Amber Huisman (Knorr)
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 10 years of experience in diverse hospital and clinic environments, specializing in patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. Proven ability to deliver high-quality care to patients with critical, acute, and chronic medical conditions. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN, Infusion Clinic
INVIVA- McKesson
Ottawa
09.2017 - Current
- Full-time staff nurse in a clinic setting.
- Experience providing care to pediatrics, adults, and geriatric patients across the Ottawa area.
- Responsible for the preparation and administration of biologics, oncology medications, and other specialty pharmaceutical products.
- Proficient at providing nursing care independently and in a team environment.
- Experience providing orientation and training for new staff members.
- Electronic documentation superuser.
RN, Dental Surgery
Argyle Associates
Ottawa
08.2017 - 06.2019
- Part-time staff nurse at an oral and maxillofacial surgery practice.
- Experience providing surgical nursing care, including the administration of intravenous deep sedation, airway maintenance, and assisting the surgeon as required.
- Responsible for providing post-operative care and health teaching to patients and their families.
RN, Emergency Department
Ottawa General Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017
- Completed a six-week critical care training course to care for patients in the areas of urgent care, observation, and emergent care (cardiac monitoring unit).
- Provided care for a wide range of adult and geriatric patients, including surgical, medical, cardiac, psychiatric, urological, thoracic, intensive care, etc.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
RN, Acute Medicine
Kingston General Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2015
- Staff nurse experienced in managing the complex healthcare needs of individuals in an inpatient environment.
- Supervision of PSWs, nursing students, and volunteers.
- Advanced clinical skills, including telemetry, venipuncture, wound care, blood product transfusions, diabetes management, and palliative care.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Honours
Queen's University
Kingston, ON06.2014
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Colonel By Secondary School
Ottawa, ON06.2010
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Health teaching and education
- Critical thinking
- Medication management
- Emergency medical care
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), 05/2014- Present
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO), 09/2010- Present
- Ontario Nurses' Association (ONA), 05/2014- 01/2017
Accomplishments
● Dean’s Special Award, academic achievement, 09/2013
● Alice J. Baumgart Outstanding Academic Achievement award, 09/2011
● Ontario Volunteer Service Award, 09/2017
Certification
- PALS Provider, Heart and Stroke Foundation, 12/2018
- ACLS Provider, Premergency, 08/2018
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
RN, Infusion Clinic
INVIVA- McKesson
09.2017 - Current
RN, Dental Surgery
Argyle Associates
08.2017 - 06.2019
RN, Emergency Department
Ottawa General Hospital
10.2015 - 01.2017
RN, Acute Medicine
Kingston General Hospital
05.2014 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Nursing Science - Honours
Queen's University
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Colonel By Secondary School
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