Adeola Makinde-Lasisi
Bradford,ON
Summary
Dedicated registered practical nurse with experience in providing person centered care to patients using best nursing practices. Knowledgeable with evident based education and hand-on-trainings about managing care, medications, emergency care skills, and patient safety.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Visiting Registered Practical Nurse
Closing The Gap Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Experience in wound care, Iv medications, catheter care, compression/VAC, and ostomy care.
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Acted as a patient advocate in order to protect and promote patient rights.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Ability to interact with clients i a caring, and courteous manner.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
Community Support Worker
SE Healthcare. & Bayshore HealthCare
09.2022 - 03.2024
- Enhanced client well-being by providing comprehensive support and resources tailored to individual needs.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
- Administered medications as prescribed, ensuring proper dosage and adherence to schedules.
- Coordinated transportation services for clients'' medical appointments or social engagements as needed.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Direct Support Professional
Reena
09.2011 - 12.2023
- Administered medication as directed by physician.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
Clinical Nurse Extern
Mackenzie Health Hospital, Telemetry Unit
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Monitored, read, and interpreted the information from the electrocardiograms (EKGs) which measure the electrical impulses from the patient's heart. Any abnormal readings, and changes in the rhythms then alert the physician in charge of the patient.
- Monitored patient vital signs, like oxygen level and blood pressure, breathing patterns and reported changes to nursing staff as well as document information on EPIC.
- Streamlined documentation processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in patient records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive patient care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough discharge teaching and follow-up support for patients and their families.
- Assisted in performance improvement initiatives by collecting data, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing targeted interventions.
- Educated patient on cardiac health and communicated with their family.
- Managed and administer medications in accordance with established protocols.
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Integrated Stroke Unit
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Optimized stroke patient care by coordinating timely diagnostic tests and treatments.
- Liaised with other healthcare professionals to develop comprehensive patient care plans and provide highest quality of care.
- Managed data collection processes, providing accurate information to support decision-making and facilitate ongoing performance improvement efforts.
- Led hospital-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall stroke care quality and enhancing the facility''s reputation as a center of excellence in stroke treatment.
- Conducted regular chart audits to ensure compliance with national stroke care standards and guidelines.
- Streamlined discharge planning processes to ensure a smooth transition from acute care settings to post-acute care or rehabilitation facilities.
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Maternal Child Unit
06.2022 - 06.2022
- Discussed patient care and treatment with care team members to optimize intervention plans and care delivery.
- Checked and documented mother and babies' vitals throughout shift or at scheduled times in some cases as per policy and nursing care plan.
- Performed personal care and hygiene as needed.
- Checked measures to prevent maternal injuries and death; excessive blood loss, infection, high blood pressure, obstructed labour, anemia, malaria and heart diseases.
- Ensured the safety of mother and child by following the facility protocols.
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Rehabilitation Unit
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Managed complex wound care cases, utilizing advanced dressing techniques to promote timely healing while preventing complications such as infection or skin breakdowns.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care techniques and providing adaptive equipment recommendations.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being, providing compassionate listening during difficult times in their healing journey.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the facility resulting in decreased falls among high-risk patients.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between acute care settings and home environments, coordinating necessary resources for continued progress in recovery.
- Championed patient advocacy, ensuring patients received appropriate services and were treated with dignity and respect.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting interventions as needed to ensure optimal recovery outcomes.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Developmental Support Worker
Behaviorprise Consulting. & Jodal Healthcare
03.2010 - 03.2018
- Guided developmentally disabled adults through customized day programs.
- Improved quality of life for clients through compassionate care and assistance with daily tasks.
- Supported clients in maintaining clean and organized living spaces, fostering a sense of pride in their homes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to assess client progress and adjust support plans accordingly.
Education
Diploma: Registered Practical Nurse
Durham College
Oshawa, ON08.2023
Diploma: Developmental Services Worker
Career Learning Institute (CLI)
Toronto, ON02.2019
Post Graduate Dip: Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences
Scarborough, ON04.2015
Diploma: Psychology And Social Work
Stratford Career Institute Mount Royal
Montreal, QCBachelor of Science - Food Technology
University of Ibadan
Oyo State, NigeriaSkills
- Catheter Care
- Clinical judgment
- End of life care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Maintaining privacy
- Removing sutures
- Ostomy care and management
- Wound Care, compression/ VAC
- Feeding pumps understanding
Timeline
Visiting Registered Practical Nurse
Closing The Gap Healthcare
02.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse Extern
Mackenzie Health Hospital, Telemetry Unit
05.2023 - 07.2023
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Integrated Stroke Unit
01.2023 - 04.2023
Community Support Worker
SE Healthcare. & Bayshore HealthCare
09.2022 - 03.2024
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Maternal Child Unit
06.2022 - 06.2022
Clinical Experience
Lakeridge Health, Rehabilitation Unit
04.2022 - 06.2022
Direct Support Professional
Reena
09.2011 - 12.2023
Developmental Support Worker
Behaviorprise Consulting. & Jodal Healthcare
03.2010 - 03.2018
Diploma: Registered Practical Nurse
Durham College
Diploma: Developmental Services Worker
Career Learning Institute (CLI)
Post Graduate Dip: Food Safety & Quality Assurance
Academy of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences
Diploma: Psychology And Social Work
Stratford Career Institute Mount Royal
Bachelor of Science - Food Technology
University of Ibadan
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