Abby Cochrane
Charters Settlement,NB
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with 15 years' experience in providing quality patient care. Skills include conducting physical examinations, administering medications and injections, monitoring patient progress and educating patients on health management. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to improve patient outcomes. Proven track record of remaining calm under pressure while maintaining strong attention to detail.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Horizon Health
Fredericton, New Brunswick
05.2010 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess emergent conditions and initiate appropriate interventions in a timely manner.
- Ensured patient safety by monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and providing effective pain management.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers across multiple disciplines regarding changes in patient status or plan of care.
- Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
- Advocated for patient rights and ethical treatment, ensuring respect and dignity in patient care.
- Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior in order to de-escalate situations safely.
- Collaborated with physicians, families, and other healthcare professionals to develop treatment plans for mental health disorders.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nurse
NBCC
Fredericton, NB06-2010
High School Diploma -
Minto Memorial High School
Minto, NB06-2008
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Patient advocacy
- Pain management
- Mental health administration
- Dealing with Mental Health Emergencies
- Critical thinking
- Emergency care
- Time management abilities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Horizon Health
05.2010 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nurse
NBCC
High School Diploma -
Minto Memorial High School
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