TARA JOSHI, RN
Registered Nurse - Emergency ,Midwifery & Nephrology Specialist
Nawalparasi, NP.About
Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 13+ years of experience in high-pressure emergency, nephrology, Gynae, Labor department, safe abortion and community health settings across Nepal and India. Proven expertise in emergency care, dialysis patient management, and team leadership, adept at optimizing clinical workflows and enhancing patient outcomes. Seeking to leverage comprehensive skills and multicultural adaptability healthcare institution to drive operational efficiency and superior patient care.
Work
Marie Stopes International Nepal (Sunaulo Parivar Nepal)
|Reproductive Health Specialist
Nawalparasi, Nepal
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Summary
Currently serves as a Reproductive Health Specialist, providing comprehensive family planning and safe abortion services while conducting community outreach and ensuring data integrity.
Highlights
Performed safe and ethical Termination pregnancies in compliance with medical guidelines, ensuring patient safety and adherence to ethical standards.
Provided comprehensive family planning counseling, including contraceptive options and STI prevention, empowering patients with informed choices.
Collaborated with government health departments to expand access to family planning and safe abortion services, improving community health outcomes.
Maintained accurate patient records and documented interactions, ensuring data confidentiality and regulatory compliance.
Conducted community outreach programs, educating on reproductive health rights and services to enhance public awareness and access.
Crimson Hospital (Crimson College of Technology)
|Staff Nurse (Emergency Department)
Rupandehi, Nepal
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Summary
Managed critical care for 25+ ER patients per shift, led a team of 5, and significantly improved patient outcomes and team coordination.
Highlights
Managed 25+ patients per shift in the ER, delivering comprehensive care including trauma stabilization, wound management, and medication administration.
Reduced drug overdose rates by 8% through impactful community education programs focused on overdose prevention.
Mentored 7 new nurses on ER protocols, documentation, and patient communication, enhancing team capabilities.
Led a team of 3 Registered Nurses and 2 nursing aides, significantly improving shift coordination and patient handovers.
Pioneered patient-centered communication strategies for vulnerable groups, enhancing care compliance and improving patient outcomes.
Namuna Integrated Development Council
|Field Supervisor (Community Health)
Nepal
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Summary
Supervised community health initiatives, coordinating awareness campaigns across 75+ health posts and managing crucial data reporting for donor agencies.
Highlights
Coordinated FP/HIV/STI awareness campaigns across 15+ health posts, training over 100 Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs).
Managed monthly data reporting for government health offices and donor agencies (USAID), ensuring accurate program oversight.
Arun Kidney Center
|Staff Nurse (Nephrology & Dialysis Unit)
Vijayawada, India
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Summary
Provided specialized care to over 2,000 dialysis patients, streamlined administrative processes, and ensured 100% HIPAA compliance. Provide Comprehensive care plan for Kidney Transplant Patients.
Highlights
Managed over 2,000 dialysis patients, developing personalized care plans and achieving an 82% on-time discharge rate.
Streamlined nurse-patient continuity processes, cutting administrative tasks by 11% and improving workflow efficiency.
Accelerated patient intake by 20 minutes through the implementation of optimized documentation systems.
Ensured 100% HIPAA compliance while managing patient insurance and legal inquiries, maintaining data integrity.
Specialized in adolescent care, prioritizing cultural sensitivity for over 5,000 young patients, enhancing patient trust and comfort.
Volunteer
Lumbini Zonal Hospital ( Government of nepal)
|Volunteer Nurse
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Summary
1. Provided essential support services across multiple critical hospital departments including the central Sterile Service Department (CSSD),Pediatric ward, Gynecology and labor department, Surgical ward, Medical ward and Orthopedic department 2. Assisted in the Central Sterile Service Department (CSSD )with instrument processing and sterilization workflow. 3. Supported daily operation in the Emergency Room (ER), including: • Patient mobility assistance ( transferring, positioning ,ambulation). • Managing and restocking medical supplies and inventory. • Performing Various administrative tasks to ensure efficient ER functioning
Highlights
Supported Emergency Room operations by assisting with patient mobility, managing medical inventory, and performing administrative tasks to ensure efficient patient flow.
Education
Council for Technical Education & Vocational Training
Certification
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)
Vijay School of Nursing
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Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad , India
Siddharth Institute of Medical Technology
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Diploma
Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)
New Life Boarding School
School Leaving Certificate (S.L.C.)
General Education
Languages
English
Nepali
Hindi
Certificates
Family Planning Supervision
Issued By
USAID
Safe Abortion Service (SAS)
Issued By
Government of Nepal
Skills
Clinical Skills
ER/Trauma Care, Dialysis Management, Medication Administration, Wound Care, Patient Stabilization, Patient Advocacy, Infection Control Protocols.
Technical Skills
EHR Systems, Vital Signs Monitoring, Catheter/Tube Management, Microsoft Office, Optimized Documentation Systems, Data Reporting.
Leadership & Collaboration
Multidisciplinary Team Leadership, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Training & Mentorship, Shift Coordination, Patient Handovers.
Community Health & Compliance
Community Outreach Programs, Family Planning Counseling, STI Prevention, HIPAA Compliance, Cultural Sensitivity, Reproductive Health Rights, Awareness Campaigns.