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Darlene Jermey

Orillia

Summary

Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in patient care and medical procedures. Proven ability to manage diverse patient needs across various healthcare settings, ensuring high-quality care and satisfaction. Strong communication and problem-solving skills enhance collaboration within healthcare teams.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital
11.2008 - Current
  • Administered medications and IV therapies, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
  • Executed blood product administration and monitored patient reactions effectively.
  • Processed doctor's orders to facilitate timely treatment delivery.
  • Provided comprehensive wound care, including dressing changes and VAC therapy.
  • Communicated with clients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure coordinated care.
  • Conducted medical assessments and maintained accurate medical records for patient management.
  • Responded to emergencies swiftly, utilizing strong clinical judgment and critical care skills.
  • Assisted patients with mobility and conducted regular check-ins to monitor well-being.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.

Registered Practical Nurse

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
06.2008 - 06.2009
  • Medication administration
  • Administration of treatments
  • Processing of Doctor’s orders
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.

Registered Practical Nurse

Leacock Care Centre
02.2008 - 04.2009
  • Computer documentation
  • Administration of medications
  • Processing Doctor’s orders
  • Communicate with client’s, families, and other healthcare team members

Health Care Aid

Tullamore Nursing Home
06.1988 - 01.2005
  • Assisted with activities of daily living
  • An active member of the Palliative Care Team
  • Assisted with recruit training
  • Attended behavior modification course in association of Alzheimer’s Society

Education

Practical Nursing Program - full-time

Georgian College
Barrie, ON
01.2007

Practical Nursing Program - part-time

Humber College of Applied Arts
Etobicoke, ON
01.2005

Healthcare Aide Course - honours

Humber College of Applied Arts
Etobicoke, ON
01.1989

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma - undefined

North Park Secondary School
Brampton, ON
01.1987

Skills

  • Catheter care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Geriatric care
  • End-of-life care
  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Physical assessment
  • Diabetes management
  • Postoperative care
  • Patient assessment
  • Direct patient care
  • Medication distribution
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Collecting vitals
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Removing sutures
  • Care plan development
  • Infection control measures
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Long-term care
  • EMR / EHR
  • Proper catheter insertion/removal
  • Wound care
  • IV setup
  • Emotional awareness
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Chart updating
  • Palliative care awareness

Accomplishments

  • Wound Care Collaborator Course, 4/13/2025
  • Mask fit 8110S, 04/2023
  • Basic Lifesaver, First Aid & CPR, 08/2023
  • Policy and Procedures Online E-Learning courses (OSMH), 08/2023
  • Gentle Persuasion Approach, 09/2022
  • Geriatric Best Practice, 06/2021
  • VAC dressing training, 04/2021
  • CVAD training, 11/2019
  • TOR-BSST, 03/2018
  • Physical Assessment (Pearls), 10/2016
  • Wound Care Modules, 03/2014
  • CONA seminar (Orthopedics), 10/2014
  • Acute Stroke Unit Modules, 06/2014
  • Peritoneal Dialysis Education, 09/2012
  • Diabetic Education Course, 06/2012
  • Geriatric Best Practice, 07/2010

Certification

  • Apr 2023 Mask fit 8110S
  • Aug 2023 Basic Lifesaver, First Aid& CPR
  • Aug 2023 Policy and Procedures Online E-Learning courses (OSMH)
  • Sept 2022 Gentle Persuasion Approach
  • June 2021 Geriatric Best Practice
  • Apr 2021 VAC dressing training
  • Nov 2019 CVAD training
  • March 2018 TOR-BSST
  • Oct 2016 Physical Assessment (Pearls)
  • March 2014 Wound Care Modules
  • Oct 2014 CONA seminar (Orthopedics)
  • June 2014 Acute Stroke Unit Modules
  • Sept 2012 Peritoneal Dialysis Education
  • June 2012 Diabetic Education Course
  • July 2010 Geriatric Best Practice

Languages

English
Full Professional

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Registered Practical Nurse

Orillia Soldiers Memorial Hospital
11.2008 - Current

Registered Practical Nurse

Muskoka Algonquin Healthcare
06.2008 - 06.2009

Registered Practical Nurse

Leacock Care Centre
02.2008 - 04.2009

Health Care Aid

Tullamore Nursing Home
06.1988 - 01.2005

Practical Nursing Program - part-time

Humber College of Applied Arts

Healthcare Aide Course - honours

Humber College of Applied Arts

Ontario Secondary School Graduation Diploma - undefined

North Park Secondary School

Practical Nursing Program - full-time

Georgian College

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