Adrienne De Hoog
Registered Nurse
Grimsby,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in critical thinking, communication, care coordination, and analytical skills. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes demonstrated by reviewing medical history and understanding diagnoses, interventions, and other contributing factors to client health. Reliable and adaptable; equipped with expertise in surgical procedures, emergency care, and follow up treatment requirements. Skilled in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals; eager and willing to learn whatever is required for future career options.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE - OR, PACU, SDS
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Work in the Operating Room; circulating role and scrub role. Responsible for preparing instruments and demonstrating aseptic technique as a part of the surgical team. Assist anesthesia staff with sedation prior to surgical procedures. Assist with adult surgical procedures including general surgery, endoscopy, orthopedics, dental, plastics, obstetrics, and gynecology.
- Work in Post Anesthesia Care Unit: Responsible for post-surgical care of patients; monitor patients post-anesthesia, manage vital signs, administer medication, and collaborate with surgical team to ensure positive outcomes.
- Work in Same Day Surgery: Prepare patients for surgery with thorough assessments, IV initiation, and administer pre-op medication. Responsible for patients post-operatively; managing vital signs, initiating post-op orders and treatment, and patient education.
- In all areas, patient education, proper documentation, ability to respond in emergency situations, and a strong understanding of post-operative care is required.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying patient needs and prioritizing interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management strategies, promoting wellness and prevention.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs; conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - OR, SDS
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Prepared clients for surgical procedures: chart review, IV initiation, collection of bloodwork, and thorough patient assessment.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - URGENT CARE
Douglas Memorial Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2023
- Assessed patient conditions and prioritized care in fast-paced urgent care environment
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical best practices and emergency response techniques.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring timely updates and thorough documentation of patient interactions; Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Liaised with physicians on discharge plans and created outpatient instructions for patients not admitted to hospital.
- Managed patients with multiple chronic health conditions, acute episodes of care and behavioral health challenges while promoting and supporting prevention and wellness.
- Monitored vital signs to detect early warning signs of deteriorating patient conditions, enabling prompt intervention when necessary.
- Assisted physicians in performing minor surgical procedures, providing needed support during critical moments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - ER
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions for timely intervention and care adjustment.
- Documented patient progress accurately in electronic health records, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - COMPLEX CARE
Greater Niagara General Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Responsible for 12-20 patients as a team leader; dispensing medication, dressing changes, tube feedings, tracheostomy tube care, chronic pain management, and end of life care.
- Interprofessional collaboration with PSWs, RNs, physicians, diagnostic imaging, administrative staff, therapy departments, discharge planning, and the dietary department.
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - ER
Greater Niagara General Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2013
- Supported diagnoses by taking blood samples from patients for laboratory testing.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
Education
BACHELOR OF NURSING DEGREE -
Athabasca University
ALBERTA01.2023
PRACITICAL NURSING - undefined
St. Clair College
Chatham, Ontario01.2007
HIGH SCHOOL - undefined
Grimsby Secondary School
Grimsby, Ontario01.2002
Skills
- Adaptable, rapid and eager learner
- Proficient in autonomous tasks
- Positive co-worker engagement
- Effective organizational skills
- Effective communication
- Skilled in using MS Office tools
- Self-motivated to complete tasksIV initiation and maintenance
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Managing deadlines
- Supply restocking
- Medication administration: IV, PO, IM, SC, G Tube
- Phlebotomy
- Urysis
- PocHi hematology machine
- IStat
- Bladder scan
- Meditech
- EPIC charting
- Kronos
- Accudose System
- Pyxis System
- ECG testing
- Trauma Informed Care training
Certification
- BLS – Healthcare Provider
- Foundational Caregiver Centered Care Certificate
- Relational Practice Certificate
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) training certificate
- Move Safe certificate
- WHMIS
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention
- Rainbow Course (took in 2001) – working with people with disabilities
- Valid G Driver’s License
- PeriOp 101 Course Certificate
NURSING REGISTRATION
Currently Registered as a Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Languages
English
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE - OR, PACU, SDS
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2023 - Current
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - OR, SDS
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 01.2023
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - ER
West Lincoln Memorial Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - URGENT CARE
Douglas Memorial Hospital
01.2010 - 01.2023
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - COMPLEX CARE
Greater Niagara General Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2013
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE - ER
Greater Niagara General Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2013
PRACITICAL NURSING - undefined
St. Clair College
HIGH SCHOOL - undefined
Grimsby Secondary School
BACHELOR OF NURSING DEGREE -
Athabasca University