Antonia Burnstick, BSN, RN
Toronto,ON
Summary
Compassionate and highly motivated new graduate who is recognized for exceptional communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and a calm demeanor in fast-paced environments. Eager to enhance expertise in fetal health assessment, neonatal care, and obstetrics while actively contributing to a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga - Medical-Surgery Unit
Toronto, ON
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Strengthened foundational assessment skills directly transferable to perinatal care, including monitoring vital signs, fluid balance, and overall patient stability
- Provided comprehensive care to individuals with acute and complex needs, including diabetes, wound care, post-surgical recovery, and chest tube maintenance.
- Monitored and recorded patient assessments, upheld infection prevention and control measures, and collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to design personalized care plans.
- Exhibited strong communication and interpersonal skills towards patients and families in high-stress and emotionally charged situations.
St. George Sienna - Long Term Care
Toronto, ON
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Cared for clients living with cognitive impairments, chronic diseases, and physical disabilities while establishing and monitoring tailored care strategies.
- Collaborated with preceptor to deliver care and medication administration for a diverse group of over 30 clients while improving time management skills and prioritizing tasks.
- Provided support for dementia clients through using calming techniques, safety assessments, medication administration and mobility support.
- Promoted client adherence to infection control measures, focusing on minimizing risk during COVID-19 outbreaks.
Humber River Hospital - Dialysis Unit
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Monitored and recorded patients' vital signs and weight before, during, and after treatment to ensure comprehensive care and to identify potential adverse reactions to the treatment.
- Facilitated material preparation and performed evaluations of central venous lines and artery vein fistulas to ensure patency and infection control.
- Swiftly managed patient care during adverse reactions to treatment. Alerted and collaborated with the nurse practitioner to stabilize the patient and enhanced outcomes through diligent monitoring.
- Assisted in completing discharge information after evaluating patient for treatment effectiveness while educating patient on findings.
EarlyON Parkdale
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Applied theoretical frameworks to foster growth and understanding of diverse social, cognitive, emotional, physical, and behavioral differences among various age groups.
- Cultivated therapeutic relationships with families and community members to enhance understanding of child development and educational engagement.
- Facilitated community development and strengthened connections among families within a safe environment at the EarlyON Centre.
Humber River Hospital - Respiratory Unit
Toronto, ON
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Achieved effective patient care by implementing best practices in trachea management, wound care, IV administration, and precise medication dosing.
- Implemented strategies for effective patient education, fostering family participation in client care.
- Gained experience conducting respiratory assessments, detecting oxygen saturation changes, monitoring ventilator settings, and assisting with airway clearance.
- Implemented structured time management techniques, prioritization skills and delegating abilities to optimize workflow efficiency.
Toronto Western Hospital - Medical-Surgery Unit
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Applied clear, concise, and accurate verbal, non-verbal, and written communication to foster trust and rapport with clients.
- Applied nursing principles and processes to deliver high-quality patient care while implementing evidence-informed care to enhance clinical decision-making.
- Facilitated collaboration among peers, clients, inter-professional team members, and the client's family to develop comprehensive care plans enhance patient health outcomes.
- Promoted client advocacy through empowering clients to participate in care planning and execution while being a mediator between the client and the healthcare system
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON06-2025
Certification
- Member of the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario
- Member of the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Certified in Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Canadian Red Cross
- Certified in Basic Life Support (HCP), Canadian Red Cross
Timeline
Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga - Medical-Surgery Unit
01.2025 - 04.2025
St. George Sienna - Long Term Care
09.2023 - 12.2023
Humber River Hospital - Dialysis Unit
01.2023 - 04.2023
EarlyON Parkdale
09.2022 - 12.2022
Humber River Hospital - Respiratory Unit
01.2022 - 04.2022
Toronto Western Hospital - Medical-Surgery Unit
09.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University