Deidre Koek
Kingsville,ON
Summary
Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse passionate about helping clients lead fulfilling lives by managing health-related conditions. Knowledgeable about medication administration and resident care plans. Well-organized and compassionate with good relationship-building skills. 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. Recent graduate with excellent research, technical and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented and able to learn new concepts quickly.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell Retirement Residence
Kingsville , ON
08.2023 - Current
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
Student Nurse Intern
Erie Shores Health Care
Leamington , ON
05.2023 - 07.2024
- Conducted health assessments on new admissions.
- Observed and monitored patient vital signs.
- Administered medications under the supervision of RNs.
- Assisted with treatments, such as wound dressings and catheterizations.
- Educated patients about their diagnoses, medications, nutrition, and other healthcare topics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Communicated effectively with all members of the healthcare team regarding changes in patient status or needs.
- Ensured a clean and safe environment for patients at all times.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations within the unit.
- Answered call lights promptly to address patient needs in a timely manner.
- Collected specimens from patients for testing purposes.
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care.
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Built rapport with patients' family members and support system.
- Provided compassionate patient care for required caseload.
Student Nurse & Preceptorship (400 Hrs)
Windsor Regional Hospital 6W Med/Surg
Windsor , ON
01.2023 - 07.2023
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Helped patients during ROM exercises to maintain musculoskeletal functions and increase strength.
- Monitored health and well-being of clients and reported significant health changes.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Assisted clients with maintaining good personal hygiene.
- Monitored clients' activity levels and helped prevent sedentary behavior.
Student Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital Unit 7W
Windsor , ON
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Provided compassionate patient care for required caseload.
- Administered oral, intramuscular and IV medications and documented adverse effects.
- Promoted open communication and honored patient rights and confidentiality.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Shadowed qualified professionals in medical surgical unit to learn new skills and gain deeper understanding of day-to-day operations.
- Backed up nursing staff by handling indirect patient care needs.
- Enhanced medical care by delivering compassionate emotional, physical and social support to facility residents.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
- Cared for patient caseload under direction of physician and nursing staff.
Student Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital Unit 8W Neurology
Windsor , ON
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Maintained safe and comfortable environment for each patient.
- Operated under direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities to learn new skills.
- Monitored patient status and reported update to senior medical staff.
- Supported personal hygiene needs of patients and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records.
- Read and understood patient assignment list and reviewed charts to check for special conditions.
- Delivered meals and snacks, helped patients feed themselves and documented intake for medical records.
- Cared directly for patients by assisting with daily living activities and mobility needs.
- Fostered independence by encouraging patients to complete tasks as autonomously as possible.
- Observed and communicated changes in patient's condition to registered nurse on duty.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak and onset of each.
- Documented information about patient care, vitals and condition markers in computer system.
- Observed medical procedures to advance nursing knowledge and prepare for more challenging experiences.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
Nursing Student
HDGH Rehab 1 South
Windsor , ON
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Measured and recorded blood pressure, temperature and respirations.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Supported patients with basic functions of eating and walking.
- Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
- Employed knowledge of sanitation and infection control to optimize customer care and services.
- Engaged in behavior-supported practices to create thoughtful and caring environment.
- Responded to patient needs and special requests.
- Noted changes in patient condition by notifying and assisting nurses in handling patient care needs.
- Lifted, ambulated and fed patients to deliver optimal care services.
- Enrolled in accredited school of nursing in good standing to pursue healthcare career.
- Partnered with registered nurses to perform specified patient care activities.
- Assisted medical team with procedures.
Unregulated Care Provider
Chartwell Retirement Residence Kingsville
Kingsville , ON
09.2021 - 08.2023
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental, or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
- Monitored vital signs and medication use, documenting variances and concerning responses.
- Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms, and referred patients to other medical professionals.
- Encouraged residents to participate in activities of daily living to enhance personal dignity.
- Supported bathing, dressing, and personal care needs.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the workplace to promote a safe and inviting atmosphere for clients.
Financial Services Representative
CIBC
Essex , ON
07.2012 - 03.2020
- Offered sound financial recommendations to promote financial security, moving clients to take action.
- Guided customers toward upward credit mobility through good financial choices.
- Held financial conversations with clients and prospects to determine needs and provide appropriate solutions.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
St. Clair College
Windsor, ON10-2023
Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences
Durham College
Oshawa, ON04.2021
Skills
- BLS CPR AED Certified
- CNO Registered
- Direct Patient Care
- Charting and Documentation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Compassionate and Caring
- Community integration
- Client documentation
- Records maintenance
- Compassionate client care
- Behavior redirection
- Medication administration
- Coordination skills
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell Retirement Residence
08.2023 - Current
Student Nurse Intern
Erie Shores Health Care
05.2023 - 07.2024
Student Nurse & Preceptorship (400 Hrs)
Windsor Regional Hospital 6W Med/Surg
01.2023 - 07.2023
Student Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital Unit 7W
09.2022 - 12.2022
Student Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital Unit 8W Neurology
01.2022 - 04.2022
Nursing Student
HDGH Rehab 1 South
09.2021 - 12.2021
Unregulated Care Provider
Chartwell Retirement Residence Kingsville
09.2021 - 08.2023
Financial Services Representative
CIBC
07.2012 - 03.2020
Diploma - Practical Nursing
St. Clair College
Certificate - Pre-Health Sciences
Durham College
Professional Development Experiences
- BLS 2024
- CPR w/AED 2024
- WHMIS 2024
- Crisis Intervention Training 2022
- WeRPN membership 2024
- N95 Mask Fit 2023
- Maude Woodall Memorial Scholarship Recipient 2022
- Sisters of St.Joseph’s Scholarship Recipient 2022
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