AMANPAL SINGH
CALGARY,Canada
Summary
Personable and empathetic individual with passion for patient care and well-being. Solid understanding of medical terminology and patient care procedures, along with proficiency in administering medication and wound care. Committed to delivering quality healthcare and enhancing patient outcomes through compassionate and efficient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethany Care Society
02.2023 - Current
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to establish proper patient care and provide education to patients and family members.
- Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
- Managed daily staff assignments and patient scheduling to guarantee clinic coverage and flow.
- Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, Suctions, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety through diligent monitoring of potential hazards within the clinical setting as well as proactive identification of areas requiring improvement or intervention efforts.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments using PCC.
- Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities in collaboration with case managers to facilitate seamless transitions between healthcare settings for optimal recovery outcomes.
- Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
- Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.
- Assisted in coordinating transfers, discharges and admissions to establish smooth transition of patients.
- Maintained strict compliance with regulatory guidelines governing the practice of nursing within the facility environment at all times.
- Maintained detailed records of patients'' medical histories, conditions, and treatments to ensure accurate documentation and continuity of care.
- Communicated effectively with patients'' family members regarding treatment plans and progress updates, providing reassurance during difficult times.
- Performed wound care management with meticulous attention to detail, minimizing the risk of complications or infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for improved patient outcomes and streamlined care processes.
- Enhanced patient care by effectively assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating individualized nursing interventions.
- Administered medications accurately and safely to maintain optimal patient health during treatments.
- Provided compassionate support to patients and families coping with illness or injury, fostering trust and positive relationships.
- Supervised nursing assistants and unlicensed staff members, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures for quality care provision.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when analyzing complex patient situations, synthesizing information from multiple sources to develop appropriate action plans.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
- Provided diagnosis information, treatment possibilities, disease management tips and wound care advice to patients, loved ones and caregivers.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
AgeCare Glenmore
01.2023 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Ravines Park Avenue
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, HDC insertion and medication administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
HCA
Bethany Seniors
09.2021 - 11.2022
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Registered Nurse
Johal Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- 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.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse
Janta Hospital
11.2017 - 01.2018
Nursing Instructor
Majha College of Nursing
01.2012 - 08.2012
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
Education
RN
01-2024
CPR
BLS
01-2024
Licence Practitioner Nurse -
REX-PN
01.2022
Health Care Aid - Provincial Curriculum
MTG Health Care Academy
01.2021
Post graduate diploma - General arts and science
Niagara college
Welland, Ontario01.2014
Post graduate diploma - Community mental health
Niagara college
Welland, Ontario01.2013
Bachelors - science of nursing
Bharat institute of nursing training
Jalandhar, Punjab01.2011
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound care
- Infection control
- Clinical documentation
- Clinical judgment
- Patient triaging
- Writing reports
- Preventive care
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Compassionate care
- ADL assistance
- Mental health support
- Geriatric care
- EMR / EHR
- Care planning
- Medical records management
- Behavioral assessment
- Physical assessment
- Health education
- Transcribing orders
- Family communication
- Caregiving skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Medication administration
- End-of-life care
- Staff supervision
- Palliative care
- Quality assurance
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Patient safety protocols
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Staff direction and task delegation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- CPR/AED
- Dementia knowledge and care
- Nursing intervention evaluations
- Critical thinking
- Experience LTC, SL4, ALC
Accomplishments
- Passed RN exam recently.
- HCA Certified and LPN licensed, worked as Health Care Aid and LPN from past 5 years in Canada.
- Worked as Registered nurse in India.
- Security cleared, CRB checked and SIA registered.
- First Aid Certificate.
- A flexible approach to working shifts as required to suit business requirements.
- Committed to complying to the highest workplace standards in terms of attendance, health and safety, and conduct towards the public.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Comfortable working alone or as part of a team.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Elementary
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Bethany Care Society
02.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
AgeCare Glenmore
01.2023 - 03.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
The Ravines Park Avenue
11.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Johal Hospital
08.2022 - 09.2022
HCA
Bethany Seniors
09.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse
Janta Hospital
11.2017 - 01.2018
Nursing Instructor
Majha College of Nursing
01.2012 - 08.2012
Health Care Aid - Provincial Curriculum
MTG Health Care Academy
Post graduate diploma - General arts and science
Niagara college
Post graduate diploma - Community mental health
Niagara college
Bachelors - science of nursing
Bharat institute of nursing training
RN
CPR
BLS
Licence Practitioner Nurse -
REX-PN
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