Catherine MacDonald
Highland Manor Nursing Home
Cape North,NS
38
years of professional experience
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong background in resident care, vital sign monitoring, and accurate medical documentation. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, care plan support, and smooth admissions, transfers, and discharge preparation. Recognized for compassionate palliative care and steady performance during critical situations.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
38 Years 2 Months- Administered medications and monitored resident responses for accurate, timely treatment.
- Documented vital signs, assessments, and care updates in medical records.
- Supported care plan implementation to maintain consistent resident services.
- Assisted with admissions, transfers, and discharge preparation to ensure smooth resident transitions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
TA Instructor
8 Months- Facilitated small-group learning and provided one-to-one assistance to enhance comprehension.
- Evaluated assignments and examinations to ensure accurate, timely grading.
- Mentored learners through individualized guidance and constructive feedback.
- Integrated educational tools and resources to enhance lesson delivery and engagement.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
LPN
1 Year 5 Months- Performed wound care, dressing changes, and routine clinical treatments with precision.
- Collected specimens and prepared patients for diagnostic testing and procedures.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Observed condition changes and escalated concerns promptly to clinical leadership.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Education
- PN
Skills
Physical assessment
Wound care
Documentation accuracy
Catheter care
Palliative care
Multi-tasking and prioritization
Patient education
Dementia knowledge and care
Accomplishments
Advanced Diabetic Foot Care
Gentle Persuasive Approach in Dementia
Unifor Unit Chair (2016 2026)
Phlebotomy
P.I.E.C.E.S
U.FIRST
Timeline
TA Instructor
CBBC
10.2008 - 06.2009Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Highland Manor Nursing Home
08.1988 - CurrentRead More
LPN
Buchanan Memorial Hospital
06.1988 - 11.1989Read More
CBRV
from PN
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