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TRISHA F. APA

Guelph,ON

Summary

Experienced and highly skilled Registered Nurse in the Philippines with over three years of hands-on experience in critical care, medication and IV administration, infectious disease control, and patient care coordination. Proficient in hemodialysis and emergency care administration. Adept at managing dialysis treatments and monitoring patients' vital signs, ensuring adherence to medical protocols. Proven ability to handle challenging situations with precision and attention to detail. Committed to continuous learning and professional growth. Strong communicator with a track record of maintaining effective dialogue with medical staff and patients. Demonstrated time management skills and the ability to adapt to varied shifts and schedules.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

LaPointe Fisher Nursing Home
02.2024 - Current
  • Working with elderly patients and providing one-on-one care such as assisting with personal care, meal preparation, and light housekeeping
  • Ensuring the fulfillment of individual goals and needs as instructed in the client's support plans
  • Helping clients with leisure activities
  • Ensuring the health, safety, welfare, and independence of clients

Covid Isolation Nurse and Charge Nurse

St. Vincent General Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2023
  • Dispensed medications, tracked dosages, and recorded patient conditions
  • Monitored and documented patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects
  • Coordinated care with medical professionals and clinical personnel
  • Administered oral, intramuscular, and intravenous medications, monitoring patient responses
  • Communicated lab results and care instructions to patients
  • Developed and adjusted therapy regimens based on patient recovery goals
  • Directed admissions, transfers, and evacuations during emergencies
  • Implemented proper isolation methods to prevent infection

Dialysis Nurse

St. Vincent General Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Monitored and documented patients' vital signs before, during, and after dialysis
  • Administered dialysis treatments following doctor's instructions
  • Performed blood transfusions and IV drug administration
  • Determined Hemodialysis access (internal Jugular Vein, Arteriovenous Fistula, and Arteriovenous Graft) and cannulation
  • Gathered samples for laboratory testing
  • Maintained effective communication with medical staff and patients
  • Managed dialysis technicians' responsibilities
  • Documented and reported daily patient activities
  • Provided emergency care administration
  • Managed nutritional needs and restrictions for patients

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Cebu - Banilad Campus
Cebu City
01.2010

Skills

  • Good communications skills
  • Flexible and adaptive to varied shifts
  • Detail-oriented
  • Critical care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Infectious disease control
  • Committed to learning
  • Time management

Trainingsandcertificates

  • Standard First Aide & CPR/AED Level C CSA std. Z1210-17- Intermediate, Canadian Red Cross, 02/27/24
  • Basic Life Support (HCP), Canadian Red Cross, 02/27/24
  • Depression in Older Adults Module of the RNAO's Delirium, Dementia, and Depression in Older Adults e-learning course, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, 01/18/24
  • Dementia in Older Adults Module of the RNAO's Delirium, Dementia, and Depression in Older Adults e-learning course, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, 01/18/24
  • Delirium in Older Adults Module of the RNAO's Delirium, Dementia, and Depression in Older Adults e-learning course, Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, 01/18/24
  • Safety in the Workplace, Conestoga College Guelph Campus, 01/13/24
  • Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps, Conestoga College Guelph Campus, 01/13/24
  • Orientation Course for Covid-19 Treatment, Department of Health Academy Philippines, 09/11/23
  • Online Course on Infection Prevention and Control for Covid-19, Department of Health Academy Philippines, 09/11/23
  • Online Course on Infection Prevention and Control for Covid-19 (for frontline Healthcare workers in Facility), Department of Health Academy Philippines, 09/11/23
  • Hemodialysis Training Program, St. Vincent General Hospital Inc., Cebu, Cebu, Philippines, 06/01/20 - 09/30/20

Timeline

Personal Support Worker (PSW)

LaPointe Fisher Nursing Home
02.2024 - Current

Covid Isolation Nurse and Charge Nurse

St. Vincent General Hospital
06.2020 - 12.2023

Dialysis Nurse

St. Vincent General Hospital
06.2020 - 09.2020

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Cebu - Banilad Campus
TRISHA F. APA