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Cherry Joy Galleta

5793 Yonge St. North York,Canada

Summary


Professional healthcare provider skilled in patient care and medical procedures. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on achieving positive patient outcomes and maintaining high standards in clinical settings. Proficient in wound care, medication administration, and patient assessment with compassionate and reliable demeanor.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Ontario Health Care Agency
08.2023 - Current
  • Provided wound care and dressing changes to promote healing and prevent infection.
  • Monitored vital signs and updated patient information using clinical decision support systems.
  • Administered medication using electronic health record (EHR) software to maintain accurate patient records.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
  • Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
  • Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
  • Executed precise medication administration through thorough understanding of dosages, potential interactions, and side effects.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.

Registered Practical Nurse

Weston Gardens Retirement Residences
07.2023 - Current
  • Documented patient care activities using patient management software to ensure continuity of care.
  • Provided wound care and dressing changes to promote healing and prevent infection.
  • Monitored vital signs and updated patient information using clinical decision support systems.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
  • Administered medication using electronic health record (EHR) software to maintain accurate patient records.
  • Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance when required.

Clinical Extern

Saint John Rehab at Sunnybrook
01.2023 - 03.2023

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Check and monitor patient’s vital signs.
  • Document and discuss with primary health care nurse with patients care plan.
  • Collaborate to nurses on duty with direct supervision of medication preparation and administration.
  • Provide care and safety precaution for patients at high risks for fall.
  • Perform controlled acts such as insertion of indwelling urinary catheter, point of care testing, and oxygen titration via nasal prong from 2 LPM to 3 LPM.
  • Administration of oral and topical cream medication.
  • Developed strong knowledge of current clinical best practices and individual and group counseling techniques.
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide comprehensive patient care.

Observer

Sunnybrook Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Observe patient(s) assigned to support safe and caring environment for patient(s).
  • Notify registered health professional immediately when patient are in danger, gone missing, or any significant changes in patient’s behavior and/or condition.
  • Interact, comforting patient as needed and engaging in cognitively stimulating recreational activities as appropriate.
  • Provide assistance to patient with their activities of daily living under close or direct supervision of patient’s primary health care nurse.
  • Communicate observations with health care team to facilitate care planning.
  • Complete documentation specifically required of Observers, as per corporate policy and procedure.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Applied clinical safety procedures to protect patients and staff.

Home Support Worker

Bond Crescent
12.2019 - 02.2022

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • To provide care with person of disability. And to following health conditions such as Parkinson's, diabetes mellitus, fatty liver, enlarged prostate, gout, and had undergone left knee replacement surgery.
  • Assist in personal care such as aid in ambulation, personal hygiene, dressing and undressing
  • Checking blood glucose level daily as per doctor’s instruction
  • Organizing medical appointment and accompanying client to doctor’s appointment for regular check-up.
  • Assist in regular exercise like walking and some stretches.
  • Provide companionship.
  • Prepare and serve nutritious meal.
  • Improve patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
  • Maintain clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
  • Track and reported clients' progress based on observations and conversations.
  • Aid with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
  • Supervise medication administration, personal hygiene and other activities of daily living.
  • Develop strong and trusting rapport with patients to facilitate smooth, quality care.
  • Follow care plan and directions to administer medications.
  • Assist client personal care needs to foster independence and well-being.
  • Assist clients with bathing, dressing and incontinence care.
  • Prepare high-quality nutritious meals for patients to promote better overall health and improve eating habits.

Registered Nurse

AL RAYAH MEDICAL CENTER
09.2014 - 12.2016

JOB DESCRIPTION:

  • Record and report signs and symptoms or changes in patient's condition
  • Records patient’s medical information and vital signs
  • Informs or update physician regarding patient’s condition (any abnormal signs and symptoms) observe.
  • Formulate plans for nursing measures to restore, maintain and promote patient’s physical and mental health.
  • Manage all elements of patient care, from admission to discharge or transfer to other units, using nursing expertise.
  • To conduct assessments, administer medications, initiate nursing and emergency interventions and contribute to patient care plan development
  • Anticipate patient’s needs and determines scope of treatments plan and need for updates.
  • Direct patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care and discharge instructions.
  • Assess patient needs, prioritize treatment, maintain patient flows and assist physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Adhere to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Administer medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.

Education

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING

National University
03.2012

Skills

  • Documentation and Reporting
  • Preventative Care
  • Monitoring Vital Signs
  • Geriatric care
  • Critical thinking
  • Catheter care
  • Patient assessment
  • Medication administration

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.

Timeline

Registered Practical Nurse

Ontario Health Care Agency
08.2023 - Current

Registered Practical Nurse

Weston Gardens Retirement Residences
07.2023 - Current

Clinical Extern

Saint John Rehab at Sunnybrook
01.2023 - 03.2023

Observer

Sunnybrook Hospital
02.2022 - 01.2023

Home Support Worker

Bond Crescent
12.2019 - 02.2022

Registered Nurse

AL RAYAH MEDICAL CENTER
09.2014 - 12.2016

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING

National University
Cherry Joy Galleta