Poonam Karki

Healthcare Professional

P.C.L. Nurse | Bachelor of Nursing Student | 6+ Years Clinical Experience

Qualified and compassionate nurse with extensive experience in ICU, community health, and school healthcare. Dedicated to delivering person-centered care and advancing health education. Now based in Hamilton, New Zealand, I'm pursuing my Bachelor of Nursing at Wintec while available for healthcare assistant and caregiver roles.

Quick Info

Location

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand

Current Status

Bachelor of Nursing Student at Wintec (Feb 2026)

Professional Links

Professional Experience

School Health Nurse

Shree Balmandir Secondary School

Bokse 10, Udayapur, Nepal

March 2019 - May 2025 (6 years 3 months)

Comprehensive health support for 300–600 students annually, working with school leaders, teachers, and community to promote health and wellness.

Key Results

  • Reduced illness-related absenteeism by 15% through improved infection control policies
  • Developed personalized care plans improving student attendance by 20%
  • Increased early identification of student health needs by 35% through staff training
  • Positively impacted 1500+ students annually through mental health and hygiene campaigns

Critical Care P.C.L. Registered Nurse

Lifeguard Hospital

Biratnagar-5, Nepal

March 2018 - March 2019 (1 year 1 month)

Intensive care nursing for 5-10 critically ill ICU patients daily, providing technical clinical care with compassionate emotional support.

Key Results

  • Managed vital signs monitoring and patient data to support medical treatment decisions
  • Provided 24/7 life support apparatus management and emergency response
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes
  • Delivered holistic care combining technical expertise with emotional support

Education

HL0902 - Bachelor of Nursing

Wintec - Waikato Institute of Technology

In Progress

February 2025 - February 2028

Hamilton, New Zealand

Proficiency Certificate Level (P.C.L.) in Nursing

Nobel Medical College Teaching Hospital

Completed

2015 - 2018

Nepal

School Leaving Certificate (SLC)

Panchayat Higher Secondary School

Completed

2002 - 2014

Nepal

Skills & Competencies

Clinical Skills

  • Nursing and Clinical Care
  • ICU Patient Management
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Patient Documentation
  • Emergency Response
  • Infection Control
  • Aged Care
  • Disability Support

Healthcare Competencies

  • Community & Public Health
  • Health Education & Promotion
  • Patient Assessment
  • Personalized Care Planning
  • Health Policy Development
  • Student Wellness Programs
  • Multidisciplinary Collaboration
  • Sustainable Healthcare Thinking

Interpersonal Skills

  • Patient Support & Empathy
  • Team Collaboration
  • Communication
  • Leadership
  • Problem Solving
  • Time Management
  • Project Management
  • Cross-cultural Competence

Languages

Nepali

Native or Bilingual

English

Full Professional

Hindi

Limited Working

Certifications & Professional Development

Hands-On Healthcare Analytics

Exploring the Top Entry-Level Jobs in Healthcare

Improve Your Time Management Skills

Building High-Performance Teams

Develop Your Skills as a Healthcare Project Manager

Get in Touch

Connect with me to discuss opportunities or collaborate on healthcare projects. I'll get back to you as soon as possible.

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Connect With Me

LinkedIn

linkedin.com/in/poonamkarki

Portfolio

poonamkarki.com.np

Preferred Contact

Use the contact form for inquiries

I'm actively seeking healthcare assistant, caregiver, and support worker positions in the Hamilton area. Whether you're looking to hire or want to discuss opportunities, I'd love to connect!