Bijal M. Rana

Authored and co-authored three abstracts and poster presentations with the American College of Cardiology (ACC)- National Cardiology Data Registry (NCDR) Quality Summit

Certified Nursing Assistant - 2000 - 2002 provide care for elderly or chronically ill residents who require assistances with daily living activities. 

Medical Assistant/Phlebotomist/EKG tech- 2003-2004 worked as a medical assistant in a busy office obtaining vital signs, ekg, drawing blood and pft test.

Licensed Practical Nurse - 2004-2007 worked in various long term care facilities and provided nursing care for the geriatric population. Medication administration, monitor vitals, wound care, observe patients and report changes in condition to RN or physicians, document patient care and treatment plans, and provide emotional support to patients and families. 

Telemetry RN - 2007-2008 worked on an inpatient telemetry unit on nights. Cardiac monitoring and interpretation, acute care nursing, medication management, emergency response protocols, educate patient and families about managing medical conditions. 

Emergency Department Nurse - 2008 - 2010 cared for patients with urgent or life threating conditions, providing rapid assessments, treatment and stabilization. Performed quick assessment and triage of patients, critical thinking in high stress environment, communicate with physicians and other staff for care coordination, and assist in ermergent code situations.

Cardiovascular Quality Coordinator - 2015-2018 focused on improving patient care, safety, and outcomes within the cardiovascular service line, ensuring compliance with healthcare standards. Data analysis, reporting of data, oversite of data analyst, regulatory compliance, monitor and analyze patient outcomes and performance metrics. Lead quality improvement initiative projects and report on quality indicators to hospital administration. 

Cardiac Catheterization Nurse - 2010 - 2015; 2018-2021 Assist in diagnostic and interventional procedures to treat peripheral vascular disease and heart conditions. Patient preparation and monitoring during procedures. Post procedure care and recovery. Hemodynamic monitoring, assisting physicians during the procedure. Oncall for emergency procedures. 

Adjunct Clinical Instructor- 2018-2023 teach and provide guidance to aspiring LPN students to enhance their learning and clinical skills. Clinical assessment and evaluation, supervise and mentor nursing students, provide hands-on instructions and feedback, reinforce and help integrate classroom knowledge into real-world clinical practice.

Administrative Nursing Supervisor(perdiem) -2023 to present Oversee nursing operations, supervise and manage staffing, and resources in the absence of higher-level management. Staff schedule and resource allocation, conflict resolution, problem solving, address patient care concerns as needed, collaborate with other departments to optimize patient care and resources, assist with execution of policies and procedures and participate in HRO huddles.

Interventional Cardiology Clinical Coordinator – 2021 to present. Responsible for coordinating patient care, oversee clinical operations and staffing. Collaborate with cardiologist and other departments in planning procedures, communicate with patients and families about updates, outcomes and follow-up care, provide education, ensure adherence to hospital protocols, safety standards and regulatory guidelines. Conduct and participate in audits, evaluations, and annual performance reviews.

I attribute my success to my passion for taking care of others, dedication to lifelong learning, and especially the support from my family and colleagues. Since I started working as a certified nursing assistant, I demonstrated a strong work ethic and deep passion for helping others. Despite overcoming hurdles along the way, I was able to adapt, pivot and not give up to be able to reach my goal of becoming a nurse. Throughout my career I have been fortunate to work alongside of supportive colleagues, mentors and physicians whose guidance has been instrumental in my professional growth. Most importantly the unwavering support of my two handsome boys, my dear family and my support system whose encouragement, understanding and support have been able to lean on which provided me strength through my journey. I am deeply grateful, Thank you!