To secure a role as a Practical Nurse in a hospital, LTC or home care setting, with a long-term goal of specializing in the Labour and Delivery department. Eager to provide high-quality care to patients while gaining valuable experience and skills in various areas of healthcare. Committed to continuous learning and professional development to contribute effectively to the hospital's mission and deliver exceptional patient-centered care across departments.
Current Certificate of Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Holds Diploma in Nursing (RPN)
Have certification in BCLS.
Have 2 years of hospital and home care nursing experience.
Have basic computer knowledge and skills in Microsoft Office Suit, Intranet, Care Manager, STAR, Excel, Risk Monitor Pro and Many Automated Clinical Systems.
Proficient in conducting patient assessments, administering medications, and implementing care plans under the supervision of registered nurses or physicians.
Well-versed in maintaining accurate medical records, adhering to safety protocols, and ensuring compliance with healthcare regulations and standards.
Acquainted with Palliative Care and Geriatric experience.
Experience on administration of oral, subcutaneous, IM, suppository, aerosol and IV medications, venipuncture and IV initiation and management.
Strong communication and interpersonal abilities, fostering effective collaboration with healthcare teams, patients, and their families to achieve optimal outcomes.
Dedicated to ongoing professional development, staying abreast of current trends and advancements in nursing practice to deliver evidence-based care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Plan A Chatham
01.2023 - Current
Company Overview: Senior care and Recruitment
Assist in clients feeding, bathing, dressing and toileting
Provide companionship and quality of care to maximize a feeling of safety and dignity
Maintain confidentially in all patient matter
Communicate clearly, efficiently with coworkers and patients
Maintain a hygienic, safe, and comfortable environment
Senior care and Recruitment
Personal Support Worker
Riverview Gardens
01.2022 - 01.2023
Company Overview: Long-term Care Facility
Assisted clients in daily activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, and toileting
Ensured the health and safety of clients by providing healthy and nutritious meals
Enhanced client's socialization skills by engaging them with healthy and interesting conversations
Performed routine such as cleaning, mopping and laundry
Applied suitable work ethics and our team's policies to provide quality care for my clients
Assisted clients with medication management
Long-term Care Facility
Personal Support Worker
Canadian Macedonian Retirement Home
01.2019 - 01.2020
Visit clients in their homes to provide daily care
Transport clients to adult centres for socialization
Provide clients with psychological and mobile support
Make medical appointments and fill prescriptions for clients
Assist client's family in planning and cooking healthy meals that would provide the needed nutrition for my client
Resolve and escalate any issue or needs of clients in their home as I assist with daily living
Maintain and sanitize clean personal areas for clients to prevent disease and contamination
Salesperson/Waitress
Tim Horton's
01.2017 - 01.2019
Helped customers find the desired goods or services, answered questions, made purchase recommendations, and took orders
Made coffee, prepared food, and set up items for purchase daily
Performed prep work such as washing, peeling, cutting, and seeding fruits and vegetables, and storing food in designated areas following food safety and rotation procedures
Ran the drive through, stocked shelves, and cleaned up the workstations, stove, and refrigerator
Worked in a fast-paced environment, with teamwork and good coordination and communication skills
Education
Pre-Grad Consolidation -
St. Andrew's Residence
Practical Nursing -
St Clair College
08.2024
Skills
Mobility assistance
Dementia care
Personal hygiene assistance
Emotional support
Certification
Registered Practical Nurse
Personal Support work
CPR-BLS provider
Standard First Aid
N95 Mask Fit
High School diploma at Yorkdale Secondary School
Food Handling
Languages
English
French
Fulani
Awards
2024, St. Clair College Academic Excellence awards, $750
2019, Yorkdale Secondary School Certificate of Excellent in Math and Science
Education Certification
St Clair College, Chatham Campus, Practical Nursing, 09/01/22, 08/31/24, CKHA, Ambulatory, Nursing Home, Medicine, Surgery, Psychiatry, Continuing Care, 450, Medication administration, IM/SC injection, Catheterizations, Hanging IV's, Head to toe assessments and documentation on paper and computer, Vital signs, monitoring labs work, Blood administration and oxygen, Understanding and executing nursing interventions specific to diseases process, Performing care for patient with NG tubes, suctioning, ostomy care, Wound care/ dressing changes, Had observational Experience such as Knee replacement surgery and Endoscopy
St. Andrew's Residence, PNR 513 - Pre-Grad Consolidation, 400, Medication administration, IM and SC injections, Wound assessment and dressing changes, Conducting focused assessments on patients, Documentation of patients' assessments, Collaborating with other healthcare members including physicians, registered nurses, and health professionals to provide comprehensive care to residents, Participating in emergency response activities like resuscitation, Aggressive person and fire drill
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