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BRIANNA BASTOCK

Regina,SK

Summary

Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 10 years of expertise in treating patients with cancer and complicated health conditions. Compassionate, caring and hardworking individual looking for a full time RN position

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Allan Blair Cancer Centre
09.2020 - Current
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Registered Nurse- 3B Oncology

Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2013 - 08.2024
  • I am currently seeking a full-time RN position with the Allan Blair Cancer Clinic
  • Skills - Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills - Central line and IV skills - Strong head to toe assessments focused around cancer - ELNEC training (End-Of-Life-Care) patients - Trained and worked in the Charge Nurse role - Able to form and build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, that include education, counseling, and support
  • Orientated new nursing staff to our unit
  • Great at time management and critical thinking - Chemotherapy drug administration.

Registered Nurse- Endoscopy Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions
  • Treated patients using pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatment modalities to address various disorders, diseases, and injuries
  • Documented all therapies, including gastroscopies and colonoscopies to keep patient charts up-to-date
  • Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological, and spiritual support
  • Used facility EMR system to update patient records, transmit prescriptions, and transfer files
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

University of Saskatchewan
Regina, SK
06.2013

Skills

  • Broad medical terminology knowledge
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Chemotherapy drug therapy management including iv, subcutaneous and oral administration
  • Diagnostic tools experience
  • Excellent multi-tasking and organizational skill
  • Strong head to toe assessments based around oncology patients
  • Able to form and build therapeutic relationships with patients and their families; including education, counselling and support
  • Good at time management and critical thinking
  • Central line changes and procedures
  • ELNEC training (end of life care)
  • Trained in Charge Nurse role
  • Preceptor for 4th year nursing degree students
  • Orientating new staff members to the unit

Certification

  • BLS/CPR certification (updated June 2023)
  • TLR training (updated in May 2024)
  • WHMIS certification (updated May 2024)
  • CRNS Licensed (Updated September 2024)

References

  • Erin West, Interim Clinical Resource Nurse Unit 3B Oncology, Co-Worker, 306-733-2635, 306-536-3260, erin.west@saskhealthauthority.ca
  • Marla Fraser, Provincial Curriculum Coordinator for Sask Polytech Practical Nursing Program, Friend, 306-529-5357
  • Carolyn Harty, Registered Nurse, Co-worker, 306-540-7460

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Allan Blair Cancer Centre
09.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse- Endoscopy Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
11.2018 - 03.2019

Registered Nurse- 3B Oncology

Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2013 - 08.2024

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

University of Saskatchewan

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