Freda Weeseekase
Summary
Experienced in delivering exceptional client care and committed to becoming an indispensable asset in the medical field. Dedicated to providing top-notch service, I specialize in optimizing patient satisfaction and promoting a positive healthcare experience. With a strong commitment to professionalism and a passion for making a difference, I am eager to create a meaningful impact within the industry.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LPN Patient Car, Long Term Care
Saskatchewan Health Authority
07.2023 - Current
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered and monitored both scheduled medications, controlled narcotics, and performed catheterizations.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Addressed any concerns or questions posed by patients or family members promptly to maintain confidence in their care plan.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Performed wound care treatments using sterile techniques, promoting healing and preventing complications.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Lpn Travel Nurse
Magnus HRS
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Contracted to Northwood LTC facility (formerly Ivy Meadows) in Beaver Bank Nova Scotia.
- Cover required 12hr night shift staff due to short/no staff.
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Administered and monitored scheduled medications and controlled narcotics.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Accurately recorded interactions in medical charts, documenting accidents and interventions applied.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
Covid- Public Health
Indigenous Services Canada
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Provided guidance to fellow educators on best practices in public health education, elevating overall quality of instruction.
- Developed culturally sensitive education materials, fostering inclusivity and understanding in diverse communities.
- Utilized social media platforms as a tool for disseminating critical information about preventive measures during disease outbreaks or environmental crises.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data analysis, refining strategies to better meet community needs.
- Collaborated with local organizations to promote public health initiatives, increasing community involvement and support.
- Influenced policy change by presenting compelling evidence-based research at conferences and meetings attended by decision-makers within the field of public health.
- Developed strategic plans outlining goals and objectives for future programming, ensuring the continued effectiveness of public health education initiatives.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments to evaluate community health needs.
- Coordinated volunteer recruitment efforts, expanding the reach of public health programming and services within the community.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote health education initiatives.
- Collaborated with other health professionals to provide comprehensive health education services.
- Complied with legal and ethical standards to meet regulatory requirements.
- Maintained accurate and complete records to document program activities and outcomes.
- Built partnerships with community organizations to expand reach and impact.
- Developed and distributed health education materials to increase awareness and understanding.
- Monitored and evaluated health education programs to verify quality and efficacy.
- Analyzed health data and created reports to present to community leaders and stakeholders.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to design and deliver health education services to clients.
Corrections/Secure Long-Term Care
Saskatchewan Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2021
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication to better understand their needs and concerns.
- Conducted risk assessments on patients presenting with suicidal or homicidal ideation, implementing safety measures to protect both the individual and the broader community.
- Enhanced patient care by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive mental health treatment plans.
- Performed thorough psychiatric evaluations, accurately diagnosing patients'' conditions and formulating appropriate interventions.
- Gathered and maintained patient information and social and medical history obtained from relatives, patients and other professionals.
- Developed strong working relationships with community resources such as therapists, social workers, and substance abuse counselors, facilitating seamless coordination of care for patients requiring additional services.
- Administered psychotherapeutic treatments or medications to treat various mental, behavioral and emotional disorders.
- Demonstrated empathy and active listening during patient interactions, providing a supportive environment for individuals to share their experiences openly.
- Cultivated a safe environment for patients during therapy sessions by maintaining confidentiality and establishing clear boundaries.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary meetings for case reviews, sharing insights from a psychiatric perspective that informed overall treatment planning processes.
Long-Term Care
Gull Lake Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
- Assessed patients' pain levels and provided appropriate interventions to maintain optimal comfort during their stay in the long-term care facility.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to optimize therapeutic outcomes for patients in long-term care facilities.
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized care plans for long-term care residents.
- Facilitated meaningful social interaction among residents in long-term care settings by organizing recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Demonstrated adaptability when adapting to various clinical settings such as hospitals, rehabilitation centers or long-term care facilities.
- Assisted patients in identifying personal goals related to their health status or desired living situation improvements when formulating long-term care plans.
