DEEPKA DEEPKA
Surrey,BC
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Ivy Healthcare Infrastructure, skilled in medication administration and infection control. Proven ability to enhance patient satisfaction through holistic care and effective communication. Adept at collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring high-quality outcomes for diverse patient populations.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-ICU
Ivy Healthcare Infrastructure Pvt.ltd (Ivy Hospt.)
Nawanshahr, Punjab(India)
12.2012 - 01.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Assist physician with critical care procedures- Arterial line , central line , peripheral line and maintaining the line care.
- Perform bedside patient procedures-Urinary catheterization, Iv line insterion, ABG sampling, NG tube insterion, blood trasfysion, ECG monitoring.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Implemented infection control measures consistently, minimizing risk of cross-contamination among vulnerable ICU patients.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families, ensuring dignity and comfort during difficult moments.
- Operated advanced life support equipment proficiently during emergencies, stabilizing critically ill patients swiftly when necessary.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives for the ICU, contributing insights to enhance overall performance and efficiency.
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based practices and updating ICU protocols.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- Demonstrated expertise in pain management, ensuring timely and effective relief for ICU patients with acute and chronic discomfort.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Patient Care Aide
Just Like Family Home Care
Tricities, BC
06.2023 - 02.2024
- Answered patient assistance calls, assessed needs, and offered qualified support.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Responded to patient emergencies with immediate care and notified clinicians to provide comprehensive assistance.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned station and service areas.
- Maximized patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Maintained accurate records of patient information, contributing to effective communication among the care team.
- Contributed to enhanced teamwork within the healthcare setting by maintaining open lines of communication with fellow Patient Care Aides, nurses, physicians, and other members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Assisted in creating a positive atmosphere within the healthcare setting by consistently demonstrating empathy, compassion, and professionalism when interacting with patients, families, and colleagues.
- Ensured timely administration of medications by closely following medical guidelines and instructions.
- Educated patients on self-care activities such as grooming, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene, and other daily living tasks when appropriate.
- Assisted nursing staff with essential tasks, ensuring efficient patient care operations.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Alzheimer disease, arthritis, epilepsy and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported the residents under long-term care.
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
Burnaby, BC
02.2023 - Current
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication administration.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Maintain patient intake and output record.
- Perform urinary catheter care.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to assigned authority.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
A.P.S College of Nursing (baba Fraid University)
Punjab, India09-2012
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Infection control measures
- Critical care
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- ADL assistance
- Long-term care
- Fluent in english
- Medical records management
- Mental health nursing
- Hemodynamic monitoring
- Central line management
- Chest tube management
- Isolation precautions
- Airway management
- End-of-life care
- Intravenous therapy
- Family communication
- Pressure ulcer prevention
- Tracheostomy care
- Discharge planning
- Seizure management
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Oxygen therapy
- Ventilator management
- Blood transfusion
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Vitals monitoring
- Medication administration
- Infection control
- Cardiac monitors
- Fluid intake and output monitoring
- Emergency procedures
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Full Professional
Certification
- Nursing BCCNM registration No:-1045945 Active
- Nursing CNO registration No:-25027532 Active
- Nursing PNRC registration No:-2511 active
- Food safe(Canada)
- First aid & Basic life support(Canada)
- Emergency response (canada)
- Advanced cardiac life support (india)
- Infection control nurse (India)
Timeline
Patient Care Aide
Just Like Family Home Care
06.2023 - 02.2024
Personal Support Worker
Private Care
02.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse-ICU
Ivy Healthcare Infrastructure Pvt.ltd (Ivy Hospt.)
12.2012 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
A.P.S College of Nursing (baba Fraid University)