Denise Sachs
Springhill
Summary
Dedicated Licensed Nursing Professional with a broad range of experience in direct and indirect patient care, and a healthy background in Mental Health nursing. Highly skilled in developing and adapting individualized plans of care, patient advocacy, and relationship building. Seeking to leverage background and experience to secure nursing position with forward-thinking employer.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2010
2010
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Field Nurse
VON Canada Cumberland
Amherst
07.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and share critical health information.
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments to identify patient needs and determine appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated patient care management, ensuring continuity of care across multiple service providers and settings.
- Documented patient progress and care activities diligently in electronic medical records for compliance and quality assurance.
- Developed individualized care plans based on thorough assessments and ongoing evaluations of patient conditions.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to enhance understanding of care plans.
- Performed wound care and management, applying appropriate techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Implemented patient-centered care strategies, enhancing satisfaction and fostering trust in healthcare delivery.
LPN Charge Nurse
Highcrest Enterprises
Springhill
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and best practices.
- Coordinated patient care activities to ensure effective treatment and recovery.
- Supervised nursing staff to maintain high standards of patient care.
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Sunset Communities
Pugwash
06.2015 - 06.2019
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and organizational policies.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care strategies and communication.
- Monitored patient care activities to maintain high standards of quality and safety.
- Developed and maintained relationships with families to enhance patient support systems.
- Implemented training programs for new hires to promote best practices in patient care.
Residential Counselor
Sunset Communities
Pugwash
02.2012 - 06.2015
- Assisted residents with daily living activities to promote independence and enhance quality of life.
- Implemented individualized care plans based on specific needs and preferences of each resident.
- Monitored behavioral changes and documented observations for case management purposes.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with families to support resident wellbeing.
- Provided crisis intervention support to de-escalate challenging situations effectively.
Education
Practical Nursing
NSCC
Amherst, NS 09.2013 - 05.2015
Hairstyling
Jon RayMond
Moncton, NB 09.2007 - 06.2008
Amherst Regional High School
Amherst, NSSkills
- Patient assessment
- Wound care management
- Electronic medical records
- Care plan development
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Healthcare compliance
- Patient safety protocols
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Crisis intervention
- Time management
- Confidentiality
- Behavioral health
- Home healthcare
- Patient safety
- Nursing documentation
- Patient advocacy
- Progress monitoring
- Care plan management
- Individualized treatment plans
Certification
- Healthy background in mental health and community nursing experience
- Education in mental health first aid, nvci, and trauma informed care
Timeline
LPN Field Nurse
VON Canada Cumberland
07.2019 - Current
LPN Charge Nurse
Highcrest Enterprises
06.2018 - 07.2019
LPN Nursing Supervisor
Sunset Communities
06.2015 - 06.2019
Practical Nursing
NSCC
09.2013 - 05.2015
Residential Counselor
Sunset Communities
02.2012 - 06.2015
Hairstyling
Jon RayMond
09.2007 - 06.2008
Amherst Regional High School