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)

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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)

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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

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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

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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

Volunteer Nurse

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Lumbini Zonal Hospital ( Government of nepal)

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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

Nepal
Certification Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)

Vijay School of Nursing

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Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad , India

Siddharth Institute of Medical Technology

Palpa, Nepal
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Diploma Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (ANM)

New Life Boarding School

Nawalparasi, Nepal
School Leaving Certificate (S.L.C.) General Education

Languages

English

Nepali

Hindi

Certificates

Family Planning Supervision

USAID

Safe Abortion Service (SAS)

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.