Geri-Lyn Lefaive
Kingsville,ON
Summary
Continue using critical thinking skills and compassion to those in care. Patient-oriented Nurse with 6 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, charge nurse responsibility, training and educating.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Island Health, Victoria General Hospital
12.2020 - 04.2024
- Managed caseload of minimum 4 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic, and culturally sensitive care.
- Promoted a safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Contributed to a positive work culture by serving as a mentor for new nurses and students.
- Demonstrated adaptability during critical situations by remaining calm under pressure while providing high-quality care for patients experiencing acute or life-threatening conditions.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Effectively managed time and prioritized tasks to ensure timely administration of medications, treatments, and procedures.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Facilitated efficient discharge planning with case managers, social workers, therapists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals involved in the treatment plan.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and care coordination.
Lead Registered Nurse
Integra Support Services
06.2018 - 12.2020
- Served as a liaison between physicians, patients, and families ensuring clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Advocate for patients, addressing concerns promptly and working toward satisfactory resolutions.
- Managed complex patient cases, coordinating care across multiple care homes and staff.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic health records systems while safeguarding sensitive patient information.
- Provided education to care aids for delegated tasks such as seizure, catheter and tracheotomy management.
- Collaborated with an interdisciplinary team withing the community.
- Monitored clients vitals and head to toe assessments weekly and as needed.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving staff satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Implemented and reviewed Care plans, protocols and delegation of task training.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency and reduce staff burnout.
DIRECT SUPORT WORKER
CHRISTIAN HORIZONS
10.2015 - 03.2018
- Worked with 4-5 clients with diverse abilities.
- Monitored progress and documented patient health status changes to keep care team updated.
- Facilitated community integration by accompanying clients on outings and encouraging social interactions.
- Assisted diverse abled clients to support independence and well-being.
- Improved quality of life for clients through compassionate care and effective communication.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current on industry trends and best practices for direct support work. Trainings such as safe management, abuse prevention, and medication administration.
- Enhanced client independence by providing personalized support and implementing individualized care plans.
- Managed medication administration, ensuring proper adherence to prescribed regimens for optimal health outcomes.
- Developed strong relationships with clients and their families, fostering a supportive environment for success.
- Served as a liaison between clients, families, and other support services, fostering collaboration and continuity of care.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Medication Coordinator, organized medication room, disposed expired medications and ordered required medications.
Education
CPR BLS Provider -
Heart And Stroke
Victoria, BC02.2024
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Heart And Stroke
Victoria, BC05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Windsor, ON06.2017
Patient Safety in Wound Management
Windsor, ON02.2017
Needles 2 IV Course; Intravenous Therapy, Central Line, Veni Puncture
Windsor, ON07.2016
Skills
- Nursing Documentation
- Pharmacology knowledge
- Patient Care Coordination
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Management
References
Rosemarie Chapman, Previous Co-worker
- 250-507-0718
- Chapman.rosie@gmail.com
Bonnie Hannam, RN Previous Clinical Nursing Educator
- Bonnie.hannam@islandhealth.ca
Julianna Chapman, RN Previous Coworker
- 250-686-753
- Julianna.chapman@islandhealth.ca
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse - 2018-current
- CNO registration number 24895133
Timeline
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Island Health, Victoria General Hospital
12.2020 - 04.2024
Lead Registered Nurse
Integra Support Services
06.2018 - 12.2020
DIRECT SUPORT WORKER
CHRISTIAN HORIZONS
10.2015 - 03.2018
CPR BLS Provider -
Heart And Stroke
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Heart And Stroke
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Windsor
Patient Safety in Wound Management
Needles 2 IV Course; Intravenous Therapy, Central Line, Veni Puncture
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