Ashley Turpin
Oshawa
Summary
Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse with experience at Lakeridge Health, skilled in patient assessment and compassionate care. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and effective communication. Expertise in oncology and palliative care, fostering trust and rapport while ensuring optimal treatment plans. Committed to promoting health and well-being in diverse patient populations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Lakeridge Health
11.2020 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
06.2016 - 11.2020
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for care, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa04-2026
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Athabasca University
Athabasca08-2022
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON04-2016
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Health promotion
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Care plan development
- Compassion and empathy
- Oncology
- Palliative Care
Certification
- Provincial Standardized Chemotherapy and Biotherapy Course – DeSouza Institute (Enrolled Current)
- Complex Malignant Hematoloy - DeSouza Institute January 2024
- Foundations in Oncology – DeSouza Institute October 2021
- LEAP Core – July 2020
- CAPCE Palliative Care – July 2018
- Enhance Foundations of Palliative Care – August 2017
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Lakeridge Health
11.2020 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
SE Health
06.2016 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ontario Tech University
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Athabasca University
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Fleming College
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