Guissipina Rizza Rosal
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Juravinski Hospital - Hamilton Health Sciences
04.2022 - Current
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Personal Support Worker
Altamont Care Community, Sienna Senior Living
10.2021 - 04.2022
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
Caregiver
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
10.2021 - 12.2021
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained clean personal areas and prepared healthy meals to support client nutritional needs.
- Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
Dietary Aide
Altamont Care Community, Sienna Senior Living
05.2020 - 10.2021
- Served meals to residents in accordance with established schedules and dietary procedures.
- Cleared tables and removed dishes, trays, and utensils from dining room to dishwashing area.
- Washed plates, cups, serving, and eating utensils and kitchen equipment in commercial dishwasher.
- Arranged tray and or table settings with proper tableware, condiments, and tray card.
- Maintained strict levels of cleanliness for tables, floors, and prep areas.
- Upheld efficiency of meal services by pre-setting tables before patients arrived.
- Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Monitored food quality and freshness throughout day.
Hemodialysis Nurse
R8 H.I Dialysis Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Education
Diploma -
Lambton College in Toronto
Toronto, Canada08.2021
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Peak Private Healthcare College
Toronto, Canada09.2021
Certificate - Food Service Worker
Peak Healthcare Private College
Toronto01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Infant College
Tacloban City Philippines04.2017
Skills
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Disease Prevention
- Catheter Care
- Vaccine administration
- Patient Management
- Wound Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
Affiliations
College of Nurses of Ontario
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Juravinski Hospital - Hamilton Health Sciences
04.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Altamont Care Community, Sienna Senior Living
10.2021 - 04.2022
Caregiver
Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
10.2021 - 12.2021
Dietary Aide
Altamont Care Community, Sienna Senior Living
05.2020 - 10.2021
Hemodialysis Nurse
R8 H.I Dialysis Center
01.2019 - 12.2019
Diploma -
Lambton College in Toronto
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Peak Private Healthcare College
Certificate - Food Service Worker
Peak Healthcare Private College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Holy Infant College
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