Cheryl Kerr
Barrie,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with progressive career history in direct patient care, lactation service and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
12.2016 - Current
- Implemented strategies learned through my lactation certification to promote, establish and maintain breastfeeding and human milk provision to neonates and postpartum mother experiencing a myriad of challenges
- Developed proficiency in blood sample collection, along with specimen handling, documentation and related follow up
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient's acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Enhanced caregiver satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs for both infants and their families
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Human Lactation
Mohawk College Breastfeeding Course
Hamilton, ON12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Oshawa, ON09.2016
Skills
- Blood collection
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Computer literacy
- Ability to multi-tak in a fast paced environment
- Patient education and counseling
- Independent within scope of practice
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
12.2016 - Current
Graduate Certificate - Human Lactation
Mohawk College Breastfeeding Course
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
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