ANITA CONNICK
Mayfield
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Horizon Health Network, excelling in care of patients with renal failure and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing patient outcomes through effective fluid management and critical problem-solving. Committed to mentoring new staff and advocating for patients, ensuring high standards of care and ethical practices.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Horizon Health Network
06.2000 - Current
- Administered patient care and medication in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes to inform treatment decisions.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to enhance patient safety and outcomes.
- Conducted patient assessments to identify needs and coordinate appropriate interventions.
- Advocated for patients' needs, ensuring adherence to ethical standards in care provision.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- 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.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
Nursing
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario06-1995
Skills
- Dialysis machine operation
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Vascular Access care
- Fluid management
- Anemia management
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Nutritional counseling
- Lab result interpretation
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Organizational skills and problem solving
Accomplishments
Recipient of the Dr.S.P.Handa, Excellence in Nephrology Nursing
Languages
English
Certification
Nephrology
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Horizon Health Network
06.2000 - Current
Nursing
Algonquin College