Andrea Katipunan
Montréal,Canada
Summary
With nearly 10 years of experience as an Occupational Health Nurse at Philippines' top private corporation, my background includes a strong foundation in clinical skills, healthcare knowledge, and a track record of delivering exceptional patient care. I completed the Professional Integration Program for internationally educated nurses at John Abbott College in Quebec, which provided valuable clinical exposure at Montreal General Hospital and Lakeshore General Hospital. Building on this foundation, I expanded my expertise as a Postpartum Nurse, offering vital support to new mothers and infants. Additionally, I received comprehensive training as an Operating Room Nurse at MUHC and played a crucial role in the second wave of the pandemic by working in the Acute Care Emergency Room. Currently, thriving in my role as an Endoscopic Urology Operating Room Nurse at the Glen, where I utilize my expertise and passion to consistently deliver exceptional patient care.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Endoscopic Urology Nurse
Royal Victoria Hospital
04.2021 - Current
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing comprehensive explanations of procedures and answering questions regarding their care plan.
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Provided high level of individualized care to adult patients suffering from various urological conditions.
- Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
- Performed minimally invasive procedures, reducing patient discomfort and recovery time while maintaining high success rates.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing interventions for managing urinary incontinence, enhancing patient quality of life.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive urology care and education.
- Facilitated strong relationships between patients, families, and healthcare providers by serving as a knowledgeable resource on urological issues.
- Contributed to the professional development of nursing staff through mentorship and ongoing training in urology best practices.
- Maintained a safe and sterile environment during urologic procedures, minimizing infection risks.
Operating Room Nurse (Trainee)
McGill University Health Center, MUHC
09.2020 - 04.2021
- Performed preoperative assessments on patients and evaluated overall health.
- Implemented strict infection control measures, maintaining a sterile environment for all surgical procedures.
- Kept count of all surgical instruments and sponges used during operations and procedures.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information throughout the perioperative process, ensuring seamless transitions between care stages.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
Emergency Room Nurse
Hopital Lachine
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
- Educated patients and their families on condition management, treatment plans, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills in rapidly changing situations, making quick decisions that positively impacted patient outcomes.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Postpartum Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2020
- Monitored both mother and baby''s vital signs, ensuring timely identification of potential complications.
- Reduced patient anxiety by fostering a supportive and nurturing environment during their stay.
- Improved continuity of care by coordinating discharge planning activities with social workers, case managers, and home healthcare providers.
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Monitored and assessed mother and newborn after delivery to ascertain proper healing and recovery.
- Administered medications as prescribed, closely monitoring for any adverse reactions or side effects.
- Educated patients on newborn care, breastfeeding techniques, and postpartum self-care practices.
- Collaborated with obstetricians and pediatricians to ensure seamless care transitions for both mother and baby during the postpartum period.
- Assisted mothers in establishing breastfeeding relationships with infants with proper latching demonstrations.
- Facilitated successful breastfeeding experiences by providing guidance, support, and education to new mothers struggling with latching or milk supply issues.
- Provided emotional support to new parents experiencing stress or difficulties adapting to parenthood.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Occupational Health Nurse
Shopping Center Management Corp
08.2008 - 02.2016
- Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
- Enhanced employee productivity by providing prompt and effective medical care for work-related illnesses and injuries.
- Promoted high level of service to every individual while observing confidentiality rules and company regulations.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding occupational health concerns, promoting an open dialogue around workplace safety issues.
- Developed targeted injury prevention programs through careful analysis of incident trends, leading to fewer workplace accidents.
- Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
- Streamlined the workers'' compensation process, ensuring timely payments and proper medical treatment for injured employees.
- Provided ongoing health education to employees, fostering a culture of wellness and selfcare.
- Analyzed organizational ergonomics for optimal workstation design that reduced strain-related injuries.
- Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations.
- Led first aid training sessions to increase emergency preparedness among staff members.
- Managed immunization campaigns, significantly reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the company.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with physicians or other licensed practitioners to arrange further medical treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive employee wellness programs that addressed physical, mental, and emotional health.
- Assisted with accident investigation program to identify root cause of incidents and near-misses.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing Major in Adult Health
Saint Paul University of The Philippines
Tuguegarao, Philippines08-2024
Professional Integration Program for Internationally Educated Nurses -
John Abbott College
Quebec City, QC08.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mt. Carmel College
04.2006
Skills
- Workplace Safety
- Hazard Identification
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Aseptic Technique
- Urologic Surgery Assistance
- Infection control measures
- Team Coordination
- Physical assessments
- Nursing staff leadership
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Supply Restocking
- Newborn care
- Postpartum Care
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Professional Working
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Organizationsaffiliations
- Orde des Infirmières/Infirmièrs du Quebec (OIIQ), OIIQ Registered Nurse Exam, 09/19
- Philippine Nursing Association, Philippine RN Examination, 2007
- Philippines Occupational Health Nurses Association, former member
Interests
- Cooking
- Home Brewing
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
- Wine Tasting
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Music
- Hiking
- Gardening
Timeline
Endoscopic Urology Nurse
Royal Victoria Hospital
04.2021 - Current
Emergency Room Nurse
Hopital Lachine
12.2020 - 02.2021
Operating Room Nurse (Trainee)
McGill University Health Center, MUHC
09.2020 - 04.2021
Postpartum Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
07.2019 - 09.2020
Occupational Health Nurse
Shopping Center Management Corp
08.2008 - 02.2016
Professional Integration Program for Internationally Educated Nurses -
John Abbott College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mt. Carmel College
Master of Science - Nursing Major in Adult Health
Saint Paul University of The Philippines
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