Breanna Mckerchar
Meacham,SK
Summary
Detail-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse with four years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking, prioritizing patient needs, problem-solving and managing conflict. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Ability to work well independently and great team member.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- Pediatric Outpatient Department
Saskatoon, SK
10.2024 - Current
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- Maternal Services
Saskatoon, SK
07.2022 - Current
- Managing 6-8 patients per shift.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Educated new parents on how to properly care for infants by instructing parents on bottle feeding, bathing, circumcision care and breastfeeding.
- Responded to emergencies and critical situations to provide prompt and appropriate care.
- Educated and assisted students with patient care, time management and nursing skills.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- SPH, 6th Medicine
Saskatoon, SK
09.2021 - Current
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Managed caseload of 8 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - Long-Term Care
St. Walburg, SK
09.2019 - 08.2021
- Charge nurse in a thirty bed facility.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences to discuss patient care plans and referrals.
- Completed psychosocial evaluations and needs assessments.
- Preserved and prepared reports and treatment records.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
- Managed caseload to satisfy multiple patients with diverse needs.
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, documentation of services and case notes.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan Canada - Long-Term Care
Penticton, BC
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lloyd Specialist Clinic
Lloydminster, AB
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisting Dr. Sagren Reddy with minor surgical procedures including removal of lesions, cysts, polyps and sutures.
- Providing education for pre-op and post-operative care.
- Keeping detailed and up to date record of patient information.
- Prepare and safely store pathological samples for laboratory pick-up.
- Organizing and providing sterile instruments for physician during procedure.
Education
Practical Nurse
Northern Lakes College
Lloydminster, AB05.2019
Skills
- Communication
- Organizational
- Complex Problem Solving
- Detail Oriented
- Leadership
- Microsoft Word & Excel
- TLR 2024
- WHIMIS 2025
- Neonatal Resuscitation Course 2023
- Gentle Persuasion Approach 2020
- Workplace Incident Reporting 2019
CPR/AED Level HCP 2025
References
References ready upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- Pediatric Outpatient Department
10.2024 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- Maternal Services
07.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority- SPH, 6th Medicine
09.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Good Samaritan Canada - Long-Term Care
02.2020 - 11.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - Long-Term Care
09.2019 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
Lloyd Specialist Clinic
06.2019 - 01.2020
Practical Nurse
Northern Lakes College