Sarah Burgess
Meadowvale,Canada
Summary
- To expand on existing experience by utilizing harmonized decision-making and problem-solving abilities to support complex situations at the management level.
- To lead high-performance teams that prioritize safe, quality, client-centered care, with a focus on efficiency and best practice.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Nurse Leader
NSH Recovery Support Centre
Middleton, Canada
11.2022 - Current
- In collaboration with CNE, evaluate applicable policy and procedure adherence, address any gaps or concerns while using a solution focused lens, reporting to manager as appropriate
- Responsible for day-to-day supervision and leadership of clinical and administration staff
- Lead and champion systems and model changes
- Evaluate acuity of unit daily making recommendations to staff regarding client assignment and workload, care planning and overall team functioning
- Collaborate with other teams within and outside of Mental Health and Addictions
- Individualize and innovate programming with consideration for data, client population, and team capacity
- Motivate members of the team to work effectively to reach program and client goals
- Promoter of self-regulation and continued learning
Charge Nurse
NSH Recovery Support Centre
Middleton, Canada
06.2020 - 11.2022
- Organize and lead morning client rounds with all members of interdisciplinary team
- Liaise with related services, both internal and external, to facilitate referrals, transfers, and community supports
- Initiate complex case conferences to provide psychoeducation and collaborate on goal setting
- Support new staff throughout orientation and address any concerns with respect to best practice
- Solution-focused group enhancement and facilitation at Beacon
Staff RN
NSH Recovery Support Centre
Middleton, Canada
12.2016 - 06.2020
- Appropriately triaged and supported clients presenting with substance use concerns
- Coordinated and prioritized client care in inpatient and outpatient settings
- Developed professional, therapeutic relationships with clients and families; provided support throughout duration of service
- Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to develop thorough, client-centered plans of care
- Facilitated groups in both the substance use disorder and psychosocial rehabilitation settings
- Applied principles of harm reduction and recovery-oriented care to all components of care
Continuing Care Assistant
Shannex Orchard Court
Kentville, Canada
09.2010 - 01.2015
- Provided client-centered personal care to clients with a focus on privacy and dignity
- Worked well as a member of a team
- Recognized and escalated care of clients in an appropriate and timely manner
- Developed excellent time management and organizational skills
Education
RN Professional Development Centre - Mental Health and Addictions Nursing Specialty Program with honours
RN Professional Development Centre
Halifax, NS01.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing with distinction
St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS01.2016
Continuing Care Assistant Program - with honours
Nova Scotia Community College
Kentville, NS01.2010
Skills
- Data collection and analysis
- Community Relations
- Holistic Leader
- Evidence-Based Practice
- Quality Improvement
- Recruiting and training
- Team Development
- Staff and client Education
- Patient Advocacy
- Performance Improvement
Certificationsskillsachievements
- CIINDE | Certified Holistic Nurse, Nurse Coach & Consultant
- Interprofessional Practice & Learning | Clinical Leadership Foundations Workshop
- RNPDC | Suicide Risk and Interventions Interprofessional Program
- CAMH | Opioid Use Disorder Treatment Course
- International Softball | Team Lead and Ambassador
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Leader
NSH Recovery Support Centre
11.2022 - Current
Charge Nurse
NSH Recovery Support Centre
06.2020 - 11.2022
Staff RN
NSH Recovery Support Centre
12.2016 - 06.2020
Continuing Care Assistant
Shannex Orchard Court
09.2010 - 01.2015
RN Professional Development Centre - Mental Health and Addictions Nursing Specialty Program with honours
RN Professional Development Centre
Bachelor of Science - Nursing with distinction
St. Francis Xavier University
Continuing Care Assistant Program - with honours
Nova Scotia Community College
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