Carrie Kuhn
Chilliwack,BC
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle patients at the end of life and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent nursing care.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Complex Palliative Care Unit
Fraser Health Authority
10.2019 - Current
- Advocating for quality at the end-of-life for my patients through effectively communicating and collaborating with patients, medical staff and members of the inter-professional care team
- Providing comfort and dignity for patients at end of life
- Integrating knowledge of palliative emergencies when preforming assessments and interventions
- Creating a therapeutic relationship by showing empathy and establishing trust and respect towards patients and their families when planning care
- Promotes family and patient participation in the development, implementation and continuation of the care plan
Registered Nurse, Holmberg Hospice
Fraser Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
- Advocating for quality at the end-of-life for my patients through effectively communicating and collaborating with patients, medical staff and members of the inter-professional care team
- Providing comfort and dignity for patients at end of life.
- Work with caregivers to plan and execute excellent patient care
- Administering medication, alleviate sudden symptoms of the disease, maintain accurate records
- Help relatives cope with the upcoming loss and provide post-mortem support
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Fraser Health Authority
05.2020 - Current
- Completes assessments, interventions, and plan of care for patients in an organized manner
- Consults with physicians and specialists to develop a treatment plan for the patients
- Helps patients/families understand the disease, the treatment plan, and any possible side effects
- Provides support and guidance throughout the patient’s treatment
- Connect patients and their families to healthcare services and communicate with the doctors and other members of staff on behalf of the patient
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Fraser Health Authority
05.2019 - Current
- Evaluate ECG's, laboratory results, cardiac tests, and various heart conditions such as hypertension, congestive heart failure, and arrhythmias
- Provide initial and ongoing patient assessments in a timely manner, while utilizing critical thinking and providing safe care through appropriate interventions
- Effectively communicate and collaborate with patients, medical staff and members of the inter-professional care team to provide patient-centered care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Fraser Valley
Chilliwack, BC04.2019
Telemetry Course
Michener Institute of Education
05.2019
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Management
- Family and Patient Education
- Effective Time Management
- Adaptability
- Medication Administration
- Complex Problem-Solving/Critical Thinking
- Intake and Discharge
- Documentation and Care Planning
- Collaboration
- Patient Care Coordination
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Holmberg Hospice
Fraser Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Oncology
Fraser Health Authority
05.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse, Complex Palliative Care Unit
Fraser Health Authority
10.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Unit
Fraser Health Authority
05.2019 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Fraser Valley
Telemetry Course
Michener Institute of Education
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