Gagandeep Kaur
Caledon,ON
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Kensington Garden
Toronto, Ontario
05.2025 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff, enhancing delivery of high-quality patient care.
- Coordinated patient admissions and discharges, improving workflow and patient experience.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams for optimal treatment plans.
- Trained new nurses on clinical procedures and best practices.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions and evaluate progress towards goals.
- Facilitated communication between physicians and healthcare professionals, ensuring comprehensive patient care.
- Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Registered Nurse- Unit Charge
Oakwood Terrace
Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
11.2023 - 03.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to enhance patient care quality and compliance with standards.
- Managed daily operations of nursing unit to streamline workflow and improve team collaboration.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers efficiently.
- Implemented infection control protocols to enhance patient safety standards.
- Developed and maintained nursing schedules to optimize staffing levels.
- Trained new nurses on procedures, protocols, and best practices consistently.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Directed unit staff to deliver quality care tailored to diverse patient needs.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Organized and delegated tasks during rapid response and high-pressure code situations.
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Nursing Home
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.2024 - 11.2024
- Provided patient care through assessments and monitoring vital signs.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Registered Nurse
Amandeep Hospital
Amritsar, Punjab
11.2019 - 12.2022
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Delivered comprehensive patient care through assessments and vigilant monitoring of vital signs to ensure safety and well-being.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop patient care plans.
- Instructed patients and families on health management and treatment options to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Evaluated patient needs, prioritized treatments, and coordinated patient flows while assisting physicians with non-invasive procedures to optimize care delivery.
- Assisted in surgical procedures by preparing instruments and maintaining sterility.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SBS Institute of Nursing
Punjab, India09-2019
Skills
- Medication administration
- Patient assessment
- Emergency response
- Infection control
- Acute care expertise
- Admission and discharge
- Reporting and documentation
- Patient education
- Preceptorship
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Kensington Garden
05.2025 - Current
Registered Nurse
St. Vincent Nursing Home
01.2024 - 11.2024
Registered Nurse- Unit Charge
Oakwood Terrace
11.2023 - 03.2025
Registered Nurse
Amandeep Hospital
11.2019 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
SBS Institute of Nursing