Brooke Kussmann
Douro-Dummer,ON
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
RPN
Ross memorial hospital
Lindsay, Ontario
11.2018 - Current
- Provided direct patient care in fast-paced healthcare facility settings.
- Monitored vital signs and documented patient conditions in medical records.
- Administered medications following physician orders and nursing protocols.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and bedside procedures.
- Educated patients and families on care plans and discharge instructions.
- Coordinated care with interdisciplinary teams and support staff.
- Responded to patient needs and urgent changes in condition.
- Maintained infection control, safety, and cleanliness standards throughout facility.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress, and medication side effects.
- Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs such as temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Educated patients on their medical condition, treatment plans, and self-care management techniques.
- Provided nursing care for patients with various medical diagnoses and treatments.
- Observed and carried out physician and nursing orders.
- Responded quickly and effectively in emergency situations utilizing advanced life saving skills when needed.
- Responded to inquiries from patients and families to provide clarity and support. to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth, and professional development.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
Server
Swiss chalet
Peterborough, Ontario
06.2015 - 11.2018
- Greeted guests in Swiss Chalet dining room with friendly, prompt service.
- Took food and drink orders using point-of-sale system.
- Delivered rotisserie chicken meals and beverages to tables.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation.
- Processed payments and balanced guest checks at shift end.
- Cleared tables and reset dining areas for incoming guests.
- Recommended Swiss Chalet menu items and daily specials to guests.
- Resolved guest concerns with calm, professional communication.
- Provided excellent customer service to ensure satisfaction.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies.
Education
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Fleming College
Peterborough 09.2016 - 07.2018
Saint Peter’s Secondary School
Peterborough, OntarioSkills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Electronic charting
- Patient assessment
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
Certification
- In good standing with the college of nurses
- NVCI certified 2025
- Certified CPR/ First aid training yearly 202
Timeline
RPN
Ross memorial hospital
11.2018 - Current
Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Fleming College
09.2016 - 07.2018
Server
Swiss chalet
06.2015 - 11.2018
Saint Peter’s Secondary School