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)
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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
February 2025 - February 2028
Hamilton, New Zealand
Proficiency Certificate Level (P.C.L.) in Nursing
Nobel Medical College Teaching Hospital
2015 - 2018
Nepal
School Leaving Certificate (SLC)
Panchayat Higher Secondary School
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.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!