Caleigh Walsh

Registered Practical Nurse with two years of experience in mental health nursing. I believe my calm disposition, communication skills, and empathetic demeanour will support and benefit your organization. I am currently working on the Mental Health Nursing Resource Team at TBRHSC which has taught me to work quickly on my feet and be adaptable to changing environments, which I believe will be a tremendous asset to your team. I am very eager and enthusiastic to further my knowledge and skills and be able to provide safe and competent care.

Knowledgeable with solid foundation in patient care and clinical procedures. Demonstrated ability to provide compassionate care while maintaining high standards of nursing practices. Consistently utilized communication and critical thinking skills to enhance patient outcomes and team efficiency. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

• Registered with CNO
• Basic Life Support
• Mask Fit
• Gentle Persuasive Approach
• Vaccinations 101 Certificate - Lambton College

• Alfredo Barrera, Registered Practical Nurse, Adult Mental Health, 807-355-5462
• Lilian St Amand, Geriatric Rehabilitation Clinical Instructor, 807-621-3143, lilianstamand@gmail.com
• Dr. Michael Scarcello, Practical Nursing Professor, 807-475-6426, mscarcel@confederation.c.on.ca
• John Graham, New Trucks Sales Account Manager, Kenworth Ontario, 807-621-6100, jagraham79@outlook.com

• Vaccination Clinic, Thunder Bay District Health Unit, Thunder Bay, ON, 04/23 - 05/23, Providing publicly funded vaccines that are on routine or catch-up basis, Providing vaccines to those who are categorized as high risk under the publicly funded immunization schedule, Assessing and maintaining vaccination records for the public in the district of Thunder Bay, Running school vaccination clinics, Taking part in a weekly clinic that offers routine vaccinations, Assisting the doctor in the sexual health clinic with various appointments
• Pediatrics 1B, TBRHSC, Thunder Bay, ON, 02/23 - 04/23, Performed priority assessments and vitals as ordered, Administered prescribed medications and monitored patient responses, Developed professional therapeutic relationships with clients and families, Identified abnormal or expected patient responses, Developed specialized plan of care for behavioral/mental health centered clients
• Geriatric Rehab 5N, St Joseph’s Hospital, Thunder Bay, ON, 01/23 - 02/23, Performed head-to-toe assessment and vitals daily, Assisted with daily ADL’s, Administered prescribed medications, Research various diagnoses and interventions, Developed professional therapeutic relationships with clients and families
• Medical Inpatient 2B, TBRHSC, Thunder Bay, ON, 11/22 - 12/22, Researched various diagnoses and interventions, Performed head-to-toe assessments and vitals daily, Administered prescribed medications, Monitored patients for any abnormal findings and followed up with the proper health care member
• Surgical Inpatient 3B, TBRHSC, Thunder Bay, ON, 09/22 - 11/22, Performed complex sterile dressing changes, Insert/discontinue Foley catheters, Administered prescribed medications and various orders, Assisted with active/passive ROM exercises
• Geriatric Rehab 5N, St Joseph’s Hospital, Thunder Bay, ON, 03/22 - 04/22, Conducted physical assessments, Assisted with toileting and hygiene practices, Performed daily skin assessments according to the Braden Scale, Assisted with distribution of meal trays as well as feeding
• Pioneer Ridge, Thunder Bay, ON, 01/22 - 02/22, Assisted clients with daily hygiene practices and performed daily skin assessments according to the Braden Scale, Assisted with preparation of meals

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
• Registered Practical Nurse (PPN) - CNO