Hailey Buchik
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
N-CLEX licensed Registered Nurse experienced and knowledgeable in treating and caring for patients within various healthcare settings, eager to continually fulfill new learning experiences and additional education/training. Successful in providing high-quality patient care through timely and accurate assessments and working calmly within fast paced work environments. Recognized for strong organizational skills and professional collaboration with all members of the healthcare team to maintain highly regarded healthcare practices to optimize clinical outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2023 - Current
- Assess and identify patients' needs, through providing and coordinating patient care, educating patients about various health conditions, and providing advice and emotional support to patients and their families, while actively advocating for patients' in various forms.
- Assess and prepare patients for tests and procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments. Furthermore, monitoring patients after surgery, answering questions and providing insight on home and in-patient care strategies.
- Implement and monitor patients' medical plan and treatment considering all data obtained, while ensuring that patient care is conducted according to the appropriate policies and standards.
- Administer various routes of medications and treatments while continually monitoring for patient reactions.
- Evaluate effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses. Also, recognizing and addressing complications and coordinating treatment with the care team accordingly.
- Respond to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Update charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes and/or seminars.
- Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives within the department. Achieving departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Utilize critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately. Through interpretation and evaluation of assessment findings and diagnostic test results to identify and assess patients' condition.
- Assist physicians during examinations and/or bedside procedures.
- Adhere to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
Unit Care Aide
Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre
Thunder Bay, ON
09.2022 - 05.2023
- Obtained vital signs and performed basic patient assessment and examination; communicating effectively with the various members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Provided bedside and personal care to clients and help them move, bathe, groom, get dressed and undressed; ensuring client rooms and rooms are kept clean.
- Provided emotional support to both patients and families during difficult times.
- Created safe environment, preventing falls and accidents.
- Stocked and organized supply carts and/or cabinets around the unit.
- Observed and reported changes in clients' physical condition and behavior.
- Transported clients to medical appointments and social activities.
- Distributed snacks, reading material, drinks and linens to provide comfort.
- Prevented the spread of infection through the use of proper protocols. Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Demonstrated flexibility to work per patient requirements.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
- Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Established good rapport with clients and family members by being cheerful and efficient.
Personal Support Worker
St. Joseph’s Hospital
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Care and emotional support for people and families during periods of illness or recovery
- Provide bedside and personal care to clients and help them move, bathe, groom and get dressed and undressed
- Prepared meals according to dietary needs of individuals served.
- Transported clients to medical appointments or other destinations as needed.
- Made beds, swept floors and sanitized surfaces to support activities of daily living.
- Lifted, moved and adjusted clients to ambulate individuals for diverse needs.
- Improved resident and staff engagement through group activities.
- Followed safe lifting and transferring techniques to transport residents.
- Encouraged clients to participate in recreational activities such as reading, playing games, and socializing with others.
- Developed positive relationships with patients by demonstrating empathy and respect for their needs.
- Facilitated communication between healthcare providers regarding the status of each client's health.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Obtained sources of entertainment for clients to provide full and enjoyable daily activities.
- Maintained detailed records of services performed on clients.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies are available for providing quality patient care.
- Maintained a safe environment for clients by ensuring all equipment is properly stored when not in use.
- Recorded vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Monitored changes in client behavior and reported any concerns to nursing staff.
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave
Thunder Bay, ON
03.2022 - 05.2022
- Verified accuracy of medication orders and entered data into pharmacy system.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing documents, faxing forms, answering phones.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding drug interactions, side effects and dosage instructions and referring communication to Pharmacist as needed.
- Maintained inventory records by restocking shelves with pharmaceuticals. Conducted regular checks of drug storage areas to ensure proper temperature control was maintained.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous chemicals, such as cleaning solutions.
- Assisted customers with prescription refills, requests for over-the-counter medications and other health care products.
- Greeted customers upon arrival at the pharmacy counter.
- Processed payments from customers using cash registers and debit and credit card terminals.
- Helped process third-party insurance claims. Kept up to date on changes in insurance coverage policies related to prescriptions.
