Brooke Livingstone
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Professional healthcare provider skilled in patient care and medical procedures. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on achieving positive patient outcomes and maintaining high standards in both the pre-hospital and hospital settings. Proficient in wound care, medication administration, and patient assessment with compassionate and reliable demeanor.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Lakeridge Health
07.2021 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Clinical Extern
Lakeridge Health
12.2019 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams for optimal patient outcomes through effective communication and coordination.
- Fostered positive relationships with patients'' families through transparent communication regarding treatment plans and progress updates.
- Improved workflow efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations, ensuring the availability of necessary supplies.
- Promoted a safe environment by adhering to infection control protocols and properly disposing of hazardous materials.
- Supported patients'' well-being by performing routine vital signs monitoring and recording accurate data for clinical use.
Lifeguard /Swim Instructor
City of Oshawa
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Handled incident reporting accurately and efficiently, documenting any occurrences that required intervention or assistance from lifeguard staff.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
- Prevented falls near and into pool by calmly reminding patrons to exercise caution around edges.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Education
Diploma - Primary Care Paramecic
Durham College
Oshawa, None12-2024
Certificate - Cosmetic Nursing
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough09-2022
Advanced Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa, None05-2021
Diploma - Pre-Health Science
Durham College
Oshawa, None09-2018
Diploma - Event Management
Durham College
Oshawa, None05-2016
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassion and empathy
- Complex Problem-solving
- Emergency procedures
- Emotional awareness
- Geriatric care
- Health promotion
- Mental health care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessment
- Physical assessment
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Certification
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- CPR/AED Certification
- D / F Driver's License
- OPATT
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Lakeridge Health
07.2021 - Current
Clinical Extern
Lakeridge Health
12.2019 - 07.2021
Lifeguard /Swim Instructor
City of Oshawa
01.2016 - 01.2018
Diploma - Primary Care Paramecic
Durham College
Certificate - Cosmetic Nursing
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Advanced Diploma - Practical Nursing
Durham College
Diploma - Pre-Health Science
Durham College
Diploma - Event Management
Durham College
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