensure client safety and comfort throughout treatments.
  • Kept work areas, tools, and equipment clean and properly sanitized to minimize disease transfer and health risk of shared environment.
  • Scheduled customer appointments and rearranged individual time slots to meet demand.

Student Nurse, RN

Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
Glendale, AZ
11.2024 - 12.2024
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.

Elderly Caregiver

Goodneighborhomeservices
03.2014 - 06.2020
  • Offered companionship and kindness to elderly patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Improved mobility for elderly individuals by assisting with exercises and physical therapy routines.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements for elderly clients while considering their preferences.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining a safe and clean living environment, promoting health and wellbeing.
  • Coordinated closely with family members on updates regarding their loved one''s condition while respecting privacy.

Nepali and Hindi Interpreter

International Rescue Committee, IRC
02.2013 - 02.2018
  • Provided oral interpretations for clients during special events, successfully maintaining pace with native speakers to deliver real-time comprehension.
  • Enhanced communication between clients and non-English speakers by providing accurate translations in real-time conversations.
  • Interpreted remotely through video conferencing or phone to facilitate communication between parties unable to meet in person.
  • Utilized active listening skills and cultural sensitivity to convey accurate interpretations.

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

St Joseph Hospital, India
02.2009 - 10.2009
  • Administered medications accurately and effectively, preventing adverse reactions through careful monitoring of drug interactions.
  • Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
  • Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
  • Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
  • Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
  • Supported needs of medically complex patients with skilled nursing care.

Education

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
Phoenix, AZ
08.2024 - 12.2024

Skills

Sterilization requirements

Safety and sanitation

Patient care

Emotional support

Medication administration

Patient support

Punctual and reliable

Team collaboration

Patient education

Direct patient care

Taking and recording vital signs

fluency in Nepali/Hindi

Nursing assessments

Patient assessments

Care plan implementation

Emergency response

Medical records management

Compassionate communication

Clinical judgment

Phlebotomy

Lab testing procedures

Discharge planning

Patient evaluation

Procedure assistance

Wound management

Physician collaboration

Bedside charting

Infection control standards

Mobility assistance

HIPAA guidelines

Verbal and written communication

Fluid monitoring

Catheter monitoring

Charting and documentation

First aid and CPR

Multitasking

Professionalism

Time management

Microsoft office

Organizational skills

Active listening

Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

Student Nurse, RN

Abrazo Arrowhead Hospital
11.2024 - 12.2024

Associate of Science - Registered Nurse

Maricopa Community Colleges, Gateway Community College
08.2024 - 12.2024

Beautician

PRANJ LLC
05.2016 - Current

Elderly Caregiver

Goodneighborhomeservices
03.2014 - 06.2020

Nepali and Hindi Interpreter

International Rescue Committee, IRC
02.2013 - 02.2018

Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

St Joseph Hospital, India
02.2009 - 10.2009
Rekha BhandariRegistered Nurse