CLAIR CORPUZ
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Dedicated RN offering proven skills in patient care, medication administration and treatment implementation. Has quick learning abilities, detail-oriented, responsive and proficient in routine care and emergency response. Has many years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in different settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, AB
11.2023 - Current
- Experienced Rehabilitation Nurse with 8 years of experience providing care for patients with chronic and some acute conditions. Skilled in administering medications, wound care, and patient education.
- Performs physical examination on patients, coordinating comprehensive patient care, making independent clinical decisions based on primary examinations, managing documentation, and participating in patient care meetings.
- Follows rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain and optimize patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Responded to emergency situations with level headed, with the knowledge and speed learnt through out her career to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (AHS)
Edmonton, AB
12.2015 - 11.2023
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
- Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds for Amputee, Ortho and Burn patients as well as assisting them with personal hygiene.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Health Care Aide
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (AHS)
Edmonton, AB
09.2013 - 12.2015
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Assisted with rehabilitation exercises prescribed by physiotherapists or occupational therapists.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
Education
IEN Bridging Program - BS Nursing
John Abbott College
Montreal, QC12.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Mindanao State University
Philippines03.1998
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Health Education
- Physical Assessment
- Medication Administration
- Patient Assessments
- Multi-Tasking and Prioritization
- Empathetic and Compassionate
- Rehabilitation Techniques
Certification
- Registered Nurse , 11/16/2023, Alberta Canada
- Licensed Practical Nurse, 05/01/15, Alberta Canada
- Registered Nurse, Philippines, 08/08/98
Disclaimer
I Certify that the above information are all true. And as a Professional, I will give the utmost of my performance and fidelity to the standard and dignity of my profession and devote myself to the welfare of those committed to my care.
Languages
English
Professional
Filipino
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
11.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (AHS)
12.2015 - 11.2023
Health Care Aide
Glenrose Rehabilitation Hospital (AHS)
09.2013 - 12.2015
IEN Bridging Program - BS Nursing
John Abbott College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Mindanao State University