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Carolyn Abrams

Kingston,ON

Summary

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse

St Elizabeth
Kingston, ON
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.

PACU Registered Nurse

Kingston Health Sciences Center
Kingston, ON, ON
01.2012 - 12.2012
  • Administered medications as ordered by physicians via various routes.
  • Provided patient education regarding recovery process and pain management techniques.
  • Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Communicated effectively with other healthcare staff to coordinate patient care plans.
  • Assessed patients' post-operative physical condition, including vital signs and oxygen saturation levels.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Hotel Dieu Hospital
Kingston, ON
01.2011 - 12.2012
  • Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services rendered utilizing the electronic medical record system.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Kingston Health Sciences Center
, ON
08.2001 - 01.2012
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Provided patient care according to established standards and protocols.
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines for appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.

Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse

Kingston Health Sciences Center
Kingston, ON, ON
01.1998 - 08.2001
  • Conducted daily rounds on assigned patients, assessing their physical condition and providing emotional support.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physician orders.
  • Performed comprehensive assessments of patients on telemetry, obtaining vital signs and collecting data to determine any changes in patient condition.

Education

Diploma of Nursing -

St Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
01-1998

Advertising And Public Relations

St Lawrence College
Kingston, ON
06-1991

Skills

CPR certification

Certifications

Standard First Aid

CPR-C AED

Mental Health First Aid

Applied suicide prevention skills training

Timeline

Registered Nurse

St Elizabeth
08.2015 - 01.2017

PACU Registered Nurse

Kingston Health Sciences Center
01.2012 - 12.2012

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Hotel Dieu Hospital
01.2011 - 12.2012

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Kingston Health Sciences Center
08.2001 - 01.2012

Medical Telemetry Unit Registered Nurse

Kingston Health Sciences Center
01.1998 - 08.2001

Diploma of Nursing -

St Lawrence College

Advertising And Public Relations

St Lawrence College

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