CHARITRA UPADHYAY
London,Greater London
Summary
Experienced Healthcare Professional with 6 years in Nepal as a Health Assistant, Home Care Assistant, and Mental Health Focal Person. Holds a Bachelor’s in Health and Population Education and currently pursuing MSc Management at BPP University, London. Specialises in patient care, clinical support, and mental health, with a focus on effective care strategies that enhance individual and community well-being.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Focal Person
Birendranagar Municipality
Surkhet
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Conducted training sessions to empower community members with mental health knowledge
- Oversaw case referrals and follow-ups to ensure comprehensive support for clients
- Coordinated community mental health programs to enhance access and awareness
- Prepared reports and program data
Home Care Assistant
Divine Home care
Surkhet
07.2022 - 04.2024
- Delivered personalised home-based patient care to enhance comfort and well-being
- Assisted with daily activities and personal hygiene to promote independence
- Administered medication and provided basic care to patients
- Monitored patient condition and reported changes to ensure timely intervention
Health Assistant
Karnali Province Hospital
Surkhet
09.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitored and recorded vital signs during patient assessments
- Supported clinical services in emergency and COVID-19 department to ensure timely patient care
- Organised and maintained patient records, enhancing accessibility and accuracy for clinical staff
- Coordinated public health initiatives, contributing to community wellness and health awareness
- Enhanced service quality through strategic improvements
Health Assistant
Salyan Health Service Office/District Hospital
Salyan
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Delivered primary healthcare services, enhancing community access to essential care
- Supported clinical services during patient care at emergency and COVID-19 department
- Conducted immunisation and health programs, supporting outreach activities to improve public health awareness
- Provided health education, empowering individuals with knowledge to make informed health decisions
Education
Master In MSC Management -
BPP University
London, UK07-2026
Bachelor in Education - Major Health and Population Educatio
Surkhet Multiple Campus
Surkhet, Nepal01-2023
Diploma in Health Assistant -
SEDA campus
Surkhet, Nepal01-2019
Skills
- Mental Health Awareness
- Psychological Support
- Mental health assistance
- Patient Care
- Home Care
- Community-Based Care
- Patient evaluation
- Case management
- Health Education
- Health literacy
- Community engagement
- Report writing
- Documentation
- Record Keeping
- Patient Safety
- Safeguarding
- Risk Management
- Time Management
- Organization
- Teamwork
- Collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Communication Skills
- Support
- Programme management
- Home care support
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Collaborative tasks
- Communication skills
- Risk Management
- Collaborative tasks
- Microsoft Office Suite
Custom
Integrated Health & Mental Care Program, Nepal, 2020-01-01, 2026-12-31, To provide holistic health and mental care across communities., Improved early intervention, Stronger referral systems, Better patient outcomes, Enhanced community health awareness, Lead community mental health initiatives, Delivered care in hospitals and homes, Quality services delivered in COVID-19 Pandemic, Achieved earlier diagnosis and improved care access, Built strong cross-sector referral pathways
Timeline
Mental Health Focal Person
Birendranagar Municipality
04.2024 - 03.2026
Home Care Assistant
Divine Home care
07.2022 - 04.2024
Health Assistant
Karnali Province Hospital
09.2021 - 07.2022
Health Assistant
Salyan Health Service Office/District Hospital
03.2020 - 09.2021
Master In MSC Management -
BPP University
Bachelor in Education - Major Health and Population Educatio
Surkhet Multiple Campus
Diploma in Health Assistant -
SEDA campus