Gurpreet Gurpreet
Cambridge,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with over 10 years of diverse experience in patient care, including expertise in cardiac nursing. Proficient in operating advanced medical equipment and certified in BLS and ACLS. Successfully managed comprehensive patient care plans and demonstrated strong leadership in supervising nursing staff. Proven ability to effectively communicate with patients and families while maintaining detailed health care records. Prepared to leverage unique skills to enhance patient outcomes in any dynamic healthcare setting.
Charge nursing professional with focus on patient care and team leadership. Strong skills in clinical decision-making, patient assessment, and care planning. Known for effective communication, adaptability, and teamwork. Dependable in high-pressure environments with commitment to achieving optimal patient outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Extendicare
10.2023 - Current
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care and adherence to best practices.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
- Led training sessions for new nurses, enhancing skills and promoting team cohesion.
- Monitored patient conditions and adjusted treatment plans based on clinical assessments.
- Ensured compliance with regulatory standards through regular audits and quality assurance initiatives.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Maintained high standards of patient care during high-volume shifts, managing patient assignments to optimize nurse workload.
Registered Nurse
Stirling Heights (Extendicare)
08.2023 - Current
- Plans and manages patient care tailored to individual needs.
- Conducts patient interviews and accurately records medical histories and physical conditions.
- Obtains vital signs, including pulse, blood pressure, temperature, and respiration rates.
- Communicates effectively with patients and their families to ensure understanding of care plans.
- Performs wound dressing and care to promote healing.
- Documents medication administration and patient responses meticulously.
- Administers subcutaneous and intramuscular injections as required.
Registered Practical Nurse
Stirling Heights (Revera)
11.2022 - 08.2023
RN Cardiac Nurse
DMC Heart Institute
01.2013 - 07.2021
- Assessed patients to identify suitable nursing interventions.
- Operated advanced medical equipment, including ventilators, defibrillators, suction machines, IABP, TPI, syringe pumps, and BIPAP.
- Achieved BLS and ACLS certifications.
- Supervised licensed practical nurses and other nursing staff, ensuring high standards of patient care.
- Managed patient admissions and discharges, facilitating seamless transitions.
- Diagnosed and treated chronic health conditions, including hypertension and diabetes.
- Maintained comprehensive and detailed records of patient care plans and prognoses.
- Conducted routine and annual physical examinations to monitor health status.
- Counseled patients on nutrition, exercise, sleep habits, stress management, and overall wellness.
- Coordinated diagnostic x-rays and other imaging services for accurate assessments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Hospital
07.2013
Post graduation - Nursing Leadership and Management
Seneca College
12.2021
Skills
- Medication administration
- Wound care management
- Operating critical care medical equipment
- Individualized patient care strategies
- Chronic healthcare assessment
- Clear and concise documentation
- Effective interpersonal communication
- Proficient in task management
- Prioritization and scheduling expertise
- Strong relationship-building abilities
- Team collaboration
- Crisis intervention and stress management
- Decision-making
- Care coordination
- Clinical leadership
- Team leadership
- Calm and composed
- Medication administration
- Mentoring and coaching
- Patient care
- Team leadership
- Staff training
- Patient assessments
- Staff management
- Patient care management
- Quality improvement
- Staff education
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Duty delegation
- Care plan management
- Medication distribution
- Nursing expertise
- Documenting observations
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- EMR systems
- Medical record analysis
- Critical care
- Empathetic and understanding
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Charge Nurse
Extendicare
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Stirling Heights (Extendicare)
08.2023 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Stirling Heights (Revera)
11.2022 - 08.2023
RN Cardiac Nurse
DMC Heart Institute
01.2013 - 07.2021
Post graduation - Nursing Leadership and Management
Seneca College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Guru Teg Bahadur Sahib Hospital
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