Summary
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Work History
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Caitlin Sekhon

Edmonton

Summary

Diligent cardiac operating room nurse with solid foundation in perioperative nursing. Successfully managed preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases of patient care, ensuring optimal surgical outcomes. Demonstrated expertise in sterile techniques and patient safety protocols while fostering effective communication with surgical teams. Agile and responsive to dynamic patient needs and environmental conditions. Team-oriented and reliable with expert healthcare knowledge, clear verbal and written communication skills and sound clinical judgment.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute
04.2010 - Current


Cardiac Operating Room (Adult and Pediatrics)

  • Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Preceptored multiple nursing students and mentored many new staff members


Undergraduate Nurse Employee

Grey Nuns Community Hospital
04.2009 - 09.2009


Day Medical Unit and Endoscopy

  • Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatment options, self-care techniques, and discharge planning strategies to promote optimal health outcomes.
  • Displayed strong organizational skills in managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously while maintaining a keen attention to detail.
  • Contributed to a positive healing environment for patients through the provision of compassionate, personalized nursing care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.

Medical Office Assistant

Smith Clinic
03.2008 - 08.2008
  • Registered patients and completed associated paperwork for accurate records.
  • Ensured smooth daily operations by managing incoming calls professionally while addressing inquiries or directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Directed patients to exam rooms, fielded questions, and prepared for physician examinations.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Alberta
Edmonton
04-2010

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • High infection control standards
  • Advocate for patient safety
  • Strong critical thinking skills
  • Accurate patient charting and EPIC user since 2019
  • Responsive to evolving situations and able to adapt

Accomplishments

  • Volunteered with International Children's Heart Foundation in Skopje, Macedonia (December 2013) to perform pediatric heart operations and mentor staff.
  • Volunteered with Novick Cardiac Alliance in Skopje, Macedonia (September 2014) to perform pediatric heart operations and mentor staff.
  • Preceptor for three nursing students and one perioperative nursing student.
  • Perform charge nurse duties and on-call assignments regularly

Certification

  • AORN Perioperative Nursing certificate - June 2012
  • CPR certified November 2024
  • N95 respirator fit test June 2025
  • Mandatory AHS modules up to date

Timeline

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Mazankowski Alberta Heart Institute
04.2010 - Current

Undergraduate Nurse Employee

Grey Nuns Community Hospital
04.2009 - 09.2009

Medical Office Assistant

Smith Clinic
03.2008 - 08.2008

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

University of Alberta
Caitlin Sekhon