- Promoted a positive and supportive environment for family members, addressing concerns and providing education on long-term care processes.
- Enhanced the quality of life for long-term care residents by implementing engaging spiritual activities tailored to individual preferences.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing overall effectiveness of the long-term care program.
- Elevated overall quality of life for long-term care residents through consistent encouragement of social engagement and meaningful activity participation.
- Coordinated discharge planning with other healthcare professionals facilitating smooth transitions back home or into long-term care facilities.
- Demonstrated flexibility adaptability by working across various units within the healthcare facility as needed, including Alzheimer''s dementia care, rehabilitation, long-term care.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working across diverse healthcare settings such as acute care hospitals, long-term care facilities, outpatient clinics, home health agencies, or psychiatric units.
- Managed chronic illnesses effectively by developing and implementing long-term care plans that prioritized patient goals.
- Reduced malnutrition rates within long-term care facilities by implementing effective monitoring systems and timely interventions.
- Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
- Improved overall quality of life for long-term care residents through consistent engagement in stimulating activities tailored according to individual preferences.
- Supported needs of 33 residents under long-term care.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, providing guidance and support as they navigated the complexities of long-term care nursing practice.
- Improved patient care by providing attentive and personalized support to residents in a long-term care facility.
- Treated and monitored care of geriatric patients at local long-term care facility.
- Facilitated smooth transitions from acute care settings to long-term care facilities or home environments.
- Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
- Contributed to the development of organizational policies and procedures related to long-term care case management, promoting best practices throughout the team.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Home Care/Relief Nurse
Nurse Next Door Home Care Service
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Increased patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, individualized nursing care tailored to each patient''s needs.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly acclimating to new units or facilities during short-term relief assignments without compromising quality of care delivered.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and efficient relief nursing services in various hospital departments.
- Continuously updated knowledge base in response to the evolving healthcare landscape through participation in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences.
- Promoted a positive work environment by fostering effective communication among staff members and offering assistance when needed.
- Increased patient trust and rapport through empathetic listening, clear communication, and timely responses to concerns or questions.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Home Care Relief Nurse
Stanley Mission Home Care
03.2017 - 03.2017
- Two week Home Care staff Nurse replacement.
- Ensured patient safety and well-being by meticulously following infection control protocols and adhering to facility policies and procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Enhanced teamwork and communication among staff by collaborating with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to coordinate patient care.
- Facilitated continuity of care by collaborating with outpatient providers to ensure appropriate follow-up services were arranged upon discharge.
- Improved patient care by providing timely and efficient relief nursing services for the Home Care Community
Home Care City Hospital
We Care Health Services
11.2015 - 01.2017
- In Hospital Home Care for 1 specific Client.
- Advocated for clients'' rights throughout their interactions with healthcare professionals; ensuring they receive the appropriate levels of service according to their unique needs.
- Developed personalized care plans to address individual patient needs and preferences.
- Trained new staff members on company policies, procedures, and best practices for home care coordination.
- Upheld strict confidentiality standards while handling sensitive personal information regarding patients'' health conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient-centered care approach.
- Streamlined communication between patients, caregivers, and medical professionals for better overall care.
- Established strong relationships with local healthcare providers to enhance referral networks and expand service offerings for clients in need of home-based care solutions.
- Managed clinical documentation to maintain compliance with regulatory standards and requirements.
- Proactively identified potential risks or issues in the provision of home-based care, implementing corrective actions as necessary.
- Contributed to continuous process improvements within the organization through proactive problem-solving efforts.
- Ensured timely delivery of medications, supplies, and equipment for seamless in-home care provision.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices.
- Established and maintained effective communication with staff, physicians and community organizations to promote high quality patient care.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Collaborated with store manager to maintain daily operations.
- Developed policies and procedures for effective pharmacy management.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
- Maintained a high level of customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Enhanced patient care by coordinating and scheduling home healthcare services.
