Abdalatheem Al Masalmeh
Halifax,NS
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at Life Support Team as an ER Nurse then ER Supervisor then Homecare Supervisor(Line Manager) more than 8000+ hours on clinical practice and front line provider, excelling in patient management and emergency diagnostics. Proven ability to enhance patient care through critical thinking and effective communication. Recognized for achieving operational efficiency and delivering compassionate support, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
DARTMOUTH General (3 west)
Dartmouth, NS
03.2025 - Current
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate and temperature.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals and snacks for patients according to their dietary needs.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
- Supplied, collected and emptied patient bedpans on frequent basis.
- Participated in recreational activities with residents and patients that promoted physical activity and socialization.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Developed positive relationships with residents and patients through compassionate interactions.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
Medical Interpreter
Accesslanguage
Halifax, NS
02.2025 - Current
- Compiled technical, legal or medical terminology and information used in translations.
- Served as a liaison between doctors, nurses, medical personnel and family members who spoke different languages.
- Assisted healthcare workers by translating telephone conversations with patients and family members.
- Met with hospital decision-makers to develop and promote healthcare programs for community residents in required language.
- Promoted translation accuracy by referring to reference dictionaries, lexicons or computerized terminology banks.
- Facilitated communication between medical staff and patients with limited English proficiency.
- Researched foreign language resources for clarification of terms or phrases used during interpretations.
- Attended meetings with clinicians and interpreters to discuss patient care plans and outcomes.
Travel CCA
Atlantic Health
Halifax, NS
01.2025 - Current
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
- Conducted testing of software and systems to ensure quality and reliability.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Updated and maintained databases with current information.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on mechanical systems and industrial equipment.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Emergency Managment Supervisor
Canadian Red Cross
Halifax, NS
02.2024 - Current
- Streamlined workflow processes, reducing project completion times.
- Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
- Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to coordinate workflow processes between teams.
- Prepared and presented reports on team performance, challenges, and achievements to senior management.
- Addressed and resolved interpersonal conflicts within the team, maintaining a harmonious work environment.
Care Assistant
Shannex
Halifax, NS
04.2024 - 03.2025
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Made beds, organized rooms and lightly cleaned to maintain sanitary living environments.
- Provided companionship to patients by talking, listening and engaging in activities such as reading or playing board games.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
Home Care Supervisor
Life Support Team (LST)
Erbil, Iraq
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Monitored business performance and improved customer experiences with staff guidance.
- Recruited and hired new employees based on company needs and culture.
- Reviewed inventory, assessed needs and placed orders to keep stock available for employees.
- Trained employees in proper operational procedures and shared company policies and regulations.
- Observed employee performance and provided valuable feedback using online performance evaluation software.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
- Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Emergency Room Nurse
Life Support Team (LST)
Erbil, Iraq
08.2021 - 10.2022
- Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injury and illnesses.
- Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
- Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Responded to bell or light signal calls to assist patients with needs.
- Obtained patient vital signs and reported results to staff nurse or physician to identify changes from prior measurements.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
Emergency Response Supervisor
Life Support Team (LST)
Erbil, Iraq
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Enhanced emergency preparedness, commanding oversight and maintenance of over $300 k in inventory and equipment.
- Stayed up to date on federal, state and local regulations governing emergency response plans.
- Updated emergency preparedness resource materials plan to comply with federal and state regulations.
- Developed and deepened relationships with local municipalities, county departments and city agencies to facilitate smooth planning and coordination of emergency response.
- Studied successful plans from other locations to assess opportunities to improve program operation.
- Inspected emergency facilities and equipment to maintain optimal functional capabilities in emergency situations.
- Communicated departmental, organizational and industry information to staff to help each person better carry out organizational goals.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
General Nurse
(Sanitize it) Organization
Dara, Syria
07.2020 - 02.2022
- Provided patient education on diagnoses, treatments and discharge plans.
- Monitored medications and drug therapies and tracked doses administered.
- Documented patient information and treatments in confidential electronic health records.
- Obtained general and medical information by conducting in-depth patient interviews.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
ICU Nurse
Kabardina Balgarian Hospital
Nalchik, Russia
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
ICU Nurse Manager
AL Othman Privet Hospital
Latakia, Syria
06.2018 - 10.2018
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Worked with patients and families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referrals.
