Erica Di Donato
King City,ON
Summary
Licensed Registered Nurse with a range of experiences among diverse populations and age groups with a strong interest in Women and Children’s Health and Obstetrical Care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Southlake Regional Health Centre- Birthing Unit
02.2024 - Current
- Supporting patients through spontaneous vaginal deliveries, conducting inductions and augmentations with the use of oxytocin, vaginal deliveries with use of forceps and vacuums, pre-operative preparation for cesarean sections, circulating and scrubbing during cesarean sections (scheduled and emergent), post-operative care after cesarean sections, management of post-partum hemorrhages (blood transfusion, IV, IM medications), conducting fetal and maternal focused assessments, management of high risk pregnancies, supporting patients through epidural procedures and pain management, continuous monitoring of fetal health, newborn care (head to toe assessments, vitamin K injections, erythromycin eye ointment), educating patients and initiating skin-to-skin and breastfeeding
Registered Nurse
Humber River Hospital- Birthing Unit
10.2021 - 01.2024
- Supporting patients through spontaneous vaginal deliveries, conducting inductions and augmentations with the use of oxytocin, vaginal deliveries with use of forceps and vacuums, pre-operative preparation for cesarean sections, circulating and scrubbing during cesarean sections (scheduled and emergent), post-operative care after cesarean sections, management of post-partum hemorrhages (blood transfusion, IV, IM medications), conducting fetal and maternal focused assessments, management of high risk pregnancies, supporting patients through epidural procedures and pain management, continuous monitoring of fetal health, newborn care (head to toe assessments, vitamin K injections, erythromycin eye ointment), educating patients and initiating skin-to-skin and breastfeeding
Student Nurse- Integrative Practicum
LHSC- Obstetrical Care Unit
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Assisting in spontaneous vaginal deliveries, vaginal deliveries with use of forceps, cesarean sections (scheduled and emergent), assisting in management of post-partum hemorrhages (blood transfusions, IV medications), conducting focused assessments, management of high-risk pregnancies (pre-eclampsia), supporting patients through epidural procedures, pain management during labor, post-partum care, newborn care (head to toe assessments, vitamin K injections, erythromycin eye ointment), assisted with initiation of breast feeding and breast-feeding teaching
Personal Support Worker
King City Lodge
04.2020 - 04.2021
- Basic care and hygiene, oral care, perineal care, meal assistance and feedings, dressing/ undressing, bed baths, showering and bathing, transferring using mechanical lifts
Student Nurse
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital- Obstetrics / Acute Medicine
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Oxygen therapy, respiratory care, aseptic technique, wound care, immunizations, insulin and IV therapy, blood transfusions, catheterizations, medication administration, safety protocols
Student Nurse
Victoria Hospital- Sub Acute Medicine Unit/ Nephrology/ Palliative Care
01.2020 - 04.2020
- Focused on year three nursing skills with an emphasis on peritoneal dialysis, hemodialysis and end of life care
Student Nurse
Victoria Hospital- Orthopedic/ Trauma Unit
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Clinical skills such as head to toe assessments, spinal cord testing and assessments, complex wound care and dressing changes, suture and staple removals, management of surgical drains, IV antibiotic treatment, tracheostomy care and assistance with chest tube removals
Student Nurse
Mental Health Mission Services
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Attended Mental Health Court and assisted clients with rehabilitative approaches, attended housing tribunals and advocated for clients, participated in community outreach by attending appointments with clients, HIV/ AIDS counselling, assisted in educating patients on harm reduction and transporting individuals to safe injection sites, registration and scheduling for Crash Bed Program, observed patient appointments with the agency’s psychiatrist
Pediatric Caregiver
Private
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Providing daily care for an infant and toddler, prepared meals and snacks, planned daily activities, administered oral and topical medications
Volunteer
Me to We Ecuador Mission
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Traveled to Ecuador to work in the Andes Mountains to assists in the construction of a secondary school for local children, practiced infection control protocols and understand vaccinations and illnesses regarding traveling
Education
BScN -
Western University
06.2021
Skills
- Effective time-management skills
- Positive patient care and education
- Culturally sensitive care
- Patient advocate
- Excellent assessment skills
- Eager and motivated to learn
- Positive and open communication
Certification
- 2024, Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- 2024, BCLS and Standard First Aid Certification
- 2024, UBC Fundamentals of Fetal Health Surveillance
- 2022, Bundle Birth Physiological Birthing Workshop
- 2021, RNAO Breastfeeding Certificate
Registration
College of Nurses of Ontario Registration #21444689
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Southlake Regional Health Centre- Birthing Unit
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Humber River Hospital- Birthing Unit
10.2021 - 01.2024
Student Nurse- Integrative Practicum
LHSC- Obstetrical Care Unit
01.2021 - 04.2021
Student Nurse
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital- Obstetrics / Acute Medicine
09.2020 - 12.2020
Personal Support Worker
King City Lodge
04.2020 - 04.2021
Student Nurse
Victoria Hospital- Sub Acute Medicine Unit/ Nephrology/ Palliative Care
01.2020 - 04.2020
Student Nurse
Victoria Hospital- Orthopedic/ Trauma Unit
09.2019 - 12.2019
Student Nurse
Mental Health Mission Services
09.2018 - 12.2018
Pediatric Caregiver
Private
05.2018 - 08.2018
Volunteer
Me to We Ecuador Mission
06.2016 - 07.2016
BScN -
Western University
- 2024, Neonatal Resuscitation Program
- 2024, BCLS and Standard First Aid Certification
- 2024, UBC Fundamentals of Fetal Health Surveillance
- 2022, Bundle Birth Physiological Birthing Workshop
- 2021, RNAO Breastfeeding Certificate
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