Diedre Holmes
Grande Prairie,AB
Summary
Practical Nursing Student currently enrolled and attending accredited nursing program at Northwestern Polytechnic. Offers outcome-based nursing care under supervision of LPN and observes and reports patient response and progress to interventions. Working knowledge of nursing fundamentals, long-term and acute care healthcare environments to demonstrate skills necessary to care for patients.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytechnic
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Increased patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, family-centered care during acute illness and end-of-life situations.
- Assisted staff with care delivery within scope of certification, training and licensure.
- Collaborated closely with nursing staff to ensure timely delivery of medications, interventions, and supportive therapies for acutely ill patients.
- Maintained high standards of infection control by adhering to stringent hygiene protocols during invasive procedures.
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytechnic
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications safely and accurately, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Prevented complications from intravenous lines through regular assessment of insertion sites, ensuring adherence to infection control protocols.
- Facilitated smooth shift transitions by communicating pertinent information about each patient''s condition during hand-off reports with incoming nurses.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations while maintaining accurate electronic health records for all patients under my care.
- Utilized effective time management strategies to balance competing priorities while maintaining high levels of patient care delivery.
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytecnic
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills which resulted in increased trust between nurse and patient.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to nursing staff as needed.
- Managed medication administration, wound care, and other essential nursing tasks for optimal patient outcomes.
- Assessed patients' pain levels and provided appropriate interventions to maintain optimal comfort during their stay in the long-term care facility.
- Promoted a positive healing environment by establishing rapport with patients and addressing their concerns.
Teacher Helper
Grande Prairie Public School District
11.2018 - 12.2022
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Promoted a positive learning environment by effectively managing classroom behavior and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted teachers in preparing instructional materials, ensuring alignment with curriculum objectives.
- Supported teacher in monitoring students during lunch periods, recess, and other non-instructional times to maintain safety and orderliness.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Cultivated core values such as kindness, respect, compassion and integrity within students.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Northwestern Polytechnic
Grande Prairie, AB10.2024
Skills
- Vital signs monitoring
- Clinical judgment
- Clinical Documentation
- Time Management
- Attention to Detail
- Responsible and Dependable
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytechnic
07.2024 - 08.2024
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytechnic
06.2024 - 07.2024
Nursing Clinical Student Practical Nurse
Northwestern Polytecnic
01.2024 - 04.2024
Teacher Helper
Grande Prairie Public School District
11.2018 - 12.2022
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Northwestern Polytechnic
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