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Barb Dorigatti

Red Deer

Summary

With a proven track record at Alberta Health Services, I excel in patient education and nursing team leadership, significantly enhancing community health outcomes. My expertise in clinical risk evaluation and ability to lead teams through crisis situations underscore my commitment to excellence in healthcare.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Sexual Health Nurse

Alberta Health Services
07.2022 - Current
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards as according to Alberta Treatment Guidelines for Sexually Transmitted Infections.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures including IUD and implant insertions.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.

Public Health Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services
08.2001 - Current
  • Conducted home visits for high-risk pregnant women and new mothers, providing education and support for improved maternal and infant health. Offering clinical assessments and ongoing lactation support.
  • Visited homes, assessing patient and family needs.
  • Increased immunization rates through the implementation of vaccination clinics and education programs. Maintained competency throughout including infant, youth and high risk adult immunizations including pre and post transplant immunizations.

Assisted in the development of culturally sensitive materials for diverse communities, facilitating increased understanding of available services and resources. Worked extensively with the New Canadian population upon their arrival into our community through interpreted health information, immunizations and post natal care.

  • Developed public health interventions for at-risk populations, reducing the spread of communicable diseases. Was an active member of the Tuberculosis team following clients through Latent and active tuberculosis treatment, overseeing direct observation therapy and 4-9 month treatment for latent cases.
  • Developed strong partnerships with local organizations to address social determinants affecting community wellness collaboratively.
  • Provided training and supervision to nursing staff in the delivery of evidence-based public health services.

Assistant Head Nurse COVID Assessment Team

Alberta Health Services
10.2020 - 04.2022
  • Participated in emergency response efforts when necessary, demonstrating quick thinking abilities during crisis situations. New information on the COVID pandemic occurred frequently changing testing requirements and isolation criteria. Active team lead to role out first immunizations offered to long term care residents and healthcare staff. Ensured high level of competency for all staff through the ongoing changes when vaccine roll out extended to the public.
  • Ensured all staff educated with new COVID guidelines to effectively communicate with the public through testing and immunizations.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices. Orientated and educated all new staff to testing procedures and immunizations

Education

Bachelor Of Nursing Degree -

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge, AB

Skills

  • Health Education
  • Nursing Team Leadership
  • Community Health Education
  • Patient Assessments
  • Venipuncture Proficiency
  • Patient Evaluation and Management
  • Clinical Risk Evaluation
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Effective Clinical Assessment

Timeline

Sexual Health Nurse

Alberta Health Services
07.2022 - Current

Assistant Head Nurse COVID Assessment Team

Alberta Health Services
10.2020 - 04.2022

Public Health Registered Nurse

Alberta Health Services
08.2001 - Current

Bachelor Of Nursing Degree -

University of Lethbridge
Barb Dorigatti