Cora-Lynn Emberly
Drayton Valley,AB
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient assessment and medication administration, providing compassionate care and emotional support. Proven ability to develop collaborative care plans with interdisciplinary teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Drayton Valley Acute Care/ER
Drayton Valley, Alberta
08.2006 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans collaboratively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported infection control practices to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during recovery processes.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
- Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Demonstrated excellent interpersonal communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, physicians or other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and revised plan of care accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient interactions, treatments, medications administered and any changes in condition.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
Registered Nurse
Drayton Valley Home Care
Drayton Valley, Alberta
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Administered medications and treatments to patients in home care settings.
- Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with patients and families.
- Educated patients on health management and disease prevention strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Communicated effectively with multidisciplinary teams for coordinated care delivery.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and their families during care transitions.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital PCU 33
Edmonton, Alberta
07.2005 - 07.2006
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physicians.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
- Assisted in patient assessments and developed care plans collaboratively.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
- Supported infection control practices to maintain a safe environment for patients.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to patients during recovery processes.
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Promoted safe and calm environment for complex patients by keeping services, supplies and necessary equipment on hand.
- Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.
Education
Diploma in Nursing
Grant MacEwan
Edmonton, AB06-2005
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Infection control practices
- Care coordination
- Critical thinking
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Time management
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Drayton Valley Home Care
10.2022 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Drayton Valley Acute Care/ER
08.2006 - Current
Registered Nurse
Royal Alexandra Hospital PCU 33
07.2005 - 07.2006
Diploma in Nursing
Grant MacEwan
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