Christopher John Fernandez
Scarborough,ON
Summary
Registered ER Nurse with 18+ years of experience in various hospital settings in Philippines, Saudi Arabia, Bermuda, and Canada. Experienced and compassionate emergency nurse adept at providing emotional support, conducting diagnostic tests, and administering medication. Proficient in emergency care techniques and nursing methods. Awarded twice for perfect attendance. BLS, ACLS, PALS, CEN certified.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Supervisor
Seneca Polytechnic
Toronto, Canada
01.2022 - Current
- As a Clinical Supervisor at Seneca Polytechnic, I shape the future of nursing by seamlessly bridging theory and practice. Guiding students through dynamic clinical rotations across GTA hospitals, I instill critical thinking, compassion, and evidence-based practice. From long-term care to neuro units, I prepare them for the challenges ahead. As a supervisor, I provide feedback, ensuring cohesive teamwork and tailored learning plans. Empowering students to overcome barriers, I foster their growth in the nursing field
Emergency Nurse
Scarborough Health Network
Scarborough, Ontario, Canada
12.2018 - Current
- As an experienced Emergency Room Nurse, I bring many skills and dedication to patient care in a 300-bed hospital. I assess and triage patients when they arrive in the emergency department. Once they are in the room, I perform a holistic assessment and prioritize care based on the severity of their condition. The typical nurse-patient ratio is 1:4-5 depending on their acuity level and available resources. I am responsible for administering medications and treatments prescribed by the attending physician. This includes emergency medications, initiation of intravenous (IV) therapy, and advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) interventions to stabilize patients with life-threatening cardiac arrhythmias or acute myocardial infarctions. In documenting care, I use the EPIC system.
Teaching Assistant
Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada
01.2022 - 01.2022
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Monitored student progress by keeping detailed records of academic performance.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
Emergency Nurse
Bermuda Hospitals Board
Hamilton, Bermuda
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Works in a full scope of practice as a registered nurse using effective communications with clients, families, and healthcare team members in a 300-bed+ hospital.
- Committed to ongoing learning and professional development and self-motivated to improve.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physicians during examination and treatment of patients.
- Coordinated with the healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Assessed and evaluated patient care needs, prioritized treatment, and maintained patient flow.
Nursing Clinical Instructor
Security Forces Hospital
Dammam, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Developed and delivered educational programs for nursing staff on current clinical practices.
- Conducted orientation sessions for new nurses, providing guidance and support in their transition to the role of nurse educator.
- Assessed student performance through observation, testing, and evaluation methods.
Male General Ward Nurse
Saudi German Hospital
Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
01.2008 - 01.2011
- Assessed patient health conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Provided direct care to patients, including wound dressing, medication administration, IV therapy, and vital sign monitoring.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure quality of care for all patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
Education
Critical Care Nursing Program Certificate - Nursing
St. Lawrence College
02-2023
Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Management - Nursing Leadership and Management
Seneca College
04-2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Central Philippine University
04-2005
Master of Nursing - Nursing
Thompson Rivers University
Skills
- Emergency medical treatment
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Compassionate Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Care Coordination
- Wound Care
- Student Precepting
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time management abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Relationship Building
- Continuous Improvement
- Charting and clinical documentation
Certification
- New York RN since 2024
- Ontario RN since 2018
- Certified Emergency Nurse (CEN) since 2019
- District of Columbia RN since 2017)
- Bermuda RN since 2013
- Saudi Arabia RN since 2008
- Philippine RN since 2005
Volunteer Experience
- Emergency Nurses Association, 2018 - 2022, United States, National Education Conference Planning Committee Member
- Canadian Centre for Refugee & Immigrant Health Care, 2019 - present, Scarborough, Canada
- Canadian Council of the Blind Toronto Visionaries, 2018 - 2019, Toronto, Canada
- Seneca College - Daily Bread Food Bank Volunteer, 2018, Toronto, Canada
Affiliations
- Running fanatic
- Food enthusiast
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Supervisor
Seneca Polytechnic
01.2022 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Thompson Rivers University
01.2022 - 01.2022
Emergency Nurse
Scarborough Health Network
12.2018 - Current
Emergency Nurse
Bermuda Hospitals Board
01.2013 - 01.2018
Nursing Clinical Instructor
Security Forces Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013
Male General Ward Nurse
Saudi German Hospital
01.2008 - 01.2011
Critical Care Nursing Program Certificate - Nursing
St. Lawrence College
Post-Graduate Certificate in Nursing Leadership and Management - Nursing Leadership and Management
Seneca College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Central Philippine University
Master of Nursing - Nursing
Thompson Rivers University
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