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Christina Therrien

Sudbury,ON

Summary

Compassionate Registered Midwife with 19 years of comprehensive practice, excelling in clinical assessment and client care advocacy. Proven ability to foster strong client relationships through effective communication and cultural competence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Midwife

Sole Proprietorship/Midwifery Practice Owner
09.2007 - Current
  • Provided full spectrum prenatal, birth, postpartum and newborn care within a rural/remote community.
  • Worked in a 24/7on call model for 11 months of the year.
  • Supported clients and birthing partners in their roles by providing education on pregnancy, labor, and newborn care.
  • Developed strong rapport with clients through active listening skills that facilitated open communication about concerns or anxieties related to pregnancy or childbirth experience.
  • Assisted clients in making informed decisions regarding their birth preferences based on thorough discussions about risks and benefits of various options available.
  • Provided culturally competent care to a diverse client population, addressing unique needs and respecting cultural practices.
  • Maintained privileges at Manitoulin Health Centre hospital and served as Head Midwife, attending regular hospital business and education rounds.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development activities to stay current on new research findings and best practices in midwifery care.
  • Coordinated care with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals as needed during complex or high-risk births to ensure optimal outcomes for mother and baby.
  • Served as a mentor for student midwives by sharing clinical expertise, providing constructive feedback, and modeling excellence in the practice of midwifery.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient encounters, medical histories, assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.




Registered Midwife, Associate

Midwives of Algoma
08.2006 - 08.2007
  • Provided primary care for clients and newborns within a midwifery practice along with 3 other registered midwives.
  • Assisted clients in making informed decisions regarding their prenatal, birth and postpartum preferences based on thorough discussions about risks and benefits of various options available.
  • Participated in advanced practice training (full scope midwifery) and worked alongside physicians. This included management of epidural and medical induction of labour.
  • Followed professional standards and guidelines by adhering to ethical and legal guidelines and maintaining continued education certifications.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of client encounters, medical histories, assessments, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care.


Disability Support Worker/Summer Student Assistant

Community Living Greater Sudbury
05.2004 - 08.2004
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities for clients while attending a Day Program.
  • Facilitated community integration for clients by organizing outings, social events, and other opportunities for engagement.
  • Assisted clients in reaching personal goals through targeted skill-building activities.
  • Developed strong interpersonal relationships with clients and their families, earning their trust and respect through consistent empathy and understanding.
  • Transported clients via wheelchair to and from daily activities.

Education

Bachelor of Health Science - Midwifery

Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, None
04-2006

Year 2 Completed - Environmental Science

University of Waterloo
Waterloo, ON
09-1997

Skills

  • Clinical assessment: physical and perinatal mental health
  • Experience working in a collaborative practice with multidisciplinary practitioners
  • Strong communication skills
  • Patient care advocacy
  • Office administration
  • Budget development and management, healthcare billing
  • Data confidentiality and HIPAA compliance
  • Recordkeeping and management of client files
  • Appointment scheduling proficiency
  • Ability to maintain a flexible schedule

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

Emergency Skills

Neonatal Resuscitation Provider

Healthcare provider CPR

Non violent crisis intervention


Timeline

Registered Midwife

Sole Proprietorship/Midwifery Practice Owner
09.2007 - Current

Registered Midwife, Associate

Midwives of Algoma
08.2006 - 08.2007

Disability Support Worker/Summer Student Assistant

Community Living Greater Sudbury
05.2004 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Health Science - Midwifery

Laurentian University

Year 2 Completed - Environmental Science

University of Waterloo

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