Arrikea Scott
Vaughan
Summary
I am a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and extensive experience in medical and acute care, rehabilitation, and palliative care. Proven ability to oversee health screening programs. Passionate and highly motivated, an accomplished leader and team player, recognized for initiative and performing above expectations. Comfortable working with vulnerable populations utilizing crisis management, therapeutic communication, and de-escalation strategies, while promoting patient quality of life and care. Recognized for exceptional interpersonal skills, initiative, and a strong work ethic, with a commitment to promoting patient quality of life and safety.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Integrated Care Supervisor
CANES Community Care
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised and manage patient care within the THP@Home Program, assessed client needs, determined eligibility, and coordinated access to services
- Developed and implemented individualized care plans in collaboration with patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure optimal health outcomes
- Act as a key liaison between patients, families, physicians, rehab therapists, and Credit Valley Hospital, ensuring seamless transitions of care
- Provide continuous care plan monitoring and adjustments, attending case conferences and multidisciplinary meetings to enhance patient well-being
- Educate patients and families on care options, navigating the healthcare system, and self-management strategies for improved quality of life
- Directly supervise multiple PSW subcontractors and nurses, ensuring high-quality service delivery and adherence to care plans
- Provide ongoing guidance, support, and performance management to staff, fostering a patient-centered and team-based approach to care
- Coordinate delegated act training for unregulated and regulated healthcare providers to ensure competency in care delivery
- Utilize AlayaCare for client documentation, care plan updates, and service coordination, ensuring real-time access to patient information
- Maintain and analyze patient care data using Excel, tracking service utilization, referrals, and program efficiency to support quality improvement initiatives
- Process service requests and referrals, ensuring timely and accurate documentation while safeguarding patient confidentiality and regulatory compliance
- Facilitate communication between primary care physicians, hospitals, and community resources to enhance patient access to essential healthcare services
- Assess for additional services or modifications to care plans, ensuring patients receive the appropriate level of support
- Advocate for patients’ needs, ensuring care plans align with their values, preferences, and medical requirements
Registered Nurse
Central West Ontario Health at Home
10.2015 - Current
- Assessed patient needs, monitored patients, and implemented appropriate nursing interventions to achieve best outcomes
- Managed medication administration and monitored patients for therapeutic effect and potential side effects
- Facilitated care for wounds, cellulitis, abscess, and diabetic foot ulcers
- Oversaw intravenous antibiotic therapy via CADD pump and gravity
- Administered medication and subcutaneous injections
- Monitored IV therapy, administering and discontinuing IVs according to current needs
- Catheterization and glucose monitoring
- Established and maintained a positive therapeutic relationship with clients and families
- Performed wound care dressing and medication administration as instructed and monitored health status changes in patients
- Conducted patient assessments and intervened using evidence-based rationale; collaborated with the health care team to provide the specific care needed to each patient
- Offered support to coworkers; promoted culture of loyalty and dedication
- Logged shift occurrence information; completed incident reports and undertook training and other duties as required
- Assessed and screened palliative patients
- Assisted in coordination of care with palliative patients to improve quality of life for patients and their families at all stages of the illness
- Conducted weekly follow ups to assist in pain and symptom management
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure holistic approach to care
- Supported families with Advance Care Planning
- Completed DNR status'
- Pain and symptom management
Hospital Care Coordinator
Mississauga Halton Ontario Health at Home
02.2020 - 01.2022
- Assessed referred patients for eligibility of services and identified patients of complex needs
- Created a care plan based on those needs
- Worked in collaboration with patient, care giver/ family and other members of the health care team
- Provides care coordination by authorizing services based on referral source
- Collaborates with service providers to ensure quality, cost effective and timely services
- Ongoing assessment and monitoring to support maintenance of patients records as well as adjustments to service plan based on patients’ needs
- Document using CHRIS application in accordance with Personal Health Information Protection Act, the College and other standards
- Advocates for patients to ensure positive outcomes
Registered Practical Nurse
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority
07.2012 - 01.2016
- Worked with a team of professionals in order to provide and plan best care for the clients to meet their goals
- Delivered excellent therapeutic care to patients and provided emotional support for their families
- Exhibited proficiency in the use of Meditech, point click care, nexxys and telemedicine
- Facilitated point of care testing health screening (hemocue, glucometer, I-stat, EKG)
- Processed medical directives, organized doctors’ clinics, and handled and collected all laboratory specimens
- Facilitated safe and accurate administration of medication and treatments provided to residents
- Completed regular assessments of resident needs through planning and evaluation of resident care plans
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to provide care for patients
- Maintained a positive and clean working environment and ensured health and safety standards were met
- Manage and maintain inventory, including the ordering and restocking of supplies when needed
- Daily and weekly checks of operation and maintenance of medical equipment as per clinic protocols
- Documented and maintain client health records in compliance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA)
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McMaster-Mohawk Collaborative Nursing Program
Hamilton, ON04-2016
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON04-2010
Skills
- Administrative Support
- Professional Responsibility
- Practical Nursing Diploma
- Patient & Family Centered Care
- Care Planning & Development
- Medical-Surgical Experience
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Activities of Daily Living
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Point Click Care
- Telemedicine
Core Areas Of Strength
- Administrative Support
- Professional Responsibility
- Patient & Family Centered Care
- Care Planning & Development
- Medical-Surgical Experience
- Cross-Cultural Communication
- Activities of Daily Living
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Standard First Aid- Health Care Provider | Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) | Basic Physical Assessment | IV Therapy and Phlebotomy | Coronary Care 1 | Leadership and Management | LEAP Certified | Advanced Wound Care
Timeline
Integrated Care Supervisor
CANES Community Care
11.2024 - Current
Hospital Care Coordinator
Mississauga Halton Ontario Health at Home
02.2020 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Central West Ontario Health at Home
10.2015 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Weeneebayko Area Health Authority
07.2012 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
McMaster-Mohawk Collaborative Nursing Program
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Sheridan College
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