Anita Stroud
Waterloo,ON
Summary
Skilled Registered Practical Nurse with an extensive 28 years experience at St. Mary's General Hospital, and Grand River Hospital. Proficient in patient care, IV insertions and medication administration. Excelled in providing empathetic patient care and effectively collaborating with healthcare teams. Demonstrated proficiency in managing preoperative assessments and educating on postoperative care, significantly enhancing patient recovery experiences.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Registred Practical Nurse
Grand River Hospital
08.1996 - Current
- Educating mothers on breastfeeding techniques, assisting with latching, and providing guidance on breast care and milk supply management.
- Providing comprehensive care to newborns, including monitoring their health and feeding patterns.
- Provide specialized care to mothers and newborns during the postpartum period.
- Regularly assessing both mother and baby for any signs of complications or health concerns, such as postpartum hemorrhage, infection, or newborn jaundice.
- Collaborate with physicians, lactation consultants, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care and address any medical or social issues affecting the mother and baby
Registered Practical Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
06.2005 - Current
- Conducting thorough assessments of patients before surgery, including reviewing medical histories, performing physical examinations, and ensuring all necessary preoperative tests and procedures are completed.
- Providing detailed information to patients and their families about the planned surgery, including what to expect before, during, and after the procedure. This includes explaining preoperative instructions, as well as post operative instructions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, and wound dressing.
- Monitoring patients closely as they recover from anesthesia, assessing vital signs, managing pain, and observing for any signs of complications or adverse reactions to anesthesia.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, ON06.1996
Skills
- Competent in IV insertions
- Competent in preforming 12-lead EKG's
- Medication and IV administration
- CPR certified
- Provides empathy and support
- Communicated effectively and professionally with interdisciplinary team
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
06.2005 - Current
Registred Practical Nurse
Grand River Hospital
08.1996 - Current
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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