Dannah Gardner
Pontypool,ON
Summary
Committed, passionate, and patient-focused New Grad Registered Nurse with clinical and administrative experience working in a variety of healthcare settings. Seeking to combine recent education to pursue career opportunities. Proven history of conducting in-depth physical assessments, identifying patient needs, evaluating care plans, advising on treatment options, and maintaining a safe and supportive environment. Confident communicator and active listener who builds strong working relationships, translates complicated information into meaningful terms, and effectively collaborates with multi-disciplinary teams on a day-to-day basis.
Overview
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Certification
Work History
Inpatient Surgical Unit
Ross Memorial Hospital
- 2022
- Managed 6-patient caseload by conducting health assessments, monitoring vital signs, and documenting results for patients in Inpatient Surgery Unit that was temporarily converted to also house acute COVID-19 sufferers
- Implemented care plans, administered medications, maintained and updated charts using EPIC EMR system
- Partnered with multi-disciplinary teams to coordinate unit activities and sustained compliance with COVID-19 protocols
- Support patients recovering from various surgeries with their day-to-day living activities and personal hygiene
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care
Long-Term Care Home
Port Perry Place
- 2021
- Assisted up to 30 residents suffering from range of cognitive disabilities including dementia and Alzheimer’s
- Worked with Registered Nurse to delegate duties of Practical Nurses and Personal Support Workers
- Admitted new patients, created medical records, and aided clients with wound care, drug intake, and eating
- Evaluated COVID-19 status, documented vital signs, and reported symptoms and changes to supervisor
- Collaborated with healthcare providers to drive continuity of care
Post-Partum Unit
Lakeridge Health
- 2020
- Tasked with providing post-partum care to up to 4 mothers shortly after giving birth at regional hospital
- Performed and documented physical assessments on mothers and newborns to ensure vital signs were normal
- Educated parents on baby care practices including handling, breastfeeding, diaper changing, and swaddling
- Uploaded assessment results into MEDITECH EMR platform and confirmed all information was accurate
In-Patient Surgical Unit
Oak Valley Health
- 2020
- Delivered post-operation support to patients recovering from various surgeries including bowel and orthopedic
- Examined health conditions, tended patient wounds, managed pain levels, and updated MEDITECH system
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care
Medical Surgical Unit
Lakeridge Health
- 2019
- Aided diverse patients experiencing complications from various serious illnesses such as strokes and pneumonia
- Shadowed Registered Nurses in their daily rounds and helped patients with mobility, meals, and sanitation
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ontario Tech University
Oshawa04.2022
Skills
- Patient Assessments & Education
- Care Planning & Implementation
- Consultation & Collaboration
- Data Analysis & Management
- Client Engagement & Relations
- Symptom & Pain Monitoring
- Documentation & Reporting
- Multitasking & Prioritization
- Health & Safety Compliance
- Technical Skills: Epic HER, MEDITECH, Oscar, Accuro, Microsoft Office Suite
Professional Experiance
Child Caregiver | Freelance – Port Perry, ON Present
• Supervise up to 10 children under the age of 10 including clients with developmental and hearing disabilities
Office Administrator | Toronto Street Medical Centre – Uxbridge, ON 2019-2020
• Oversaw several clerical duties at the medical centre and offered dedicated administrative support to 5 doctors
• Booked patient appointments, generated medical documentation, and answered and directed incoming calls
Office Administrator | Dr. Pairaudeau – North York, ON 2018
• Managed the office administration and scheduling for the physician specializing in Obstetrics & Gynecology
• Greeted guests, sterilized equipment, controlled records, and prepared patients for consultations and examinations
Level I Ski Instructor | Dagmar Ski Resort – Uxbridge, ON 2014-2017
• Designed and delivered ski instruction to groups of up to 8 beginner skiers between the ages of 2 and 12 years old
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- First Aid
- College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) - Registered Nurse
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario (RNAO)- Registered Member
Timeline
Inpatient Surgical Unit
Ross Memorial Hospital
- 2022
Long-Term Care Home
Port Perry Place
- 2021
Post-Partum Unit
Lakeridge Health
- 2020
In-Patient Surgical Unit
Oak Valley Health
- 2020
Medical Surgical Unit
Lakeridge Health
- 2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ontario Tech University
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