GENEROUS PALMA
Humboldt,SK
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with 6 years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in long term care settings. Experienced with patient care, including administering medications and monitoring vital signs. Utilizes strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive patient relationships and efficient team collaboration. Track record of providing compassionate and attentive care, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Mary’s Villa
03.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring patient safety and compliance with health regulations.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes in patient conditions to nursing staff for timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting understanding of treatment plans and self-care strategies.
- Trained new nursing staff on protocols, procedures, and best practices to ensure high-quality care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
Student Nurse
Carlton Trail College
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Monitored patient vital signs, documenting changes and reporting concerns to healthcare teams.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and physician orders.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Continuing Care Assistant
St Mary’s Villa
06.2019 - 10.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Monitored and documented vital signs, reporting changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted in daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Observed and examined residents to detect symptoms requiring medical attention such as bruises, open wounds and persistent coughs.
- Provided routine skincare by helping residents in applying non-prescription topical medications to skin.
- Supplied physical support to assist residents in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care.
- Built strong relationships with coworkers to create an efficient care team focused on collaboration and communication.
- Supported residents during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding residents with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Utilized therapeutic communication, empathy and active listening skills to encourage and develop positive relationships with residents.
Cash Office Clerk
Terry’s No Frills
04.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed cash handling processes, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
- Reconciled daily cash reports, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures.
- Supervised cash office operations, training staff on best practices for efficiency.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and resolving discrepancies in transactions.
- Established productive working relationships with coworkers, fostering a positive atmosphere conducive to effective teamwork.
- Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility in response to evolving company needs, learning new systems and processes as required.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Managed cash register operations, balancing daily receipts and reducing discrepancies.
- Processed high-volume transactions efficiently, ensuring accuracy and customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries, providing knowledgeable support to enhance shopping experience.
- Trained new staff on cash handling procedures and customer service best practices.
Education
Licensed Registration #16053 -
College of Licensed Practical Nurses
Nursing Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Carlton Trail College
Watrous, SK02.2023
Certificate - Continuing Care Assistant
Carlton Trail College
Humboldt, SK04.2019
High School Diploma -
Humboldt Collegiate Institute
Humboldt, SK06.2018
High School Diploma -
Rosales National High School
03.2015
Trauma Informed Practice Awareness -
St Mary’s Villa
GPA Training -
St Mary’s Villa
Class 5 Driver’s License -
SGI
Standard First Aide & BLS Provider -
Heart And Stroke of Canada
Transferring Lifting Repositioning (TLR) -
St Mary’s Villa
Certificate - Food Safety
Humboldt Collegiate Institute
Humboldt, SK01.2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Vital signs monitoring
- HIPAA compliance
- Compassionate care
- Physical assessment
- Wound care
- Geriatric care
- Clinical documentation
- Patient assessments
- Patient care
- Family communication
- Care planning
- Caregiving skills
- Palliative care
- Pain management
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Licensed practical nurse
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
St Mary’s Villa
03.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
Carlton Trail College
03.2021 - 02.2023
Continuing Care Assistant
St Mary’s Villa
06.2019 - 10.2023
Cash Office Clerk
Terry’s No Frills
04.2016 - 05.2019
Nursing Diploma - Licensed Practical Nursing
Carlton Trail College
Certificate - Continuing Care Assistant
Carlton Trail College
High School Diploma -
Humboldt Collegiate Institute
High School Diploma -
Rosales National High School
Trauma Informed Practice Awareness -
St Mary’s Villa
Class 5 Driver’s License -
SGI
Certificate - Food Safety
Humboldt Collegiate Institute
Licensed Registration #16053 -
College of Licensed Practical Nurses
GPA Training -
St Mary’s Villa
Standard First Aide & BLS Provider -
Heart And Stroke of Canada
Transferring Lifting Repositioning (TLR) -
St Mary’s Villa
References
Jessica Sanden
Nursing Manager at St Mary’s Villa
306-514-7401
Lacey Meddins, BSN RN
Lead Instructor at Carlton Trail College
306-917-7535
Jessica Wagner, BSN RN
Clinical Instructor at Carlton Trail College
306-491-8804
Jadah Mensch, BSN RN
Clinical Instructor at Carltron Trail College
306-917-7373