Brenda Cirilo
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level RN position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
10.2023 - Current
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Of Alberta Hospital - 3D3
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
Psychiatric Aide
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
06.2012 - 12.2022
- Took and monitored vital signs, administered medications, and managed patient behavior.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to each patient''s specific needs and goals.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through effective communication during handoff reports with fellow aides and nursing staff.
- Minimized potential for crisis situations by promptly identifying at-risk behaviors or emotional triggers among patients.
Education
Practical Nurse Diploma
Norquest College
Edmonton, AB10.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Pines City Colleges
Baguio City, Philippines03.2006
Skills
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Licensed RN
- Medication Distribution
- Connect Care trained
- Compassion and Empathy
- Physical assessments
- Wound Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Knowledgeable of DSM-5 and Alberta Mental Health Act
- Wound Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- DSM-5 and Alberta Mental Health Act
RELEVANT CLINICAL PRACTICE
10/2022 - ACUTE CARE - SURGERY (4 weeks) - University of Alberta Hospital, Unit 3D3 Burns and Plastics
09/2022 - ACUTE CARE - MEDICINE (4 weeks) - University of Alberta Hospital, Unit 5D2
01/2022 - CONTINUING CARE (4 weeks) - Capital Care Lynnwood, Unit 2PP
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
10.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
University Of Alberta Hospital - 3D3
04.2023 - 12.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
01.2023 - 10.2023
Psychiatric Aide
Villa Caritas - Covenant Health
06.2012 - 12.2022
Practical Nurse Diploma
Norquest College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Pines City Colleges
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