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Cristina-Alexandrina Dorobantu

NURSE - PSW
Windsor,ON

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices.

Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 13 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work History

PSW

BAYSHORE
Windsor, ON
01.2024 - Current
  • Documented patient progress accurately and thoroughly in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring continuity of care between shifts or when transitioning between providers.
  • Supported patients'' emotional well-being through active listening and empathetic communication while respecting privacy and confidentiality.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Reduced risk of falls by consistently conducting safety checks in the home environment and implementing preventive measures.
  • Enhanced patient comfort by assisting with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
  • Managed challenging behaviors displayed by dementia or Alzheimer''s patients using appropriate interventions and communication techniques.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted with meal preparation according to dietary restrictions, promoting healthy eating habits among patients.
  • Maintained clients'' dignity by providing discreet assistance with personal hygiene tasks, such as toileting and incontinence care.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to ensure seamless delivery of services for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Assisted clients in maintaining their physical fitness through encouragement, gentle exercise guidance, and support during ambulation or transfer activities.
  • Built trust-based relationships with clients through consistent reliability and punctuality in attending scheduled appointments.
  • Facilitated mobility assistance for patients with limited physical capabilities, utilizing proper body mechanics to prevent injuries for both parties involved.
  • Ensured medication adherence for patients by administering prescribed medications on time and monitoring their effects.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by sharing insights into clients'' psychosocial needs and suggesting appropriate support strategies.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to detect early warning signs of health issues, promptly reporting any changes to supervising medical staff.
  • Educated family members about disease processes, treatment options, self-care strategies, and available resources to promote informed decision-making regarding their loved one''s health management plan.
  • Provided respite care for family members, allowing them necessary breaks from caregiving responsibilities while ensuring continuous support for their loved ones.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development to stay current on best practices in the field of personal support work, ensuring the highest quality of care for all clients.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
  • Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
  • Handled incoming mail, bills and invoices and completed appropriate actions.
  • Identified needs and coordinated plans for travel and out-of-town functions.
  • Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.

MEDICAL ASSISTANT-CHIROPACTOR

Complete Foot Care & Orthotic Center
Windsor, ON
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Provided assistance to medical staff in performing minor surgical procedures.
  • Filed insurance claims forms in accordance with applicable regulations.
  • Interviewed and engaged patients to obtain medical history, chief complaints and vital signs.
  • Positioned patients properly during examination or treatment for comfort and safety.
  • Followed principles of asepsis and infection control to meet patient safety guidelines.
  • Performed preliminary physical tests to accurately record results in patient history summary.
  • Secured patient information and maintained patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.
  • Ensured that all instruments used during exams were cleaned properly after each use according to established protocols.
  • Answered phones, scheduled appointments, greeted patients and ordered supplies.
  • Relayed messages from patients to physicians about concerns, condition updates or refill requests to facilitate treatment.
  • Supported administrative staff by processing payments.
  • Verified appointment times with patients, preparing charts, pre-admission and consent forms.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patient examinations.
  • Kept examination rooms clean, stocked with necessary supplies and prepared for incoming patients.
  • Cleaned and maintained medical equipment following procedures and standards.
  • Participated in team meetings to improve workflows and contribute to improving patient population outcomes.
  • Inspected equipment to ensure proper working order prior to use on patients.
  • Kept facility stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Ordered medical supplies, maintained inventory logs and restocked exam rooms when needed.
  • Prepared treatment rooms for patients by cleaning surfaces and restocking supplies.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Planned and completed group projects, working smoothly with others.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Organized patient charts before each day's clinic sessions began.
  • Scheduled appointments for patients via phone and in person.
  • Changed dressings on wounds to prevent infection and check for healing.
  • Assisted with pre-operative preparation of patients including providing instruction about post-operative care plans.
  • Assisted with patient intake, including taking vitals such as height, weight and blood pressure.