- Maintained records, prepared reports and served on special committees.
ICU Nurse
Tishreen University Hospital
Latakia, Syria
01.2018 - 05.2018
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Worked with patients and families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referrals.
Nurse
Tishreen University Hospital
Latakia, Syria
06.2017 - 12.2017
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
Nurse Intern
Tishreen University Hospital
Latakia, Syria
12.2016 - 05.2017
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
- Transferred patients from room to x-ray or lab by wheelchair or bed.
Medical Receptionist
Local Dara Hospital
Dara, Syria
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Checked patients in and out for appointments and collected co-payments.
- Scheduled and followed up on patient appointments, collected and processed patient payments and maintained patient files.
- Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Pre-Medicine Studies
Saint Peter Burg University
Saint PeterBurg07.2019
Advanced Diploma - Emergency Medicine
Tishreen Medical University
Syria10.2018
High School Diploma -
Alrazi Shcool
Syria08.2016
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
Kabrdina Balgarian University
Nalchik, RussiaSkills
- Patient Management
- Medical Records Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Procedure Room Preparation
- Critical Thinking
- Nursing Consultation
- Clear Patient Communication
- Infection Control Program Advisory
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Infection Control
- Emergency Diagnostics
- Microsoft Office
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- First Aid
- Heart Monitoring
- Medical History Recording
- Oxygen Equipment
- Drug Inventory Management
- Advanced Lifesaving Procedures
- Airway Management
- Cardiac Defibrillation
- Patient Positioning
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Emergency Treatment Procedures
- Drug Reaction Intervention
- Emotional Support
- Safety Protocols
- IV Fluid Replacement
- Vital Sign Assessment
- Emergency Management
- Wound Care
- Attention to Detail
Affiliations
- Volunteer ERT Responder at Canadian Red Cross.
- Volunteer PDAT Responder at Canadian Red Cross.
Certification
- Licensed ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) Provider - [2023] to (2025) . Lifeshield (Canadian Red Cross)
- Licensed BLS (Basic Life Support) Provider , Lifeshield (Canadian Red Cross) 2023 to 2024.
- Certified In Emergency First Aid & CPR\AED Level C . Lifeshield (Canadian Red Cross) [2023] to (2026)
- Certified Airway Management. Lifeshield (Canadian Red Cross) [2023] to (2026)
- Certified Oxygen Therapy. Lifeshield (Canadian Red Cross) [2023] to (2026)
- Professional Communication Skills for Nurses(Isans) 2024
- Speaking and Reading for International Educated Nurses (Isans) 2024
Languages
Education and Training
other,other,other,other
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Continuing Care Assistant
DARTMOUTH General (3 west)
03.2025 - Current
Medical Interpreter
Accesslanguage
02.2025 - Current
Travel CCA
Atlantic Health
01.2025 - Current
Care Assistant
Shannex
04.2024 - 03.2025
Emergency Managment Supervisor
Canadian Red Cross
02.2024 - Current
Home Care Supervisor
Life Support Team (LST)
06.2022 - 10.2023
Emergency Response Supervisor
Life Support Team (LST)
01.2022 - 05.2022
Emergency Room Nurse
Life Support Team (LST)
08.2021 - 10.2022
General Nurse
(Sanitize it) Organization
07.2020 - 02.2022
ICU Nurse
Kabardina Balgarian Hospital
01.2020 - 05.2020
ICU Nurse Manager
AL Othman Privet Hospital
06.2018 - 10.2018
ICU Nurse
Tishreen University Hospital
01.2018 - 05.2018
Nurse
Tishreen University Hospital
06.2017 - 12.2017
Nurse Intern
Tishreen University Hospital
12.2016 - 05.2017
Medical Receptionist
Local Dara Hospital
07.2014 - 12.2014
Graduate Certificate - Pre-Medicine Studies
Saint Peter Burg University
Advanced Diploma - Emergency Medicine
Tishreen Medical University
High School Diploma -
Alrazi Shcool
Some College (No Degree) - Emergency Medicine
Kabrdina Balgarian University
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