ELIZABETH FINCH
Nanaimo,BC
Summary
An ambitious, passionate Registered Nurse. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical/Surgical Nurse
VANCOUVER ISLAND HEALTH AUTHORITY
10.2021 - Current
- Performed many skills such as catheter insertion, NG tube insertion, IV starts, Ostomy care
- Maintained sterile surgical environment and secured confidential data to protect patients' health and privacy.
- Assisted families by answering questions, supplying general information and providing frequent updates on patient progress.
- Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
- Communicated medical information and discharge instructions to patients and families to reduce return visits.
- Connected with patients and families from variety of cultural and economic backgrounds to establish and maintain open communication for improved patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Medical Floor, 3D
VANCOUVER ISLAND HEALTH AUTHORITY
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Consolidation of knowledge and skills learned in 1, 2, 3 and 4th year
- IV insertion and removal, Catheter insertion and removal, NG tube insertion and Removal,
- Took on full patient load while prioritizing patients care, charted in timely manner, making important calls to MRP, while delegating tasks when needed
- Able to provide competent palliative care while advocating for patients and their families
- Able to provide competent, open and honest conversations with patients that were pertinent to their care
Medical Floor, Renal Unit
NANAIMO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Consolidation of knowledge and skills learned in years 1, 2, and 3, managing an increasing patient load
- Acute patient care planning, code blue protocol, IV starts, prepared patients for hemodialysis,catheter insertion, blood product administration, relational practice.
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Medical/Surgical
COWICHAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL
09.2019 - 11.2019
- NURS 304 – SURGICAL UNIT, COWICHAN, Gained knowledge on paper charting
- Cared for patients pre- and post-operation, pain management, dressing changes, woundassessment, catheter care, IV insertion, medication administration through NG tube,development of care plans to address multiple health challenges, patient education.
Cardiac Medical Unit
NANAIMO GENERAL HOSPITAL
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Cared for acutely ill patients on a medical floor
- Built upon foundation of skills including specimen collection, IV management, medication administration, patient admission and discharge.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Nursing
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC06.2021
Skills
- Open minded and respectful
- Relational practice
- Reliable and accountable
- Clear communicator
- Hardworking
- Task oriented, organized, efficient
- Active Listening
- IV Administration
- Patient Care Assessment
- Wound Care
- Physician Collaboration
Timeline
Medical/Surgical Nurse
VANCOUVER ISLAND HEALTH AUTHORITY
10.2021 - Current
Medical Floor, 3D
VANCOUVER ISLAND HEALTH AUTHORITY
01.2021 - 04.2021
Medical Floor, Renal Unit
NANAIMO REGIONAL GENERAL HOSPITAL
07.2020 - 08.2020
Medical/Surgical
COWICHAN DISTRICT HOSPITAL
09.2019 - 11.2019
Cardiac Medical Unit
NANAIMO GENERAL HOSPITAL
07.2019 - 08.2019
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - Nursing
Vancouver Island University
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