Alyssa Ducusin

Responsible and reliable nursing student seeking to obtain a position to gain more working experience. Well-qualified professional with solid background focused on evaluating patients and to help patients reduce symptoms, improve quality of life and resolve problems. Looking to bring many years of experience to a challenging new role. Strong interest in pursuing a healthcare career focused on mental health, labor and delivery, or neonatal intensive care (NICU), with a commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care.

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Maternity/Postpartum 

96 hours

• Supported postpartum assessments by performing fundal height checks, monitoring lochia, and recording vital signs
• Provided newborn care, including full physical assessments, bathing, vital sign monitoring, and diaper changes
• Assisted in pain management by facilitating medication administration under the supervision of the assigned nurse

Lakeridge Health Oshawa

Surgery Inpatient 

96 hours

• Conducted comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and recorded vital signs accurately
• Documented patient findings and clinical observations using EPIC
• Administered medications under the supervision of the assigned nurse
• Performed wound care alongside co-assigned nurse, including dressing changes, and monitored for signs of infection
• Participated in care planning and discharge education to support continuity of care
• Assisted with patient mobility and ADL's, including safe transfers and repositioning

Ontario Shores for Mental Health

Mental Health - CGP-C

192 hours

• Perform mental health assessments and monitor for any changes in mental status
• Build therapeutic relationships with patients
• Practice safe medication administration with co-assigned nurse
• Charted patient findings on MediTech

Durham Region Headquarters

Community Health - IPAC

200 hours

• Contributed to the development and review of policies using evidence-based best practice guidelines
• Adhered to Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) protocols to minimize the risk of transmission
• Collaborated effectively with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to support coordinated, high-quality patient care