Catherine Spears
Collingwood
Summary
Compassionate nurse with experience in IV start/maintenance, patient assessment, and medication administration. Committed to providing empathetic, therapeutic care while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Landscaper/Gardener
Bluescape
Collingwood, ON
05.2026 - Current
- Planting, edging, trimming, watering plants, lawn mowing, leaf blowing, etc.
- Learning to determine health of plants/trees and potential factors of state of health
- Managed plant selection and placement for optimal growth and visual impact.
- Oversaw project timelines and coordinated with team members to ensure timely completion of tasks.
Volunteer: Ski Patroller
Canadian Ski Patrol
Coldwater, ON
12.2025 - 03.2026
- Conducted hill analysis to identify, reduce and prevent injury on terrain.
- Provided first aid and emergency response for injuries on slopes.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain effective communication during rescues.
- Constantly adapted skillset to meet evolving standards and procedures according to CSP guidelines.
Supervisor
JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa
Minett, ON
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Oversaw recreation daily operations
- Utilized leadership abilities to manage and coordinate team of employees
- Assisted with planning and implementing of seasonal and corporate schedules and activities
- Utilized first-aid knowledge to be designated medical responder at hotel
Dispatcher
Trent University Security
Peterborough, ON
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Coordinated emergency response efforts, ensuring timely communication between security personnel and local authorities.
- Monitored surveillance systems to enhance campus safety and identify potential threats proactively.
- Developed and implemented efficient dispatch protocols, improving response times for security incidents.
- Trained new dispatch staff on operational procedures and use of communication equipment for effective service delivery.
Volunteer Medical Responder
Trent University Emergency First Response Team
Peterborough, ON
09.2021 - 04.2025
- Learned and practiced new medical skills whilst giving back to school community
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Team Lead: TUEFRT
Trent University Emergency First Response Team
Peterborough, ON
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Planned and implemented emergency response drills with fellow team leads, ensuring team readiness and effective execution of protocols.
- Completed regular inventory checks and ordered all first-aid supplies.
- Completed ordering of all uniforms for first responders
- Coordinated training sessions for new members, enhancing skills and knowledge in emergency response procedures.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols, improving overall team efficiency and compliance with regulations.
- Mentored junior team members, fostering professional growth and enhancing operational effectiveness.
Event Organizer: TUEFRT 12 Hours of CPR
The James Fund
Peterborough, ON
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Coordinated logistics for events, ensuring seamless execution and adherence to timelines.
- Created and assigned lead roles, adding structure to leadership and planning for subsections of event preparation.
- Led weekly team meetings to strategize event planning, fostering collaboration and efficiency among staff.
- Actively participated in event throughout duration of day
Clinical Extern
South Muskoka Memorial Hospital
Bracebridge, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Assisted in patient care under supervision, ensuring safety and comfort during procedures.
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks, enhancing workflow efficiency in clinical settings.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems for streamlined documentation.
- Participated in training sessions to learn best practices in clinical protocols and patient interaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
Peterborough06-2025
High School Diploma -
Rosseau Lake College
Rosseau, ON06-2019
Skills
- IV start/maintenance
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Empathetic, therapeutic patient care
- Observation of patient baseline and deviations
- Critical thinking
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Accomplishments
- President's List (BScN graduation 2025)
- Dean's List (BScN graduation 2025)
Certification
- Canadian Ski Patrol
- BScN Degree
- RN Status
- NVCI Training (needs renewal)
- Lifeguard Pool (needs renewal)
- EMR/EFR (needs renewal)
Interests
- Emergency management and first response
- Community Building and charity event organization
- Teamwork-oriented tasks
- Learning new medical skills
- Ski Patrol/Snowboarding
- Arts and creativity
- Physical fitness/wellness
- Outdoor adventure
- Travelling
- Labour-intensive work: gardening, landscaping, working in all temperatures and weather conditions
Timeline
Landscaper/Gardener
Bluescape
05.2026 - Current
Volunteer: Ski Patroller
Canadian Ski Patrol
12.2025 - 03.2026
Supervisor
JW Marriott The Rosseau Muskoka Resort & Spa
05.2025 - 03.2026
Dispatcher
Trent University Security
09.2024 - 04.2025
Event Organizer: TUEFRT 12 Hours of CPR
The James Fund
01.2024 - 03.2024
Team Lead: TUEFRT
Trent University Emergency First Response Team
08.2023 - 04.2024
Clinical Extern
South Muskoka Memorial Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2023
Volunteer Medical Responder
Trent University Emergency First Response Team
09.2021 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
High School Diploma -
Rosseau Lake College
Awards
- Spotlight Award (TUEFRT awards banquet 2024) given due to my efforts in spearheading the 12-hours of CPR event TUEFRT hosted in support of the James Fund for Neuroblastoma Research
- Headmaster's Cup (graduation ceremony 2019) given to outstanding graduating student who embodies leadership, academic achievement, a broad array of skills and encompasses all aspects of RLC lifestyle