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Dominique Surette

Halifax

Summary


Clinical professional with deep knowledge in patient care, healthcare management, and clinical operations. Proven ability to lead teams toward achieving impactful results. Strong focus on collaboration, adaptability, and delivering high-quality outcomes. Skilled in patient assessment, treatment planning, and team oversight, with keen understanding of regulatory compliance and best practices in healthcare.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

3A ICU Critical Care Registered Nurse

Nova Scotia Health
12.2020 - Current
  • Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
  • Monitored hemodynamic parameters and analyzed complex data sets, making appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams during daily rounds to develop individualized treatment plans based on specific patient needs and goals.
  • Served as a preceptor for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.

Registered Nurse

4.1 Vascular/ General Surgery/ IMCU
07.2018 - 10.2020
  • During my time on this unit, I have acquired a wide range of skills in the treatment, assessment and care of pre- and post-operative vascular and general surgery patients.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Proficiency in telemetry cardiac monitoring, and care of patients in an Intermediate Care setting (IMCU)

Co-Op Nursing Position

Aberdeen Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Student nurse co-op opportunity on an acute surgical floor at the Aberdeen Hospital, with a focus in orthopedics.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
05.2018

Certificate - Nursing

Critical Care Nursing Program
Halifax, NS
01-2021

Certification - Nursing

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Level II
Halifax, NS
01-2023

Certification - Nursing

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)
Halifax, NS
01-2022

High-school diploma -

École Secondaire De Clare
Clare, NS
06.2014

Skills

  • 5 years Intensive care unit experience
  • Proficient in both French and English
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • CRRT Certification Level I & II
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Compassionate care
  • Healthcare team collaboration
  • Patient advocacy
  • Preceptorship and employee guidance
  • Charge nurse duties
  • Emergency interventions
  • Intensive care unit experience

Certification

  • Nova Scotia College of Registered Nurses Practicing License (#38553)
  • Critical Care Nursing Program
  • Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Level I and II
  • Intermediate Care Course – Nova Scotia Health Authority (October 2019)
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support HCP/CPR/AED Health Care Provider Course
  • Accu Check Inform II Glucometer Certification (2025)
  • Level 1: Positive Spaces Training (LGBTQ+ - 2017)
  • Ethical Conduct of Research Involvement Humans on Research Ethics (TCPS 2: CORE) 2016
  • Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHIMIS) 2025
  • Experience with Meditech Software, and Clinical Portal (2015-Present)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

3A ICU Critical Care Registered Nurse

Nova Scotia Health
12.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse

4.1 Vascular/ General Surgery/ IMCU
07.2018 - 10.2020

Co-Op Nursing Position

Aberdeen Hospital
06.2017 - 08.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

St. Francis Xavier University

Certificate - Nursing

Critical Care Nursing Program

Certification - Nursing

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Level II

Certification - Nursing

Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT)

High-school diploma -

École Secondaire De Clare

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