Chinasa Turnah
RPN Temp, Nursing
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Organized Student Nurse with a passion for delivery quality patient care. Dedicated to contributing value to patient-focused team. Offers extensive hands-on experience in multiple units. Currently completing nursing studies and ready to expand practical knowledge.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification
Work History
Nurse Aide
Sienna Senior Living
Toronto, ON
01.2022 - Current
- Assisted over 9 residents with daily needs, and provided patient care, including bathing, dressing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness..
- Assisted with transferring patients safely from bed to wheelchair.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Documented and reported observations of patient behavior, complaints or physical symptoms to nurses.
- Answered call lights promptly and responded to patient requests courteously and efficiently.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Providence Hospital - Orthopeadic/Amputee Rehab unit
Toronto, ON
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Assisted in providing patient care to the elderly, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed assessments, such as vital signs, height and weight measurements and other physical assessments.
- Educated patients about self-care management for chronic conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical activities using paper charting.
- Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when assessing patients' needs and making recommendations for their treatment plan.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and followed up with providers regarding abnormal results.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Micheal Garron Hospital - Medicine/Stroke/Oncology unit
Toronto, ON
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed assessments, such as vital signs, height and weight measurements and other physical assessments.
- Participated in nursing rounds with multidisciplinary healthcare teams and provided input on patient care plans.
- Observed patient responses to treatments and reported any changes to the supervising nurse or physician.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all clinical activities in electronic medical records system.
- Conducted educational sessions with patients and families on topics related to health maintenance and disease prevention.
- Monitored lab results for accuracy and followed up with providers regarding abnormal results.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing monitoring of patient progress toward goals.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
SHN - Birchmount site - Cardiology unit
Scarborough, ON
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted in providing patient care to the elderly, including administering medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Performed assessments, such as vital signs, height and weight measurements and other physical assessments.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Personal Support Worker
CBi Health
Mississauga, ON
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted clients with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Provided personal hygiene assistance including oral care, shampooing hair, changing bed linens.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma
Centennial College
Toronto, ON04-2024
High School Diploma -
Bramalea Secondary School
Brampton, ON06-2019
Skills
- Patient Evaluation
- Direct Patient Care Delivery
- Vitals Monitoring
- Charting Medication Administration
- Diabetes Management
- Geriatric Treatment
- Strong inter-personal/ Inter-professional skill
Certification
- Indigenous Knowledge - First Peoples in Canada Certificate
- Participated in Virtu-WIL project
- Current CPR/BLS certification
- First Aid Certificate
- TB skin test
- Current Mask Fit certificate
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
- Patient Care - Delivered compassionate care that exceeded hospital requirements.Successfully provided quality care to at least 6 patients in the rehab environment.
- Vitals Testing - Measured an average of 6 patients' weight, height, body temperature, pulse rate and blood pressure daily.
- Clinical Skills - Monitored patients' respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Documentation - Ensured charting accuracy through precise documentation.
Timeline
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Providence Hospital - Orthopeadic/Amputee Rehab unit
01.2024 - 04.2024
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Micheal Garron Hospital - Medicine/Stroke/Oncology unit
09.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
SHN - Birchmount site - Cardiology unit
05.2023 - 07.2023
Nurse Aide
Sienna Senior Living
01.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker
CBi Health
08.2021 - 12.2021
Practical Nursing Diploma
Centennial College
High School Diploma -
Bramalea Secondary School
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