CATHY NARTEY
Regina,SK
Summary
Caring Registered Nurse with 10+ years of experience and specializing in patient flow, repatration and bed management. Superior knowledge of hospital systems and modes of communication with dedication to exceptional patient care and education.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - System Flow Coordination Centre
06.2020 - Current
- Accountable for decision making with respect to placement and movement of patents within and outside of acute care
- Consults with patients, families, physicians, nurses and onsite coordinators to move across other health facilities
- Maintains strong , effective communication with coordinators both off site and onsite, physicians, regional and provincial health care teams to support effective transition planning
- Ran Bed meeting daily, while assisting in interpretation and analysis of information that is reported from bed management system
- Responsible for repatriation of patients who are needing to return back to Saskatchewan either from out of country, out of province or outside of their respective regional hospitals
- During off hours function as managements representation with respect to problem solving and contact members of on call team as needed.
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - Seniors House Call Program
04.2018 - 06.2020
- Provide nursing care to patients in the comfort of their home while working closely with paramedics, Nurse Practitioners, Physical Therapist, Occupational Therapists, Dietitian, Social Workers and Family Physicians in the community
- Effective communication with patients, families and members of the health care team
- Advocate for patients when necessary
- Act as liaison at a time of discharge from hospital and patient set up at home
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital - Internal Medicine / Respiratory Care Unit
07.2013 - 03.2018
- Effective communication with patients, families and members of the healthcare team
- Provide nursing care to patents on ventilators while working closely with Respirologist and the Respiratory Therapists
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Assisted in training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive nursing care plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Registered Nurse
Nurse Next Door - Home Care Nursing
06.2015 - 02.2016
- Observe and assess health of clients
- Administer medication to clients of Nurse next door
- Successfully ran fu clinic for Ranch Ehrlo Society Staff.
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital - Emergency Department
04.2015 - 06.2015
- Managed basic life support and stabilized patients until attending physician was available while applying standard effective nursing protocol
- Engaged in Patient and Family counseling and teaching prior to discharge.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Graduate Nurse
Capital District Health Authority - Neurosurgery
04.2013 - 06.2013
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments.
- Effective communication liaison between patents, families and members of Senior House Calls Team
- Collaborated with physicians on developing individualized plans of care tailored specifically towards each patient''s unique situation or condition.
- Continuously expanded knowledge base through professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, establishing trust and open lines of communication for effective collaboration in care planning.
- Promoted teamwork among staff members, collaborating closely with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care delivery.
- Exhibited competency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, medication administration, and wound care management.
Patient Support Worker
Bay Shore Home Health
08.2012 - 04.2013
- Provided quality care and assistance to patients
- Worked collaboratively and communicated effectively with all health care professionals
- Assisted clients with Activities of daily living in their respective homes.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
Patient Support Worker
Capital District Health Authority - Rehab Site and Neurosurgery
05.2011 - 04.2013
- Provided quality care and assistance to rehab patients
- Worked collaboratively and communicated effectively with health care professionals within Rehab unit.
- Followed instructions and procedures to complete assigned tasks.
Counselor Assistant
Regional Residential Services Society, Halifax, Nova Scotia
08.2009 - 04.2011
- Observed signs of illness and took appropriate acton in obtaining medical attention
- Established a positive rapport with youth by maintaining open lines of communication and actively listening to their concerns.
- Ensured medications were administered as per agency protocol and Doctors standing orders and performed simple first aid where necessary
- Encouraged good resident morale and ensured a warm, positive, homelike atmosphere for residents.
- Managed crisis interventions when required by assessing risks while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05.2013
Diploma Health Services Administration -
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS05.2013
Bachelor of Arts -
Mount Allison University
Moncton, NB01.2009
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient Flow Management
- Healthcare Systems Understanding
Affiliations
07/01/13, present, Canadian Nurses Association
Licensure Certifications
- Registered Nurse, Saskatchewan Registered Nurse Association, #0042380
- Basic Life Support Provider
- TLR certified
Community Service
- 08//1/2023 to Present - Planning Committee Chair of the Ghanaian Canadian Association of Saskatchewan (GCAS). Active role in leading the GCAS executives in the planning and execution of events of the Ghanaian community.
- 09/01/09, 04/01/13, Subcommittee On the Recruitment and Retention of Students of African Descent, Represented the nursing students on the board (4 years), Advocated for the needs of students of African Descent
- 09/01/10, 2012, African Diaspora Association of the Maritimes, Represented the African Community, Active Role in organizing events that shaped the structure and ideals of the Organization
References
To be submitted upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - System Flow Coordination Centre
06.2020 - Current
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority - Seniors House Call Program
04.2018 - 06.2020
Registered Nurse
Nurse Next Door - Home Care Nursing
06.2015 - 02.2016
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital - Emergency Department
04.2015 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital - Internal Medicine / Respiratory Care Unit
07.2013 - 03.2018
Graduate Nurse
Capital District Health Authority - Neurosurgery
04.2013 - 06.2013
Patient Support Worker
Bay Shore Home Health
08.2012 - 04.2013
Patient Support Worker
Capital District Health Authority - Rehab Site and Neurosurgery
05.2011 - 04.2013
Counselor Assistant
Regional Residential Services Society, Halifax, Nova Scotia
08.2009 - 04.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dalhousie University
Diploma Health Services Administration -
Dalhousie University
Bachelor of Arts -
Mount Allison University
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