Grace Pataunia
ON
Summary
As a Registered Nurse in Ontario for 12 years, I have gained valuable experiences working in a multitude of clinical settings within well established organizations. I am completing a Master’s in Global Health which has provided the foundation to create public health interventions while considering social determinants of health. I have experience conducting literature reviews, reviewing evidence-based policy documents and legislation, analyzing data sources within the public health sector, and identifying performance indicators to ensure quality healthcare is delivered. Additionally, I am undergoing Program Management Education and will be obtaining my CAPM certification early 2024. Being a woman of colour and a part of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community, my lived experience and diversified portfolio will contribute a unique and valuable global health lens to organizations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
Health Care Connect run by Ontario Health
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Performed telephone triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Well versed in the Ontario Health Care System; connected patients to appropriate community supports
Staff Nurse
Women’s Virtual, Women’s College Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Canada's first virtual hospital, launched in 2019
- Involved in programs such as LTC+, Aging in Place, and Covid Care at Home as the lead RN within a virtual setting
- Delivered high level of service to clients to both maintain and extend relationship for future business opportunities.
- Leveraged technology as a means of providing more equitable and accessible care to patients
Staff Nurse
Family Practice Health Centre, Women’s College Hospital
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients to discuss treatment with physicians, in a primary care setting
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices
- Participated in hospital committees to recommend quality improvement initiatives
General Internal Medicine, Staff Nurse
Toronto General Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions, within Canada’s #1 hospital
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
Staff Nurse
Crossroads Refugee Clinic, Women’s College Hospital
11.2017 - 02.2021
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care to refugee patients across the lifespan
- Social movement actions performed at individual, organizational and system levels to advocate for refugee populations
- Collaborated on various projects, research initiatives, and grants
- Head of Quality Improvement within the clinic; documented and reported issues with compliance, standards of care and quality assurance requirements
Staff Nurse
COVID-19 Assessment, Women’s College Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2020
- Handled and stored potentially contaminated nasal, oral and blood samples after swabbing to prevent compromise
- Reported positive and negative response cases according to established protocols and reporting mandates
- Followed CDC guidelines to establish accuracy and compliance with COVID-19 protocols
Nurse Manager
Qualicare
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Directing case management for private clients in various settings (hospital, palliative, mental health unit, etc)
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing and allied health staff; led a team of over 40 staff members
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance, while collaborating with stakeholders
Clinical Manager and Strategist
The Christie Clinic
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Identified opportunities to improve clinical practices, devised strategies and implemented plans to increase patient care standards and enhance operational procedures.
- Communicated effectively with staff members, physicians, and patients, employing active listening and interpersonal skills
- Oversaw overall operation of nursing services and patient care, and developed the clinic's policy manual
Staff Nurse
Ottawa Inner City Health
01.2015 - 01.2015
- Coordinated and integrated health care services for the chronically unhoused, in specialized health units within shelters
- Served a large indigenous population and provided culturally competent care
- Responsible for the triage of etoh and substance abuse users, and admitted them into acute observational units within the shelter
- Participated in community events to promote services and engage with public.
- Provided palliative care to terminally ill community clients within a hospice unit
Education
Master of Science - Global Health
University of New South Wales
Sydney, Australia01.2024
Health Research Methodology Certificate -
McMaster University
2021
Health Systems Development: Health Systems, Policy and Research Certificate -
London Imperial College, Toronto, Women’s College Hospital
2021
Bachelor in Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual
Manila, Philippines04.2009
Skills
- Patient Care Assessment
- EMR Systems
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Project Leadership and Planning
- Data Collection
- Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis
- Case Management
- Program Implementation
- Research Project Design
- Public Presentations
Timeline
Staff Nurse
Health Care Connect run by Ontario Health
03.2022 - 09.2022
Staff Nurse
Family Practice Health Centre, Women’s College Hospital
02.2021 - 11.2021
General Internal Medicine, Staff Nurse
Toronto General Hospital
02.2021 - 07.2021
Staff Nurse
Women’s Virtual, Women’s College Hospital
01.2021 - 01.2022
Staff Nurse
COVID-19 Assessment, Women’s College Hospital
04.2020 - 10.2020
Staff Nurse
Crossroads Refugee Clinic, Women’s College Hospital
11.2017 - 02.2021
Nurse Manager
Qualicare
01.2016 - 01.2017
Clinical Manager and Strategist
The Christie Clinic
01.2015 - 01.2016
Staff Nurse
Ottawa Inner City Health
01.2015 - 01.2015
Master of Science - Global Health
University of New South Wales
Health Research Methodology Certificate -
McMaster University
Health Systems Development: Health Systems, Policy and Research Certificate -
London Imperial College, Toronto, Women’s College Hospital
Bachelor in Science - Nursing
University of Perpetual
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