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Ardelle Lowe

Edmonton,AB

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Covenant Health Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and treatment planning. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through empathetic care and effective family education. Skilled in medication distribution and crisis intervention, consistently achieving positive patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Enjoy working with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse, Woman's Health

Covenant Health Grey Nuns Hospital
02.1997 - Current
  • 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 charge nurses, 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.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new medical staff and nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills. This includes as a senior nurse, medical student advisor, clinical lab instructor and critical incident team member.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper postpartum care management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and postop management.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions during their stay and reinforced at discharge.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical and surgical procedures.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities as a MORE team member and NRP instructor
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale while a member of the MORE team
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients. In both med/surg and woman's health team member.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.

Registered Nurse

University of Alberta
12.1996 - 03.1998
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

Education

Nursing Diploma

University of Alberta School of Nursing
Edmonton
12-1992

Skills

  • Thorough patient assessments
  • Hands-on patient support
  • Patient-centered treatment design
  • Emotional awareness
  • Medication management
  • Monitoring patient vitals
  • Clinical evaluation of patients
  • Individualized patient care strategies
  • Family engagement education
  • Conducting physical assessments
  • Active listening and understanding
  • Patient education and counseling

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Woman's Health

Covenant Health Grey Nuns Hospital
02.1997 - Current

Registered Nurse

University of Alberta
12.1996 - 03.1998

Nursing Diploma

University of Alberta School of Nursing

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