Adriane Krips
Unity
Summary
Dedicated and experienced Staff Safety Specialist with a strong foundation in nursing and a diverse background spanning acute care, rural health units, long-term care, and home care settings. Proven ability to connect with frontline staff and advocate for their well-being, using hands-on experience to drive meaningful safety improvements. Passionate about supporting healthcare teams through proactive risk mitigation and continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Safety Specialist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
09.2023 - Current
- Provide leadership and support in promoting staff safety across 13 healthcare facilities in the North.
- Assist managers by reviewing and recommending actions for incident reports to enhance workplace safety.
- Deliver comprehensive safety training to staff, including TLR, WAVE, PART, RFT, Safety for supervisors, and WHMIS.
- Collaborate with facility Occupational Health Committees to support safety initiatives and ensure compliance with occupational health standards.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
08.2017 - 09.2023
- Administration of oral, injection and intravenous medications as per scope of practice
- Direct patient care, helping with ADLs, dressings, and emotional support
- Leadership role and charge nurse, managing staff and operational functions occasionally shifts
- Consult physicians regarding patient care when necessary
- Train and mentor new staff
Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse
Wainwright Health Centre - Acute Care
09.2012 - 08.2016
- 25 bed unit including maternity, day surgery and stroke centre
- Total care of 3-5 patients per shift
- Experience in, tube feeds, tracheostomy care, wound vacs, and postpartum care
- Occasionally cover day surgery pre and post op care
- Assist RN with labour and delivery and baby nurse assessment
Education
Diploma - Practical Nurse
Lakeland College Lloydminster
02.2012
Diploma - Communication Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Lethbridge Community College
04.2004
Skills
- Friendly, caring, and compassionate with a strong focus on staff and patient well-being
- Remain calm and composed in high-pressure situations
- Proven leadership abilities with a team-oriented mindset
- Honest, reliable, and dedicated to continuous self-improvement
- Self-motivated and able to take initiative with minimal supervision
- Flexible and adaptable to changing schedules and environments
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organized and detail-oriented
- Proficient with computers and healthcare-related technology
Training
- May 2025 Respiratory Fit Testing Instructor Status
- January 2025 TLR Instructor Status
- July 2024 WHMIS Educator
- July 2024 WAVE Senior Specialist
- December 2024 OCH Level I and II certified
- January 2024 PART advanced trainer
- November 2023 Safety for Supervisors Trainer
Certification
- Active license with Saskatchewan Association of Licensed Practical Nurses.
- Valid Class 5 driver’s license with clean driving abstract
Timeline
Staff Safety Specialist
Saskatchewan Health Authority
09.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
08.2017 - 09.2023
Full Time Licensed Practical Nurse
Wainwright Health Centre - Acute Care
09.2012 - 08.2016
Diploma - Communication Arts - Broadcast Journalism
Lethbridge Community College
Diploma - Practical Nurse
Lakeland College Lloydminster
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