- Measured pills, ointments, and creams with great detail and conciseness, completed appropriate checks with Pharmacist to ensure no error were made while filling prescriptions.
- Prepared labels for prescriptions and dispensed medications to patients.
- Adhered to all legal requirements relating to the safe dispensing of medication.
Dietary Aide
Chartwell Thunder Bay
Thunder Bay, ON
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared and served meals according to dietary guidelines. Ensured that all food was prepared according to established health standards.
- Stocked supplies in dining areas as needed.
- Informed supervisor about any changes in patient's dietary needs or preferences.
- Worked closely with dietitians to ensure proper nutrition for each resident and patient.
- Performed general cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes, sanitizing kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Assisted in the ordering, receiving, storage, and inventory of food items.
Pool and Gym Attendant
Best Western Nor’ wester Hotel
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2019 - 05.2022
- Greeted and checked in hotel guests and membership holders, while providing general information about the gym facilities Assisted with membership signups by providing information on services, policies, and procedures.
- Provided assistance to members with equipment usage and safety protocols.
- Performed maintenance of equipment, including cleaning and restocking weights, mats, and other supplies.
- Monitored locker room areas for cleanliness and security purposes.
- Maintained pool PH levels, through cleaning and chemical analysis and balancing. Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when working with chemicals.
- Provided first aid for hotel, pool, and gym guests.
Summer Student Position at Vaccination Clinic
Thunder Bay District Health Unit
Thunder Bay, ON
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Screened individuals before entering the clinic then directed individuals to the proper area for their vaccination
- Also providing care to individuals who felt unwell while in the post-observation period.
Customer Service Sales Associate
JB Evans Fashion and Footwear
Thunder Bay, ON
07.2018 - 07.2019
- Customer service, pricing items, cleaning storefront, answering, and responding to customer phone calls, and working cash and card machines.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - Collaborative Nursing Program
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON04-2023
Skills
- Developed relational, therapeutic, communication, interpersonal, and procedural skills in a clinical setting
- Works well in high-pressure situations Effective critical thinking and decision-making skills; adapting and prioritizing care and goals when there is a change in events and/or patients' status
- Commitment to punctuality, attendance and good time management Very organized individual
- Bilingual in English and French
- Provides high quality professional bedside manner
- Is able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently
- Demonstrates a strong work ethic and ability to take initiative
- Experience in advanced wound care, medication administration and distribution, post-surgical nursing care, medical evaluation, patient monitoring/care planning, palliative/hospice care, pain management, SBAR communication, detailed documentation, patient education, and clean/sterilization techniques
- Values and beliefs routed in compassion and empathy; therapeutic relationships and developing appropriate rapport, and providing enhanced patient and family support/advocacy
Certification
- CPR-C and Basic Life Support (BLS)
- 2023 Advanced Wound Care Seminar
- WHMIS
- ORCA (Food Handling)
- DELF B-1 (French Immersion OSSD)
- 3C Neurosurgical Learning Course
- Non-Violence Crisis Intervention
Volunteer Experience
Board of Directors - Activities and Programs Coordinator │ South Neebing Community Centre │ Thunder Bay, ON │ 04/2018 - present
- Attend monthly board meetings and assist with planning and coordinating seasonal activities.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre
05.2023 - Current
Unit Care Aide
Thunder Bay Regional Health Science Centre
09.2022 - 05.2023
Personal Support Worker
St. Joseph’s Hospital
05.2022 - 05.2023
Pharmacy Assistant
Pharmasave
03.2022 - 05.2022
Summer Student Position at Vaccination Clinic
Thunder Bay District Health Unit
06.2021 - 08.2021
Dietary Aide
Chartwell Thunder Bay
05.2021 - 05.2022
Pool and Gym Attendant
Best Western Nor’ wester Hotel
06.2019 - 05.2022
Customer Service Sales Associate
JB Evans Fashion and Footwear
07.2018 - 07.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) - Collaborative Nursing Program
Lakehead University
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