Observant Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 34 year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Certified in Med-Surg. Kind and compassionate professional with expertise in performing diagnostic procedure.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northern Health Authority
12.1989 - 08.2024
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families through active listening, empathy, and clear communication during challenging situations.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Managed caseload of 3-9 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.3
Implemented fall prevention strategies to minimize patient injuries and promote a safe environment within the medical-surgical unit.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of medical-surgical nursing.
Long Term Care Case Manager
Northern Health Authority
05.2005 - 01.2008
Educated patients on available resources and assisted them in accessing necessary services through referrals or direct coordination efforts.
Evaluated patient needs and coordinated appropriate services, ensuring timely and efficient care delivery.
Managed complex caseloads, prioritizing tasks effectively, and meeting deadlines consistently.
Maintained detailed records of case management activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Clinical Instructor, Resident Care Program
Coast Mountain College
12.2002 - 03.2003
Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.