ALWERTEENA JOSEPH
SCARBROUGH,Canada
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Northwood Care Inc., specializing in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and compassionate care. Skilled in wound care and effective communication, I have consistently improved patient satisfaction and staff performance. My leadership in clinical settings has fostered a results-driven environment, ensuring high-quality care and regulatory compliance. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills and multi-tasking.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE- CLINICAL LEADER
NORTHWOOD CARE- INC. LONGTERM CARE FACILITY
05.2021 - 05.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to long-term residents.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident''s needs and coordinated care for all residents
- Conducted Care Conferences with each residents and their families annually and enhanced resident satisfaction.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
- Increased patient engagement by organizing therapeutic activities and encouraging social interactions among residents.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, contributing to improved quality of care and regulatory compliance.
- Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Educated family members on disease processes, management techniques, and available resources for additional support.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing staffs and assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of care services while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Assisted physicians during rounds delivering timely updates on resident status improving overall collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Managed wound care efficiently coordinating with wound specialists when necessary resulting in faster healing rates.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms and implemented patient centered care.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical manager with current information.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based clinical practices and protocols.
- Managed quality care for residents in end-of-life.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwood Ivany Place
04.2020 - 08.2020
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse
Marymount Care Centre
03.2016 - 12.2019
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Utilized Epic care/ E-Mar to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Manipal Hospitals
02.2010 - 09.2011
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
- Assisted in the development of unit-specific protocols for common medical-surgical procedures, improving efficiency and standardizing practice across the team.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
Education
General Arts And Sciences
Niagara College
Welland, ONNursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Markham, ON2012
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Kempegowda College of Nursing
Bangalore, India2009
Skills
- Nursing staff Leadership and Problem solving
- Effective Communication
- Palliative care awareness
- Chronic Disease Management
- Electronic Medical Recording
- Wound Care
- Case Management
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Managing Deadlines
Affiliations
- College Of Nurses Of Ontario
- Nova Scotia College of Nursing
- Nursing and Midwifery Board of Ireland, 2016
- Karnataka State Nursing Council, 2010
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE- CLINICAL LEADER
NORTHWOOD CARE- INC. LONGTERM CARE FACILITY
05.2021 - 05.2024
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Northwood Ivany Place
04.2020 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse
Marymount Care Centre
03.2016 - 12.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Manipal Hospitals
02.2010 - 09.2011
General Arts And Sciences
Niagara College
Nursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
Kempegowda College of Nursing
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