Anupa Bhandari

Compassionate and detail-oriented Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive clinical training and registered nursing experience across acute care, telemetry, geriatrics, and rehabilitation settings. Experienced in providing comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals across the lifespan, from newborns to older adults. Skilled in diagnostic evaluation, treatment planning, patient education, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Committed to evidence-based practice, preventive care, and high-quality outcomes in diverse healthcare environments.

Nurse Practitioner Clinical Practicum (Student) - Health First Care Clinic - Family & Primary Care

Delivered comprehensive primary care services to patients across the lifespan from newborns to older adults under NP/Preceptor supervision. 625 Clinical Hours.

• Obtained complete health histories, performed comprehensive physical examinations, and conducted age-appropriate preventive and health-maintenance screenings.
• Ordered, interpreted, and applied diagnostic studies including laboratory tests, X-rays, ultrasounds, MRIs, EKGs, and pulmonary function tests.
• Evaluated, diagnosed, and managed acute and chronic conditions such as hypertension, diabetes, respiratory, and musculoskeletal disorders.
• Assessed, diagnosed, and treated women with acute and chronic conditions, including infertility and sexually transmitted infections.
• Developed and implemented evidence-based treatment plans incorporating medication management, immunizations, preventive care, and patient education.
• Provided prenatal and postnatal care for mothers and newborns, including counseling on family planning and contraceptive options.
• Delivered telehealth and after-hours care, addressing patient concerns promptly and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure referrals and continuity of care.
• Demonstrated strong time-management skills, acuity-based prioritization, preventive health counseling, and patient-centered care delivery.

Registered Nurse – Medical-Surgical Unit - John Peter Smith Hospital - Fort Worth, TX

(2023-02 - 2024-08)

Part time from Feb 2023 to August 2024, PRN since August 2024.

• Provide comprehensive care to adult patients, including pre- and post-surgical management.
• Conduct thorough physical and cognitive assessments, identifying changes in patient status.
• Administer medications, perform wound care, and manage complex treatment regimens.
• Apply evidence-based protocols for skin integrity, mobility, and fall prevention.
• Collaborate with physicians, care coordinators, and interprofessional teams for safe patient discharge planning.
• Educate patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and recovery plans.
• Mentor and precept nursing students and new nurses, promoting professional development and effective teamwork.
• Accurately document all patient care, interventions, and outcomes in the EHR.

Registered Nurse – Telemetry - John Peter Smith Hospital - Fort Worth, TX

(2021-12 - 2023-02)

• Monitor and interpret cardiac rhythms, promptly identifying and reporting abnormalities.
• Administer medications, IV therapy.
• Perform comprehensive assessments of cardiovascular and respiratory status.
• Implement evidence-based protocols for fall prevention, delirium, and mobility in cardiac patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, specialists, and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.
• Provide acute and post-surgical care to adult patients requiring continuous telemetry monitoring.
• Document patient care, medication administration, and telemetry findings accurately in the EHR.
• Mentor nursing students and new staff, supporting professional growth and adherence to best practices.

Registered Nurse (Medical-Surgical / Telemetry) - City Hospital White Rock - Dallas, TX

(2021-04 - 2021-12)

• Provided continuous cardiac monitoring, arrhythmia recognition, and IV drip initiation/titration.
• Responded rapidly to critical changes in patient condition, coordinating care with providers and charge nurses.
• Completed comprehensive assessments, admissions/discharges, and patient/family education.
• Managed wound care, peritoneal dialysis, CIWA protocols, PYXIS medication administration, and EMR documentation.
• Demonstrated strong clinical judgment, patient advocacy, effective delegation, and mentorship of new nurses.
• Delivered post-operative and acute medical care to adult patients in a telemetry setting.
• Recognized and responded to critical telemetry and EKG changes, including neurological decline.
• Performed NIH Stroke Scale assessments and ongoing neurological monitoring.
• Educated patients and families on procedures, treatment plans, and recovery.

Charge Nurse - Glenview Wellness & Rehabilitation Center - North Richland Hills, TX

(2019-01 - 2021-04)

• Provided skilled nursing care to patients with chronic and complex conditions, emphasizing safety, function, and quality of life.
• Administered medications and advanced nursing procedures, including wound care, IV therapy, and enteral feeding.
• Coordinated admissions, discharges, and transfers, while educating families and providing end-of-life support.
• Assign duties of professional and ancillary nursing personnel based on needs of units, residents and available staff.
• Supervise and evaluate work performance in terms of resident care, staff relations, and efficiency of service.
• Oversee nursing care unit, and administer medications and treatments following physician's orders.
• Make the rounds and maintain a safe environment for residents and staff.
• Provided assistance and guidance to the nursing team initiate disciplinary action according to policy and procedure.
• Evaluate individual employee performance through observation and spot-checking work.
• Attend meetings and in-service programs as scheduled.
• Make sure the unit is stocked with medications and nursing supplies for all three shifts.

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse (Memory Care Unit) - Ashford Hall Nursing Home - Irving, TX

(2018-06 - 2018-11)

Managed and coordinated care for residents with dementia and cognitive impairment; supervised LPNs and nursing assistants to ensure safe, high-quality care. Served as Charge Nurse, overseeing daily unit operations, staff assignments, and adherence to safety and care protocols.

• Performed ongoing cognitive, behavioral, and physical assessments, promptly identified and escalated changes in resident conditions.
• Administered medications, provided wound care, implemented fall-prevention and behavior-management strategies, and maintained accurate EMR documentation.
• Educated and supported families regarding care plans, medications, safety measures, and risk management while advocating for residents' dignity and quality of life.

Auxiliary Nurse Midwife (Medical-Surgical Unit) - Gaur District Hospital - Gaur, Nepal

(2009-01 - 2012-10)

Delivered high-quality nursing care to adult patients in a fast-paced medical–surgical inpatient setting, managing both routine and high-acuity clinical conditions.

• Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, monitored vital signs, symptoms, and diagnostic data, and promptly identified and escalated changes in clinical status.
• Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized nursing care plans while supporting safe admissions, transfers, and discharges.
• Administered medications and injections using safe medication practices, monitored adverse drug reactions, and ensured compliance with institutional protocols.
• Provided skilled nursing interventions including wound care, dressing changes, nasogastric tube management, oxygen therapy, and urinary catheter care.
• Supported patient mobility and functional independence while assisting with activities of daily living as clinically indicated.
• Collected and processed laboratory specimens monitored intake and output and ensured proper operation of clinical and monitoring equipment.
• Maintained accurate, timely electronic documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses to care.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety, care coordination, and clinical outcomes.
• Received, verified, and documented provider telephone orders in accordance with facility and regulatory standards.

Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner - Chamberlain University (2025-09)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Grand Canyon University (2020-01)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing - Holovision Technical Campus (2015-12)

Associate Degree - Vocational Training Center (2008-10)