Andrea Desgagnes
Summary
Offering solid foundation in healthcare principles and strong desire to learn and grow in this environment. Brings ability to quickly acquire essential nursing practices and techniques, including patient assessment and care planning. Ready to use and develop skills in patient care and medical procedures.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Villa Youville, Nursing Home
01.2023 - Current
- Ensured resident care was provided with established nursing standards and principles, physicians' orders and administrative policies.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Enhanced resident satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Health Sciences Centre
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Université De Saint-Boniface
Winnipeg06-2022
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Care plan development
- Team coordination
- Long-term care
- Professional bedside manner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Villa Youville, Nursing Home
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
Health Sciences Centre
09.2022 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Université De Saint-Boniface
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