Supriya Rijal
St Louis
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring, medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical RN
Barnes Jewish Hospital Neuro Medicine 11400
Saint Louis
07.2024 - Current
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Managed complex cases involving multiple diagnoses or treatments.
- Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
- Educated patients on health maintenance, disease prevention, and treatment options.
- Developed individualized care plans for each patient based on assessment data.
- Provided direct care to patients in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Performed diagnostic tests including vital signs monitoring and phlebotomy.
- Promoted health maintenance through health education programs for individuals and groups.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnoses or treatments.
RN, Neuro ICU
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
Saint Louis
08.2022 - 07.2024
- Assessed patient neurological status and monitored vital signs.
- Performed bedside procedures including arterial blood gas draws, chest tube insertion and removal, and central line dressing changes.
- Evaluated response to interventions and adjusted plan of care accordingly.
- Performed ongoing critical thinking skills when assessing changes in a patient's condition or responding to emergent situations.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to neuro ICU nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members affected by their loved one's illness or injury.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
- Measured cerebrospinal fluid pressure to help treat hydrocephalus.
- Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
RN, Medical-Surgical
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
Saint Louis
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patient vital signs.
- Performed wound care treatments such as dressing changes and debridement.
- Provided direct patient care according to established standards and procedures.
- Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medication regimens, lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Served as a preceptor to new staff nurses in the medical-surgical unit.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, staff members, physicians regarding treatment plans or progress updates.
- Managed acute pain through use of pharmacological agents per physician orders.
RN, Critical Care
TUTH
Kathmandu
12.2017 - 04.2021
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- 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.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences
Kathmandu12.2016
Skills
- Evidence-Based Practices
- Documentation and Reporting
- Emergency Interventions
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Adaptable and Flexible
Education and Training
other
Certification
- NIH certified
- ACLS/BLS certified
- SCRN
Timeline
Clinical RN
Barnes Jewish Hospital Neuro Medicine 11400
07.2024 - Current
RN, Neuro ICU
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
08.2022 - 07.2024
RN, Medical-Surgical
SSM Saint Louis University Hospital
07.2021 - 08.2022
RN, Critical Care
TUTH
12.2017 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Nepalese Army Institute of Health Sciences