NURSE-AMBULATORY AND EMERGENCY ROOM

Euroclinic Hospital
Bucharest, Romania
06.2020 - 01.2023
  • Observed patients for any potential complications following surgery.
  • Assessed patient condition and monitored vital signs.
  • Monitored anesthesia levels throughout the duration of the procedure.
  • Assisted surgeons during operative procedures.
  • Provided assistance with patient transfer and positioning.
  • Administered medications, treatments and injections according to established protocols.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Verified accuracy of medication orders prior to administering them.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • Reviewed patients' medical histories prior to surgical procedure.
  • Provided education on proper wound care instructions to patients or family members.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Ensured that all equipment was properly functioning and sterilized.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Maintained clear communication between operating room staff members.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Initiated intravenous lines and blood transfusions as necessary.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Evaluated patient responses to treatment plans and reported any changes or abnormal findings.
  • Performed sterile techniques in preparation for surgery.
  • Responded quickly and appropriately in emergency situations.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient's health information, treatments and medications administered.
  • Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Maintained schedule of class assignments to meet deadlines.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Developed education materials to help explain various conditions and treatments to patients.
  • Assisted doctors during medical procedures.
  • Monitored vital signs, such as blood pressure, temperature, respiration rate, pulse rate and weight.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Assessed patient health and developed individualized care plans accordingly.
  • Provided emotional support to families facing difficult decisions about a loved one's care.
  • Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing protocols.
  • Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
  • Attended continuing education courses to stay up-to-date on current trends in nursing practice.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and procedures.

NURSE-AMBULATORY

MEDICAL PRESTIGE SRL
06.2015 - 12.2019
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Consistently adhered to strict safety guidelines while administering medications or performing invasive procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.

NURSE-AMBULATORY

SC MEDICOVER SRL
06.2011 - 06.2015
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
  • Streamlined communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to ensure comprehensive understanding of care plans.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

NURSE-AMBULATORY

Euroclinic Hospital
08.2010 - 06.2011
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge on emerging trends in nursing practice to enhance effectiveness in delivering quality care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
  • Improved patient satisfaction ratings by delivering compassionate and personalized care.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to facilitate prompt diagnosis and treatment.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

Medical Registrar

Euroclinic Hospital
09.2008 - 08.2010
  • Spearheaded quality improvement initiatives within the clinical setting, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction scores.
  • Maintained strict compliance with HIPAA regulations, ensuring the confidentiality of sensitive patient information.
  • Improved patient care by efficiently managing medical records and maintaining accurate documentation.
  • Ensured accurate diagnoses with meticulous attention to detail in reviewing laboratory results and imaging studies.
  • Facilitated timely referrals to specialists, optimizing patient access to appropriate care.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by providing comprehensive discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop customized treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Updated computer system with latest information to keep records current and accurate.
  • Organized, reviewed, and filed paperwork for secure recordkeeping.
  • Retrieved medical data for physicians and patients.
  • Studied and researched various medical terms as well as software and coding systems.

Education

VOCATIONAL CERTIFICATE - NURSE RESPONSIBLE FOR GENERAL CARE- HEALTH AND PEDAGOGICAL ASSISTANCE

Fundeni” Sanitary Post- Secondary School
BUCHAREST,ROMANIA
09.2007 - 07.2010

HIGH SCHOOL - BACCALAUREAT DIPLOMA -

"COSTIN NENITESCU" CHEMISTRY HIGH SCHOOL
BUCHAREST,ROMANIA
09.2003 - 07.2007

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Relationship Building
  • Medication and IV Administration
  • Team Coordination
  • Family and Patient Support
  • Critical Care
  • Nutrition support
  • Fall prevention
  • Behavioral management
  • Medication administration
  • Strong Medical Ethic
  • First aid and safety
  • Flexible schedule and availability
  • Medical records management

Languages

Romanian
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

Certification

  • G DRIVER LICENCE
  • CPR CERTIFICATION

CNO

  • CURRENTLY, MY DOCUMENTS REGARDING RECOGNITION AS A REGISTERED NURSE IN CANADA ARE PENDING AT THE COLLEGE OF NURSES OF ONTARIO.

Education and Training

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION-Practicing Wound Care for Paraprofessionals

CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION- Mastered Makeup Artistry

Timeline

PSW

BAYSHORE
01.2024 - Current

MEDICAL ASSISTANT-CHIROPACTOR

Complete Foot Care & Orthotic Center
06.2023 - 01.2024

NURSE-AMBULATORY AND EMERGENCY ROOM

Euroclinic Hospital
06.2020 - 01.2023

NURSE-AMBULATORY

MEDICAL PRESTIGE SRL
06.2015 - 12.2019

NURSE-AMBULATORY

SC MEDICOVER SRL
06.2011 - 06.2015

NURSE-AMBULATORY

Euroclinic Hospital
08.2010 - 06.2011

Medical Registrar

Euroclinic Hospital
09.2008 - 08.2010

VOCATIONAL CERTIFICATE - NURSE RESPONSIBLE FOR GENERAL CARE- HEALTH AND PEDAGOGICAL ASSISTANCE

Fundeni” Sanitary Post- Secondary School
09.2007 - 07.2010

HIGH SCHOOL - BACCALAUREAT DIPLOMA -

"COSTIN NENITESCU" CHEMISTRY HIGH SCHOOL
09.2003 - 07.2007

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