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Certification
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Carmen Manns

Austin,MB

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse with six years of experience in acute care. Known for my dedication, strong work ethic, and excellent work attendance. I am committed to providing high quality patient care. Eager to further develop my skills and contribute to a dynamic and everchanging healthcare team that values continuous learning and positive patient outcomes.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency Department/ Special Care Unit

Portage District General Hospital
04.2019 - Current
  • WRHA Critical Care Nursing Program.
  • Strong health assessment and time management skills.
  • Cultural competency and compassion.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Part time (0.7)

Nurse Immunizer

Southern Health
08.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated ability to provide immunization counseling.
  • Immunization Competency Education.
  • Demonstrated ability to adhere to professional nursing standards and public health standards.
  • Implemented infection control measures.
  • Administered medications via intramuscular injections and subcutaneous routes and monitored responses.
  • Casual position.

Single Room Maternity Care

Brandon Regional Health Center
12.2022 - 06.2023
  • Assessment and care of mothers following cesarean sections, hysterectomy and vaginal birth.
  • Coordinated with other members of the maternity care team to ensure seamless continuity of services, contributing to an overall positive experience for families during the postpartum period.
  • Improved infant health outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly addressing any concerns.
  • Promoted breastfeeding success through lactation support, positioning techniques, and troubleshooting common issues.
  • Empowered new parents with evidence-based information, referrals, and resources to make informed decisions.
  • Maintained open lines of communication between family members and healthcare professionals regarding updates on mother''s recovery status or infant''s needs during the postpartum period.

Registered Nurse

Allegiance Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Worked as a RN in a variety of Northern and rural communities within Manitoba; Gillam, Thompson, The Pas, Lynn Lake, Neepawa, Treherne, Russel
  • Casual

Health Care Aide

MacGregor and District Health Center
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assist residents during meal times with feeding, adapting to mobility and dietary restrictions.
  • Provide emotional and physical support to residents.
  • Work within inter-disciplinary team to ensure the greatest quality of life and care for residents.
  • Ensured the safe transfer of patients using proper techniques to prevent injuries and falls.
  • Casual

Summer Program Counsellor

Manitoba Developmental Center
01.2014 - 01.2017
  • Work experience with vulnerable persons with extensive physical and intellectual disabilities.
  • Planning, creating and implementing appropriate activities and programs for the campers.
  • Strong ability to develop and maintain therapeutic relationships with residents and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Adapted techniques for implementing activities; using hand over hand, doing with not for, providing multi-sensory experiences; vision, auditory, gustation, olfaction, and somato-sensation.
  • Provided individual support to campers, addressing any personal or behavioral issues that arose during the program.
  • Ability to work independently to provide residents with one-on-one interactions.
  • Orients, guides and supports staff and volunteers participating in the delivery of activities.
  • Work cooperatively with recreation services and residential areas to enhance the quality of life for the campers attending.
  • Collaborated with fellow counselors to create a safe and supportive environment for campers.
  • Inspired creativity by guiding art projects and other hands-on activities for campers to explore various interests.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing Degree - Faculty of Health Studies

Brandon University
Brandon, MB
04-2019

High School Diploma -

MacGregor Collegiate Institute
MacGregor, MB
01.2013

Skills

  • Demonstration of professionalism, respect, and caring within the Professional Standards of Practice and Code of Ethics
  • Strong interpersonal skills developed through previous work, education and volunteer experiences
  • High level of enthusiasm, ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships
  • Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Flexible and adaptable capabilities with the desire for continued learning and competency development
  • Demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills
  • Comfortable working knowledge of technology and computers
  • Ability to recognize and implement inclusive care to a culturally diverse population
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and resolve conflict effectively
  • Ability to apply health promotion and harm reduction strategies

Certification

  • Basic Life Support 2024
  • WRHA Critical Care Program
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support 2024
  • Trauma Nursing Core Course Certification 2024
  • Canadian Triage and Acuity Scale Certification 2025
  • Resuscitation Certification
  • Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course 2022
  • Fetal Health Surveillance 2023
  • SCHIPP
  • Toronto Bedside Swallowing Screening Test Certification-TORBSST
  • Safe TALK Training; suicide alert
  • WHMIS
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training
  • Serving it Safe Certificate Manitoba

Languages

English

Timeline

Nurse Immunizer

Southern Health
08.2024 - Current

Single Room Maternity Care

Brandon Regional Health Center
12.2022 - 06.2023

Registered Nurse

Allegiance Agency
01.2021 - 01.2023

Emergency Department/ Special Care Unit

Portage District General Hospital
04.2019 - Current

Health Care Aide

MacGregor and District Health Center
01.2017 - 01.2019

Summer Program Counsellor

Manitoba Developmental Center
01.2014 - 01.2017

Bachelor of Nursing Degree - Faculty of Health Studies

Brandon University

High School Diploma -

MacGregor Collegiate Institute
Carmen Manns