Cristina Herrera
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate nursing professional, eligible for a Temporary Practical Nurse License in December 2024, seeking a full-time position in a dynamic healthcare setting. Equipped with the skills and adaptability to provide exceptional patient care across multiple hospital units, catering to varying levels of patient acuity. Eager to contribute to a collaborative team while advancing my career and enhancing patient outcomes in a supportive environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Michael Garron Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
12.2023 - Current
- Utilized proper techniques and equipment to safely transfer patients within the emergency department.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, grooming, dressing, and mobility support.
- Ensured patient safety and comfort during movements to and from stretchers, wheelchairs, and beds.
Nursing Student
St. Michaels Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Skilled in receiving and managing patient transitions from PACU to postoperative care.
- Proficient in the operation and monitoring of PCA pumps, managing nerve blocks, and care involving PICC lines.
- Experienced in taking on a full assignment of patients, delivering comprehensive care, and managing varying levels of acuity.
- Adept at performing Q4H vital sign monitoring, head injury assessments, and spinal cord testing.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including wound care, medication administration, and other treatments.
Clinical Nurse Extern
Halton Healthcare - NRT
Halton Hills, Ontario
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Conducted patient assessments such as measuring height and weight, recording intake and output and documenting changes in condition.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss patient plans of care with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals.
- Observed nursing staff during clinical activities to gain an understanding of their roles in providing quality healthcare services.
- Assisted nurses in providing patient care by taking vital signs, bathing and dressing patients, collecting specimens and monitoring I.V.s.
- Educated patients on disease processes, treatments and post-operative instructions alongside primary nurse.
Education
Practical Nursing
George Brown College
Toronto, ON12-2024
Personal Support Worker
Humber College
Toronto, ON04-2022
References
Saida Ali - (416) 529-6286
Ellie Asghari - (587) 568-2617
Sandrine Taillefer - (416) 389-8987
Timeline
Nursing Student
St. Michaels Hospital
08.2024 - 11.2024
Personal Support Worker
Michael Garron Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Clinical Nurse Extern
Halton Healthcare - NRT
12.2022 - 11.2023
Practical Nursing
George Brown College
Personal Support Worker
Humber College
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