Bridget Barton
Uxbridge
Summary
Compassionate and driven new grad with practical knowledge gained through clinical practice and academic skills. Demonstrated ability in patient care, health assessment, and medication administration. Strong interpersonal skills, showcased through providing empathetic support to patients and collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams. Proven dedication to promoting patient safety and delivering high-quality care.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Post Partum Rotation
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
08.2023
- Provided patient education and support throughout prenatal care, labor, and delivery
- Provided emotional support to pregnancy women throughout labor and delivery process
- Assessed patients for pain management needs before during and after labor and delivery process
Personal Support Worker/ Med-Tech
Sienna, Douglas Crossing
11.2023 - Current
- Supported patients to continue participating in daily living activities
- Bathed, dressed, and groomed clients to help service users maintain good hygiene practices
- Reported changes in physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff
- Managed client schedules, ensuring timely administration of medications and completion of necessary tasks
- Administered medications via oral, subcutaneous, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Consolidation Student in Long Term Care
Reachview Village
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Assessed residents' pain levels regularly, collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions as needed
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols
- Managed wound care for residents with chronic or acute wounds using evidence-based practices
Medical Surgical Rotation
Lakeridge Health Port Perry
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Performed wound care procedures using sterile technique and appropriate dressing materials as needed
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments following safety protocols and hospital policies
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans
- Monitored patients' vital signs, symptoms, and responses to interventions regularly
- Assessed and treated medical and post-surgical wounds using proper techniques to promote healing
Mental Health Rotation
Lakeridge Health Ajax
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Conducted suicide risk assessments for at-risk patients and implemented safety measures
- Deescalated potentially dangerous situations through effective verbal communication techniques combined with therapeutic presence
- Developed therapeutic relationships with patients to encourage trust and open communication
Geriatric Rotation
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Utilized appropriate equipment such as wheelchairs, walkers, or lifts to ensure safe transfers for elderly individuals who need assistance moving around
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating & toileting for geriatric patients who require assistance
Education
Practical Nursing -
Durham College
12.2024
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Social Science
University of Ottawa
05.2022
Skills
Privacy and confidentiality
Direct Patient Care
Infection control standards
Vitals monitoring
Catheter Care
Medication Administration
Wound Management
Patient Education
Diabetes management
Certification
- CPR/AED Level C
- SafeTALK Certified
- WHMIS Certified
Timeline
Consolidation Student in Long Term Care
Reachview Village
10.2024 - 12.2024
Medical Surgical Rotation
Lakeridge Health Port Perry
05.2024 - 08.2024
Mental Health Rotation
Lakeridge Health Ajax
04.2024 - 05.2024
Personal Support Worker/ Med-Tech
Sienna, Douglas Crossing
11.2023 - Current
Post Partum Rotation
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
08.2023
Geriatric Rotation
Lakeridge Health Oshawa
05.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Social Science
University of Ottawa
Practical Nursing -
Durham College
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