Alana Thompson
Brechin
Summary
Knowledgeable Licensed Practical Nurse with deep understanding of patient care and medical procedures. Successfully managed diverse patient needs in various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction. Demonstrated strong communication and problem-solving skills while working collaboratively with healthcare teams.
Overview
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Certification
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32
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Creston Valley Hospital/Dialysis/Home Health
Creston, BC
08.2017 - Current
- Executed care plan for wound care, ensuring optimal healing and patient comfort
- Medication administration, wasting and Pyxis
- IV start, Taking Vitals, Head to toe assessments, Catheter removal/insertion, bladder scan
- Performed access and needling for TCC, fistula, and graft sites in a clinical setting.
- Observed and reported substantial findings and changes in behavior.
- Work as a team with Physicians, Nephrologist’s, OT’s and PT’s, RN’s, LPN’s, CCA’s
- Facilitated ambulation, positioning, and transferring of patients, enhancing comfort and promoting independence in daily activities
Licensed Practical Nurse
Swan Valley Lodge
Creston, BC
08.2017 - Current
- Assisted with medication management and health monitoring for clients' well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop tailored care plans.
- Trained new staff on procedures, safety protocols, and client care techniques.
- Administered medications and monitored patient vitals in accordance with care plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crestview Care Village
Creston, BC
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Implemented individualized care plan to meet patient needs
- Administered medications to patients according to prescribed schedules
- Assisting with ambulation, positioning and transferring and activities of daily life
- Observed and reported substantial findings and changes in behavior to ensure timely interventions
- Worked as a team with RN’s, LPN’s, Care Aides and Physicians to relay client needs to enhance the best care plan for the client
- Assisted with ambulation, positioning, transferring, and activities of daily living to promote patient comfort and independence
Health Care Aide/Talent Manager
Nurse Next Door
Waverley, NS
09.2013 - 08.2015
- Following a care plan
- Provided compassionate palliative care to patients
- Assisting with ambulation, positioning and transferring
- Assisting with eating, dressing, toileting, bathing
- Managed difficult-to-handle clients by leveraging strong communication skills to build trust and rapport
- Worked as a team with other healthcare professionals
- Oversaw daily operations of the team
- Conducted hiring process including first contact interviews, hosting discovery days, and preparing client care packages
- Identified and matched qualified candidates to meet specific client needs
- Facilitated patient self-actualization through support
- Provided personalized care and support to clients in daily living activities.
Owner/Operator/Early Childhood Educator
Alana’s Kreative Kare
Fall River, NS
02.2009 - 09.2014
- Lesson planning, outings and crafts
- Managed payroll, inventory, and bank deposits for over $100,000 budget
- Authored daily, weekly, and monthly reports, consent forms, menus, and contracts to ensure compliance and communication
- Ensured general well-being of children by managing feeding and changing schedules.
- Writing daily/weekly/monthly reports, consent forms, menus and contracts
- Payroll, inventory and bank deposits. Over $100,000 budget
- Oversaw daily operations at daycare centre to ensure a safe environment for children.
Health Care Aide
Shelburne Residence Nursing Home
Shelburne, ON
07.2002 - 03.2004
- Provided compassionate palliative care to patients
- Observed and reported substantial findings verbally and on charts to inform care decisions
- Reported changes in health, cognitive, and physical behavior to ensure timely interventions
- Collaborated with RN’s, RPN’s, Physicians, and Occupational and Physiotherapists to coordinate patient care
- Other HCA duties as per Nurse Next Door
Manager of Youth Employment Program
Ontario Teen Program
Northern & Central, ON
09.1994 - 01.2000
- Trained and coached managers and teens in sales to enhance team engagement and performance
- Organized fundraising events for local charities and food banks
- Organized outings and bonuses for managers and team players to promote teamwork and morale
Education
LPN Program - Practical Nursing
College of the Rockies
Cranbrook, BC01-2017
Skills
- Dialysis and long-term care
- Wound care management
- First aid and CPR
- LPN: BC & RPN: ONT, HCA registration
- CLPNBC standards knowledge
- Updated Criminal record and Child abuse registry check
- Community health initiatives
- Member of the British Columbia Nurses Union (BCNU)
- Member of the Canadian Nursing Students Association (CNSA)
- Computer proficiency in Excel, Word, and Power Point
- Management and childcare
Certification
Violence Prevention Training Certificate 2024, Advanced Foot Care Nursing Certificate 2021, Dialysis Certificate 2020, Mental Health First Aid Training 2016, Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety (CCOHS) 2016, Palliative Care Certificate 2002
Workshops and Conferences
- Provincial Violence Prevention Workshop – Interior Health November 2022
- Nurses Skill Day – Whitehorse General Hospital – June 2017
- Canadian Nursing Students Association National Conference (Winnipeg, Manitoba) January 2017
- Canadian Nursing Students Association National Conference (Sault St. Marie, ON) January 2016
- British Columbia Nurses Union Practice Conference (Richmond, BC) – February – March 2016
- Alzheimer’s Disease - September 2017
- Hospice Care
Languages
English
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Crestview Care Village
10.2018 - 03.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Creston Valley Hospital/Dialysis/Home Health
08.2017 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Swan Valley Lodge
08.2017 - Current
Health Care Aide/Talent Manager
Nurse Next Door
09.2013 - 08.2015
Owner/Operator/Early Childhood Educator
Alana’s Kreative Kare
02.2009 - 09.2014
Health Care Aide
Shelburne Residence Nursing Home
07.2002 - 03.2004
Manager of Youth Employment Program
Ontario Teen Program
09.1994 - 01.2000
LPN Program - Practical Nursing
College of the Rockies