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Catherine Drouillard

Leamington,ON

Summary

To excel in the field of Nursing through professional nursing care such as assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation and documentation of patient care by obtaining a Practical Nursing position.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Support Worker

Age Care Royal Oak
Kingsville, Ontario
02.2020 - Current
  • Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
  • Communicated effectively with medical staff regarding resident health and well-being.
  • Maintained a safe and clean environment for residents at the facility.
  • Supported residents in social activities to enhance their emotional well-being.
  • Documented changes in resident conditions for staff reviews and care planning.
  • Collaborated with team members to create individualized care plans for residents.
  • Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident quality of life.
  • Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
  • Helped clients with personal needs from exercise to bathing and personal grooming.
  • Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
  • Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
  • Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
  • Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
  • Provided emotional support for terminally ill patients and their families.

Preceptorship Nurse

Erie Shores Healthcare
Leamington, Ontario
05.2024 - 07.2024
  • Delivered patient care and support in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
  • Monitored patient vitals and documented changes in electronic health records.
  • Documented patient observations and maintained accurate health records.
  • Assisted in wound care and supported infection control practices.
  • Participated in clinical skills training sessions to enhance nursing competencies.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to identify potential problems or changes in condition requiring medical intervention.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care services provided in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
  • Performed basic laboratory tests such as urine analysis and finger sticks.
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses for safety and effectiveness.
  • Coordinated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless patient transitions.
  • Facilitated communication between preceptors and nursing staff regarding patient care issues.
  • Maintained accurate records related to preceptorship activities, including evaluations, observations and outcomes.
  • Organized interdisciplinary rounds with healthcare providers in order to promote evidence-based practice.
  • Provided patient care under supervision, assisting with daily living activities.

Clinical 5th Semester

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (Palliative/Complex, TNI)
Windsor, Ontario
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Approached patients and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Wound care (sterile, clean)
  • Assisted families with palliative information and care
  • Worked on communication Skills while on the TNI floor

Clinical 4th Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 6 East (ouellette)
Windsor, Ontario
10.2017 - 12.2017
  • PICC (observation only)
  • Tracheotomy/Suctioning (observation)
  • Chest Tube
  • Saline lock flush
  • Intravenous medications above drip chamber

Clinical 3rd Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 8 East (Ouellette)
Windsor, Ontario
04.2016 - 06.2016
  • Catheterization (male/female)
  • CBI
  • Colostomy/ileostomy Care
  • Tube Feedings
  • Insulin Pen use

Clinical 2nd Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 7 East (ouellette)
Windsor, Ontario
01.2016 - 03.2016
  • Monitoring IV's
  • Subcutaneous injections, intramuscular injections
  • Medication administration
  • Pre-post operative care
  • Suture/staple removal
  • Sterile technique
  • Subcutaneous lock insertion/removal.
  • Intravenous therapy assessment, rate calculation.
  • Oxygen therapy.
  • Complex dressing.

Clinical 1st Semester

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare
Windsor, Ontario
10.2015 - 11.2015
  • Bed Making (occupied/unoccupied
  • Bathing (complete, partial, assist), shower.
  • Grooming (shaving, hair wash, mouth care)
  • Transferring/Positioning
  • Body Mechanics
  • Feeding (Full, partial, monitor for dysphagia, choking/aspiration risk)
  • Toileting
  • Medication administration (oral,inhalation, drops, enema, suppository)
  • Assistive devices.
  • Catheter Care (measuring output, emptying, removing, condom catheter)
  • Care of client in isolation/PPE
  • Specimen collection
  • Hand hygiene.
  • Accucheks
  • Simple Dressings

Education

Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing

St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ON
10-2024

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ON
09-2015

Skills

  • Patient care
  • Wound care
  • Medication administration
  • Electronic health records
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Compassionate support
  • Client advocacy
  • Disability support
  • Client relationship management
  • Geriatric care
  • Transportation services
  • Toileting assistance
  • Personal safety awareness
  • Health monitoring
  • Palliative care
  • Fall prevention
  • Patient advocacy
  • Patient mobility assistance
  • Daily living assistance

Timeline

Preceptorship Nurse

Erie Shores Healthcare
05.2024 - 07.2024

Clinical 5th Semester

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare (Palliative/Complex, TNI)
01.2024 - 04.2024

Personal Support Worker

Age Care Royal Oak
02.2020 - Current

Clinical 4th Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 6 East (ouellette)
10.2017 - 12.2017

Clinical 3rd Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 8 East (Ouellette)
04.2016 - 06.2016

Clinical 2nd Semester

Windsor Regional Hospital 7 East (ouellette)
01.2016 - 03.2016

Clinical 1st Semester

Hotel-Dieu Grace Healthcare
10.2015 - 11.2015

Nursing Diploma - Practical Nursing

St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology

Some College (No Degree) - Practical Nursing

St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology

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