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Andrea Wicks

Lindsay

Summary

Highly skilled leader and enthusiastic clinical supervisor with experience managing operations in community nursing and nurse-run clinics. Successfully oversee training, recruitment, engagement, and supply management. Contributes to high-volume medical practices by managing employees to ensure the delivery of efficient and quality healthcare.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Community Supervisor

Paramed
04.2022 - Current
  • Mentored new hires during orientation programs, providing guidance on policies, procedures, and best practices within the nursing profession.
  • Participated in performance improvement projects aimed at enhancing overall quality of care provided within the organization.
  • Facilitated ongoing staff education through in-services, workshops, and seminars focused on relevant topics such as infection control or pain management techniques.
  • Optimized scheduling systems to increase efficiency while ensuring adequate staffing levels during peak times or high census periods in the unit.
  • Served as a liaison between home and community care (funder) and nursing staff, advocating for resources and support needed to deliver high-quality patient care.

Clinical Educator

Saint Elizabeth Health Care
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Evaluated clinical competencies of staff members, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted training solutions.
  • Enhanced staff proficiency in clinical procedures through hands-on demonstrations and interactive workshops.
  • Maintained regulatory compliance by ensuring adherence to industry standards and guidelines in all educational activities.

Registered Nurse

Paramed
05.2017 - 05.2022
  • IV insertion and care, CVAD care, PICC removal, debridement, palliative care, pain pump maintenance, catheter care, and wound care
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Oshawa, ON
06.2017

No Degree - Pre-Health Sciences

Fleming College
Peterborough, ON
06.2014

Skills

  • Wound Care - complex
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Strong Critical Thinking
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Computer skills
  • Leadership skills
  • Patient Safety
  • Communication
  • Planning and scheduling
  • Decision Making
  • Community Resources
  • Coaching and Mentoring

Certification

Palliative Fundamentals 2023


Debridement 2019

Education Experience

University of Ontario Institute of Technology, Oshawa, ON, Graduated with honors

Leadership Experience

I have initiated processes as a supervisor that has assisted in meeting metrics that pertain to staff's initial reports. I have a good relationship with the community funder and have made good alliances with community resources.

Personal Information

Title: Registered Nurse

References

Available Upon Request

Timeline

Clinical Educator

Saint Elizabeth Health Care
08.2023 - 10.2023

Clinical Community Supervisor

Paramed
04.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Paramed
05.2017 - 05.2022

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Ontario Institute of Technology

No Degree - Pre-Health Sciences

Fleming College

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