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Carey McKay

Vermilion,AB

Summary

Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.

Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments. History of interfacing seamlessly with doctors, specialized support services, patients and visiting families.

Talented Licensed Practical Nurse bringing several years of experience in healthcare. Proficient in performing non-surgical procedures like breathing treatments. Familiar with documentation, recordkeeping, and compliance requirements.

Experienced professional well-versed in performing triage, collecting intake information and caring for wounds. Good communicator with organized nature and strong prioritization and multitasking skills. Sound judgment, caring nature and superior work ethic.

Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse known for ability to efficiently manage tasks and high productivity levels. Specialize in wound care, patient education, and medication administration, ensuring comprehensive patient support. Excel in communication, empathy, and time management skills, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams to deliver exceptional patient care.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Licensed Practical Nurse

Care at Home Services
Vegreville, Alberta
02.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments to ensure patient adherence to healthcare plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the nursing team.
  • Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
  • Observed and documented changes in patient's condition, facilitating timely interventions by nursing staff.
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management strategies to promote understanding and compliance.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate care environment.
  • Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services
Vegreville, AB
05.2023 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments, ensuring adherence to prescribed protocols for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to nursing team to facilitate timely interventions.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Recorded patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Collaborated with healthcare staff to develop individualized care plans for patients.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and care procedures, enhancing understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of medical supplies and equipment.
  • Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate care environment.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

Norquest College
Edmonton

Skills

  • Medication administration
  • Vital sign monitoring
  • Electronic health records
  • Care plan development
  • Patient education
  • Infection control
  • Time management
  • Collaboration
  • Healthcare compliance
  • Quality assurance
  • Problem solving
  • Effective communication
  • Emotional support
  • Compassionate care
  • Patient advocacy
  • Emergency response
  • Preoperative care
  • Relationship building
  • Rehabilitation techniques
  • Chronic disease management
  • Mental health support
  • Physical assessment
  • End-of-life care
  • Trauma-informed care
  • Medical records security
  • Clinical judgment
  • Family education
  • Writing reports
  • Staff supervision
  • Direct patient care
  • Patient care
  • Clinical documentation
  • Neurophysiology
  • Care planning
  • Family communication
  • Nutritional maintenance
  • HIPAA compliance
  • Tuberculosis testing
  • Catheter care
  • EMR / EHR
  • Transcribing orders
  • Documentation accuracy
  • HIPAA protocols
  • Indirect patient care
  • Cultural competence
  • Medical office administration
  • Medication review
  • Records management
  • Geriatric care
  • Pain management
  • EKG administration
  • Home care
  • Patient triaging
  • Breathing treatments
  • Regulatory requirements
  • Tracking symptoms
  • Licensed practical nurse

Timeline

Licensed Practical Nurse

Care at Home Services
02.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse

Alberta Health Services
05.2023 - Current

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

Norquest College
Carey McKay