Long Term Care
Loon Lake Special Care Home
04.2011 - 10.2015
Long Term Care
Cerwydden Care Center
01.2007 - 08.2010
Long Term Care
Jubilee Homes, Porteous Lodge
01.2005 - 12.2005
BMT Riflesmen
Canadian Armed Forces- Bold Eagle III
01.1992 - 12.1992
Education
Education Program for Immunization Competencies -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, Sk03.2019
Full Scope Practical Nursing -
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
Saskatoon, SK01.2005
Grades 9-12 -
Beauval Indian Education Center
Beauval, SK01.1992
Skills
- Medication administration
- Dementia care
- Documenting incidents
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Healthcare ethics
- Scheduling and staffing
- HIPAA
- Vital signs monitoring
- Professionalism and ethics
- Medical documentation
- Educating families
- Physical examinations
- Geriatric nursing
- Counting narcotics
- Geriatric treatment
- Injury prevention
- Infection control
- Continuing education
- Charting and recording
- Medical terminology
- Catheter care
- First aid and CPR certification
- Tracheostomy care
- Compassionate care
- Wound dressing
- Professional demeanor
- End-of-life care
- Patient safety
- Nursing ethics
- Mental health awareness
- Care plan development
- Employee supervision
- HIPAA guidelines
- Patient needs assessment
- Psychiatric nursing
- Home healthcare
- Geriatric health
- Compassionate and caring
- Basic life support
- Reliability
- Lab specimen collection
- Vital signs
- Risk management
- Task prioritization
- Self motivation
- Patient relationship building
- Geriatric care
- Time management abilities
- Pain management
- Anatomy
Training
- Indigenous Services Canada onboarding, 09/01/19
- TGD/WHMIS
- CARNA- Standards- College and Association of Registered Nurses
- Home and Community Care Program-Fundamentals of the FNIHB HCCP
- NSAT&OCISM-Safety Visits-Patient Safety- Values and Ethics
- TB Management- Tracing and Education
- Health ITP- Correctional Training
- IV Therapy/Blood&Prod Comp LPN, Course PIC NRSG-254CE-3, 01/07/19 - 03/01/19
- Astral Ventilation training, 06/29/16
- Ventilation Management, 11/09/16
Personal Information
Title: LPN
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Norquest College- Practical Nurse 2005
- Gentle Persuasion
- Criminal Record Check
- Immunization Practice and Regulations
- Chemomeds Oral and Injectable
- WHMIS 2015
- WAVE
- PART
- TLR
- Respiratory Test Fit
Interests
- Photography
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
-Weddings, Landscape, portrait, family, studio
- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Music
- Jewelry Making and selling
- Gardening
- Hiking
Timeline
LPN Patient Car, Long Term Care
Saskatchewan Health Authority
07.2023 - Current
Lpn Travel Nurse
Magnus HRS
02.2023 - 05.2023
Covid- Public Health
Indigenous Services Canada
07.2021 - 10.2022
Corrections/Secure Long-Term Care
Saskatchewan Hospital
09.2019 - 03.2021
Long-Term Care
Gull Lake Care Center
05.2018 - 09.2019
Home Care/Relief Nurse
Nurse Next Door Home Care Service
06.2017 - 05.2018
Home Care Relief Nurse
Stanley Mission Home Care
03.2017 - 03.2017
Home Care City Hospital
We Care Health Services
11.2015 - 01.2017
Long Term Care
Loon Lake Special Care Home
04.2011 - 10.2015
Long Term Care
Cerwydden Care Center
01.2007 - 08.2010
Long Term Care
Jubilee Homes, Porteous Lodge
01.2005 - 12.2005
BMT Riflesmen
Canadian Armed Forces- Bold Eagle III
01.1992 - 12.1992
Full Scope Practical Nursing -
Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies
Grades 9-12 -
Beauval Indian Education Center
Education Program for Immunization Competencies -
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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