Cherise Limpright
Bracebridge,ON
Summary
Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse with 3 years of experience at OSMH's regional women and children's program. Known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Excels at communication, empathy, and health teaching to improve patient outcomes. Adapting quickly to changing environments and prioritizing patient and culturally appropriate care under pressure.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse (OBS/Paeds/NICU)
Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital
Orillia, ON
05.2021 - Current
- Explained and demonstrated after-birth care to parents of newborns, answered questions and addressed concerns.
- Perform BUBBLES assessment on postpartum mothers
- Preform head to toe newborn assessments, demo baths, daily weights, head circumferences, length and health teaching to parents such as safe sleep and swaddling techniques
- Discharged mothers and babies after patiently guiding parents through at-home care and follow-up medical care.
- Monitored condition of newborns and directed postpartum care with special focus on premature babies and babies with abnormalities.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Managed day-to-day routines for newborn babies by administering medication and fluids and checking vital signs regularly.
- Hypoglycemia management of newborns
- Hyperbilirubinemia management of newborns
- Caring for premature newborns including; IV management, nasogastric and orogastric tube management, developmental care and identifying abnormalities or changes to health status
- Caring for the pediatric population ranging from newborns to 17 years of age.
- Providing meal and emotional support to patients with eating disorders
- Utilizing feeding pumps (syringe and kangaroo pumps)
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Caring for children with respiratory illnesses such as asthma, RSV, pneumonia, COVID-19, rhinovirus, flu A/B
- Collaborated with social services to address non-medical needs of patients and families, ensuring comprehensive support.
- Provided education on preventive health practices such as nutrition, hygiene and safety.
- Utilized age-specific teaching techniques when educating patients and families on self-care strategies.
- Supported family members throughout the course of a child's illness by providing emotional support.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
Registered Practical Nurse (Medical/Surgical)
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
Bracebridge, ON
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Monitor and manage various treatment and care interventions, including IV administration, wound and ostomy care and catheter insertion
- Administer medications, track dosages and document patient conditions.
- Coordinate care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care
- Develop and adapt individualized treatment plans according to patient recovery goals.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Counsel patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Participate in hospital-wide initiatives and committees to improve patient care, satisfaction and safety.
- Deliver care to up to 6 patients per day, including coordinating and evaluating interdisciplinary care.
- Assist patients with healing and recovery after surgery by closely monitoring and caring for wounds, answering questions and educating about continued care strategies.
Childcare Worker
Orillia Central Preschool
Orillia, ON
02.2018 - 01.2021
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on ages and abilities of class children.
- Balanced schedules to provide optimal rest, play and educational periods.
- Observed and monitored play to identify developmental strengths and target areas for enrichment activities.
- Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for up to 24 children ranging in age from 6 months old to 4 years old.
- Promoted physical, emotional, intellectual and social development through well-planned classroom lessons, games and outside activities.
- Kept children safe and secure at all times.
- Maintained organized and clean classroom and work areas.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Assisted children in developing fine and gross motor skills in preparation for kindergarten.
Education
Neonatal Resuscitation Course -
OSMH
Orillia, ON09-2024
PALS -
OSMH
Orillia, ON07-2024
First Aid And CPR - HCP Level
OSMH
Orillia, ON08-2023
Maternal Newborn Certification - Continuing Education
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON08-2022
Diploma With Honours - Registered Practical Nursing
Georgian College
Barrie08.2020
Diploma With Honours - Prehealth Sciences Pathway
Georgian College
Barrie04.2018
High School Diploma -
Orillia Secondary School
Orillia06.2017
Skills
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Maternal-Newborn education
- Direct patient care
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Health promotion
- Time Management and Prioritization
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse (OBS/Paeds/NICU)
Orillia Soldier's Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse (Medical/Surgical)
Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
01.2021 - 07.2022
Childcare Worker
Orillia Central Preschool
02.2018 - 01.2021
Neonatal Resuscitation Course -
OSMH
First Aid And CPR - HCP Level
OSMH
Maternal Newborn Certification - Continuing Education
Mohawk College
Diploma With Honours - Registered Practical Nursing
Georgian College
Diploma With Honours - Prehealth Sciences Pathway
Georgian College
High School Diploma -
Orillia Secondary School
PALS -
OSMH
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