ALPHONSA JOSE
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Lapointe- Fisher Nursing Home
2023.07 - Current
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Administered medications via oral and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through effective communication and teamwork with physicians, therapists, and support staff.
- Documented information in patients' electronic medical record, relaying information to clinicians and care providers to facilitate continuity of care.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
The Mount Continuing Care Community
2021.03 - 2022.05
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Registered Nurse
South Shore Villa
2016.01 - 2021.02
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Nurse
Parkview Manor
2015.04 - 2016.01
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Caressant Care
2014.12 - 2015.02
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
Maple Manor Nursing Home
2014.10 - 2015.02
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Nursing Student
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
2012.04 - 2012.09
- Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities and effectively communicating with healthcare team members.
- Supported nursing staff by performing routine tasks such as taking vitals, administering medications, and documenting patient information.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and empathetic communication during challenging situations.
- Assisted in the development of individualized care plans to effectively address each patient''s unique needs and preferences.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly responding to changing patient conditions and adjusting care strategies accordingly.
- Promoted a culture of learning within the clinical setting by sharing knowledge gained from educational experiences with peers and mentors.
Education
No Degree - DIPLOMA COURSE IN GERONTOLOGY AND CHRONIC ILLNESS
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON09.2013
No Degree - DIPLOMA COURSE IN CLINICAL AND CRITICAL CARE
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON09.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SMT NARAYANI D.R KARIGOWDA COLLEGE OF NURSING
KARNATAKA, INDIA06.2010
Skills
- Lab result interpretation
- Appointment Scheduling
- Mobility Assistance
- Healthcare billing
- Nursing staff leadership
- Health screening
- Emergency Response
- Chart updating
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Wound Care
- Diabetes management
- Precepting
- Care Planning
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Collecting vitals
- Patient and family advocacy
- Long-Term Care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
STANDARD FIRST AID AND CPR.
GENTLE PERSUASIVE APPROACH CERTIFICATION.
REGISTERED WITH THE COLLEGE OF NURSES OF ONTARIO AS AN RN # 14063096, SINCE AUGUST 2014
REMAINS IN GOOD STANDING WITH CNO
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Lapointe- Fisher Nursing Home
2023.07 - Current
Registered Nurse
The Mount Continuing Care Community
2021.03 - 2022.05
Registered Nurse
South Shore Villa
2016.01 - 2021.02
Registered Nurse
Parkview Manor
2015.04 - 2016.01
Registered Nurse
Caressant Care
2014.12 - 2015.02
Registered Nurse
Maple Manor Nursing Home
2014.10 - 2015.02
Nursing Student
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
2012.04 - 2012.09
No Degree - DIPLOMA COURSE IN GERONTOLOGY AND CHRONIC ILLNESS
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
No Degree - DIPLOMA COURSE IN CLINICAL AND CRITICAL CARE
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SMT NARAYANI D.R KARIGOWDA COLLEGE OF NURSING
STANDARD FIRST AID AND CPR.
GENTLE PERSUASIVE APPROACH CERTIFICATION.
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