Ellen Ostafichuk
Saskatoon,SK
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Stensrud Lodge
Baker Crescent
01.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Registered Nurse
Preston Extendicare
2225 Preston Avenue South
01.2009 - Current
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Registered Nurse
Community Health Centre
55-2325 Preston Avenue
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Paul's Hospital
Saskatoon, SK
09.1990 - 09.2000
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity critical care unit
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Dealt with patient admissions, discharges, medication administration while ensuring adherence to protocols.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
- Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Education
No Degree - Diploma Nursing Program
SIAST Kelsey
Saskatoon, SK05.1990
Skills
- Emotional Intelligence
- Specialized Healthcare Referrals
- Nursing Consultation
- Patient Evaluation
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Documentation and Charting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Removing sutures
- Setting up referrals
- Personal care needs
- Geriatric Nursing
- Clinical judgment
- Team Coordination
- Decision-Making
- Patient care planning
- Medical evaluation
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Stensrud Lodge
01.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Community Health Centre
01.2018 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse
Preston Extendicare
01.2009 - Current
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Saint Paul's Hospital
09.1990 - 09.2000
No Degree - Diploma Nursing Program
SIAST Kelsey