Colleen Lewis
Cobourg,ON
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner of 5-years, with a sixteen-years of comprehensive nursing experience, providing acute care, wellness exams and chronic disease management for diverse and challenging populations. Skilled at analyzing patient histories and preliminary test results to build diagnosis. In-depth knowledge of Telus PS Suits and several other EMRs like Oscar, P&P, Epic and other softwear tools like Zoom and Microsoft Teams.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
Northumberland Family Health Team
09.2019 - Current
- Performed comprehensive physical examinations and documented patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Prescribed and managed pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
- Provided medical services and care to patients with chronic and acute conditions.
- Worked with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
- Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient cases and treatment plans.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Worked in COVID Assessment Centre at Northumberland Hills Hospital
- Initiated the COVID Assessment Center in the Canten: a collaboration between NFHT, NHH and CCC in 2020.
Nursing - Remote Northern Ontario
Bayshore Home Health
05.2015 - 05.2017
- Demonstrated adaptability when assigned to different units or shifts as needed, seamlessly integrating into diverse healthcare teams while maintaining exceptional performance levels.
- Planned, prioritized and provided nursing care by applying advanced specialty clinical nursing knowledge and skills to support comfort and cultural safety of patients and families.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Worked as a relief RN in many different remote fly-in communities in Northern Ontario
Registered Nurse
Northumberland Hills Hospital
06.2012 - 09.2015
- Ensured efficient flow of operating room schedule by coordinating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and support staff.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among colleagues by sharing knowledge on current evidence-based practices in field of perioperative nursing.
- Prevented infections and maintained a sterile environment through diligent adherence to infection control guidelines and operating room best practices
- Floated to working in the Emergency Department when needed.
- Proficient in PACU and recovery room when on-call
- Emergency on-call cesarian sections
Education
Post Master's Diploma - Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner
Queen's University
Kingston, ON06.2019
Master of Science - Nursing
Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
Peterborough, ONSkills
- Patient Education
- Health Promotion
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Preventive Healthcare
- Chronic Disease Management
- Prenatal care
- Immunization Administration
- Telehealth Proficiency
- Acute care expertise
Languages
English
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
Northumberland Family Health Team
09.2019 - Current
Nursing - Remote Northern Ontario
Bayshore Home Health
05.2015 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Northumberland Hills Hospital
06.2012 - 09.2015
Post Master's Diploma - Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner
Queen's University
Master of Science - Nursing
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
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