Azalia Buddah-Williams
Summary
Compassionate and results-driven Registered Practical Nurse with over 5 years of diverse experience in acute care, long-term care, and community health settings. Proficient in medication administration, therapeutic communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in utilizing electronic documentation systems such as PointClickCare and Meditech to ensure accurate care planning and delivery. Dedicated to delivering patient-centered care that prioritizes safety, dignity, and quality outcomes.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Partners Community Health
07.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care and safety.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patients' unique needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident's outcomes through effective communication.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
Registered Practical Nurse
Holland Christian Homes
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Medication Administration
- Delegates and provides supervision and leadership for both regulated and unregulated members of healthcare team.
Personal Support Worker
Independent Homecare
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Turned and positioned bed bound patients to prevent pressure ulcers and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented strategies to enhance client engagement in social and recreational activities.
Personal Support Worker
In Home Care
08.2015 - 09.2018
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Provided compassionate personal care and support to clients in daily living activities.
Practical Nurse
Viv's Exc Rest Home
06.2014 - 06.2015
- Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Practical Nurse
Ken Home For The Aged
10.2013 - 05.2014
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels.
- Assist with Activities of Daily Living.
Practical Nurse
Manchester Infirmary
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring blood glucose.
- Assist with Ambulating.
Education
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma - Registered Practical Nursing
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON12.2022
Medical Laboratory Technician Diploma - Medical Laboratory Technician
Anderson College
Toronto, ON08.2016
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Davendre's Vocational Institute
08.2013
High School Certificate - Science
Garvey Maceo High School
06.2012
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Patient and Family Education
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient Advocacy
- Care Planning & Implementation
- Therapeutic Communication
- Time management
Certification
- Practical Nursing Diploma
- Medical Laboratory Technician Diploma
- Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Certification
- Registered Practical Nursing
- Certified in Standard First Aid & CPR/AED level C
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Holland Christian Homes Grace Manor 09/2022-12/2022
- Brampton Civic Hospital 05/2022-08/2022
- Peel Manor LTC 01/2022-04/2022
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Partners Community Health
07.2024 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Holland Christian Homes
09.2023 - 07.2024
Personal Support Worker
Independent Homecare
01.2020 - 05.2022
Personal Support Worker
Home Instead Senior Care
09.2018 - 01.2019
Personal Support Worker
In Home Care
08.2015 - 09.2018
Practical Nurse
Viv's Exc Rest Home
06.2014 - 06.2015
Practical Nurse
Ken Home For The Aged
10.2013 - 05.2014
Practical Nurse
Manchester Infirmary
08.2013 - 10.2013
Medical Laboratory Technician Diploma - Medical Laboratory Technician
Anderson College
Practical Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing
Davendre's Vocational Institute
High School Certificate - Science
Garvey Maceo High School
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma - Registered Practical Nursing
Sheridan College
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