Amanda Needham
Kingston,Canada
Summary
Currently employed on the Seniors Mental Health unit at Providence Care Hospital. Since joining the organization in October 2022, have become a dedicated member of the team. A self-starter who is always eager to bring confidence and an empathetic care approach to each new experience. Confident with possession of the skills, commitment and knowledge required to join the Plan A team as a Registered Practical Nurse.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Seniors Mental Health
Providence Care Hospital
2022.10 - Current
- Continuously demonstrates knowledge and skill in the care of clients with severe and persistent mental illness; inclusive of assessment; problem identification and current treatment modalities
- Contributes to patient care independently and through collaboration with team members
- Provides ongoing health teaching and nursing support for dementia patients according to their care plan
Wound Clinic Placement
CBI Health
2022.05 - 2022.07
- Provided direct patient care for wounds such as diabetic ulcers, trauma related and post-surgical
- Assessed and monitored effectiveness of treatment plan and adjusted accordingly
- Provided catheter care, PleurX drainage, CADD antibiotic administration, and other outpatient procedures as required
Medical-Surgical Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2022.03 - 2022.04
- Provided bedside care under the full scope of a student RPN
- Provided therapeutic and medicinal pain management for patients in accordance with their plan of care
- Ensured a safe patient environment while on duty
Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic Placement
Hotel Dieu Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.02
- Monitored and assisted with management of patient flow to treatment rooms
- Prepared and accurately labelled specimens for lab analysis
- Observed patient consultations and treatments with audiologists, otolaryngologists, and speech pathologists
- Collected and documented thorough health histories to support effective patient care
Personal Support Worker
Plan A
2021.01 - 2022.01
- Demonstrated competent and compassionate care of elderly clients in a long term care setting within my scope of practice
Obstetrics Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2021.11 - 2021.12
- Performed thorough assessments on newborns, postpartum and gynecological patients
- Provided extensive health teaching relating to newborn and mother care during hospital stay and after discharge
- Developed and implemented nursing care plans that supported comprehensive patient care
- Administered medication under clinical instructor supervision
Adult Mental Health Placement
Providence Care Hospital
2021.09 - 2021.10
- Performed comprehensive patient assessments and evaluation of physical, emotional, and behavioural status
- Developed communication techniques and strategies to support effective patient care
- Administered medication under clinical instructor supervision
Medicine Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2021.01 - 2021.04
- Developed knowledge regarding care for patients with multiple comorbidities
- Established therapeutic relationships with patient assignment
- Honed documentation skills relating to patient status
Operations Associate
BlackRock Canada
2015.01 - 2018.01
Volunteer Experience Coordinator-Canadian Division
BlackRock Canada
2015.01 - 2018.01
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, Ontario01.2022
Bachelor of Arts and Science -
Queen’s University
Kingston, Ontario01.2011
Skills
- De-escalation techniques
- Psychoeducation delivery
- Therapeutic relationship
- Clinical documentation
Certificationandtraining
- N95 Mask Fit Test Certificate, 01/01/21
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training, 04/30/23, 01/01/21
- CPR-BLH/HCP, 08/31/24, 01/01/21
Volunteerhistory
Volunteer Experience Coordinator-Canadian Division, BlackRock Canada, Toronto, ON, 01/01/15, 12/31/18
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Timeline
Seniors Mental Health
Providence Care Hospital
2022.10 - Current
Wound Clinic Placement
CBI Health
2022.05 - 2022.07
Medical-Surgical Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2022.03 - 2022.04
Ear, Nose and Throat Clinic Placement
Hotel Dieu Hospital
2022.01 - 2022.02
Obstetrics Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2021.11 - 2021.12
Adult Mental Health Placement
Providence Care Hospital
2021.09 - 2021.10
Personal Support Worker
Plan A
2021.01 - 2022.01
Medicine Placement
Kingston Health Sciences Centre
2021.01 - 2021.04
Operations Associate
BlackRock Canada
2015.01 - 2018.01
Volunteer Experience Coordinator-Canadian Division
BlackRock Canada
2015.01 - 2018.01
Bachelor of Arts and Science -
Queen’s University
Practical Nursing Diploma -
St. Lawrence College