Deniesha McClacken
Brampton,ON
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Toronto General Hospital, excelling in patient assessments and medication administration. Demonstrated ability to leverage critical thinking and empathetic communication to enhance patient care. Skilled in maternal and pediatric health assessment, showcasing a commitment to patient-and family-centered care. Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environments. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Toronto General Hopital
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Constant Observer
Toronto General Hospital
04.2019 - 09.2023
- Reduced falls risk for patients by consistently providing vigilant supervision and assistance with mobility.
- Demonstrated strong observational skills, promptly reporting any changes in patient condition or behavior to appropriate medical personnel.
- Developed rapport with patients and families through active listening and empathetic communication, enhancing overall satisfaction with care received.
- Provided compassionate care to patients, assisting with daily activities such as feeding, bathing, and personal hygiene.
Labour and Delivery Student Nurse
North Bay Regional Health Centre
09.2021 - 10.2021
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, fetal heart rate, and reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Document condition of mother and infant.
- Perform newborn screening for Critical Congenital Heart Defect.
- Prepare delivery rooms and complete safety checks.
International Research Study Participant
Nipissing University
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Recognize and response to rapidly deteriorating patients in a virtual simulation modality, using real-world scenarios.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities refining skills as a Research Study Participant.
- Collaborated with international participants to achieve research objectives, contributing valuable insight and expertise.
- Reviewed patient records and other documents to obtain information and make clinical decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nipissing University
North Bay, ON07.2022
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic Secondary School
Brampton, ON07.2012
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Assessments
- Critical Congenital Heart Defect Screening
- Postpartum Care
- Maternal and Pediatric Health Assessment
- Infection Prevention
- Early Recognition of Delirium
- Immunization Education
- Tracheostomy Care
- Harm Reduction Strategies
- Patient-and Family-Centered Care
Certification
- Patient-Controlled Analgesia Alaris Pump 2024
- CPR/First aid 2024
- Peripheral IV Insertion & Management 2024
- Pearls for immunization 2021
- Critical Congenital Heart Defect 2021
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Toronto General Hopital
01.2024 - Current
Labour and Delivery Student Nurse
North Bay Regional Health Centre
09.2021 - 10.2021
International Research Study Participant
Nipissing University
02.2021 - 04.2021
Constant Observer
Toronto General Hospital
04.2019 - 09.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nipissing University
High School Diploma -
Cardinal Ambrozic Catholic Secondary School
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