GLORIA RUSSEW
Vaughan,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate ER nurse with extensive experience across a variety of healthcare settings. Specializing in transplant, oncological and cardiac emergencies. Ability to navigate high-pressure situations with calmness and efficiency, often in environments with limited resources. Passionate about utilizing these skills to improve healthcare accessibility across Canada.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Emergency
Toronto General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
- Collaborated effectively within a team to deliver specialized care to CTAS 1 patients, which included managing cases of overdose, responding to life-threatening arrhythmias, administering CPR and facilitating rapid intubation
- Developed a specialized skill set in managing critical situations for transplant, oncology, and cardiac patients
- Demonstrated adaptivity while collaborating with colleagues to maintain the smooth operation of the emergency room under the pressures of high patient volumes and reduced staffing levels
- Assumed leadership role by mentoring a consolidating nursing student and new orientees.
Registered Nurse- Medical/Surgical
Priority Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
- Demonstrated strong communication skills and adaptivity by working on various units at St Joseph's Health Centre
- Greatly expanded knowledge base by working with different patient populations, including oncology, nephrology, thoracic surgery, and cardiology patients
- Collaborated within an interdisciplinary team to ensure proper screening and interventions to prevent Monkeypox and COVID outbreaks.
Registered Nurse- Covid & GIM
Toronto Western Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Further developed knowledge by caring for high acuity patients requiring Opti-flow, telemetry, and continuous oximetry monitoring
- Demonstrated leadership and initiative by being charge nurse, precepting students, internationally trained nurses and new hires
- Focused on professional development by attending various educational seminars and completing cardiology I.
Registered Nurse
The Rekai Centres
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with UHN physicians to develop a safe and effective pandemic plan to clear the COVID-19 outbreak
- Closely monitored residents with COVID-19 for respiratory distress and carry out emergency interventions
- Developed individualized palliative care plans which reflect the resident's emotional, physiological and spiritual needs
- Educated interdisciplinary team members about infection control practices and effective PPE use during a pandemic.
Personal Support Worker
Loft Community Housing
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Identified changes in a client's appearance or behaviour, reported physical and mental health concerns, suicidal ideation, and contacted appropriate emergency services in crisis situations
- Supported clients with medication, daily insulin injections and activities of daily living
- Conducted physical and psychosocial assessments with clients who experienced a traumatic brain injury.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON04.2020
Cardiology Nursing I -
Humber College
Toronto, ON01.2021
Intensive Spanish Program -
University of Malaga
01.2019
Skills
- Compassionate and dedicated learner with excellent critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- Ability to recognize safety issues and follow best practice guidelines
- Collaborate well within an interdisciplinary team in order to provide holistic patient-centered care
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and data entry
Licenses Certificates
- General Class member of the College of Nurses of Ontario- License # 20279208
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario Membership-# 18SA4925
- ACLS and BCLS Certification
- Non-violent Crisis Intervention Training Certification
- Aboriginal Community Health Services Certification
- World Health Organization- COVID-19 Emergency Preparedness
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Bulgarian
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Emergency
Toronto General Hospital
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Medical/Surgical
Priority Healthcare
01.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse- Covid & GIM
Toronto Western Hospital
11.2020 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
The Rekai Centres
06.2020 - 11.2020
Personal Support Worker
Loft Community Housing
01.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Toronto Metropolitan University
Cardiology Nursing I -
Humber College
Intensive Spanish Program -
University of Malaga
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