Hailey McMath
Prince George,BC
Summary
Dedicated health education professional eager to leverage strong understanding of health promotion principles, theories and best practices. Skilled in creating educational materials and delivering presentations with sharp eye for detail. Strong interpersonal skills for building positive relationships with focus on counseling. Personable with strong work ethic. Skilled in teaching, mentoring and developing relationships with individuals to support health initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Hemodialysis Patient Educator
Northern Health Authority
04.2024 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients learning styles, adjusting teaching methods accordingly.
- Developed culturally sensitive instructional materials to accommodate diverse patient populations.
- Provided specialized instruction for individuals with unique medical conditions or learning challenges, ensuring an inclusive approach to patient education.
- Improved patients adherence to treatment plans through clear explanations and demonstrations of procedures.
- Established trusting relationships with patients and families, ensuring open lines of communication for ongoing support and guidance.
- Empowered patients by promoting self-management skills and fostering confidence in their abilities to manage their health conditions.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers, advocating for optimal patient education opportunities and resources.
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Northern Health Authority
05.2020 - 03.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality acute hemodialysis care and monitoring vital signs during treatments.
- Built trust with patients and their families through consistent delivery of empathetic care, providing reassurance and guidance throughout the acute hemodialysis process.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare providers within the nephrology department, ensuring seamless coordination of care for dialysis patients.
- Safely administered medications as prescribed during acute hemodialysis treatments, closely monitoring for potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient safety with thorough knowledge of emergency procedures during acute hemodialysis sessions.
- Maintained continuity of care for renal patients by closely collaborating with outpatient dialysis centers upon discharge planning from the hospital setting.
- Mentored new nurses in the provision of acute hemodialysis care, fostering a supportive learning environment that enhanced clinical skills.
Day Care Surgical Nurse
Northern Health Authority
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care routines, reducing the likelihood of complications or readmissions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of surgical procedures, promoting clear communication among healthcare providers regarding patient progress.
- Developed and executed daily goals and care plans for up to 10+ surgical patients per day.
- Coordinated perioperative care for diverse patient populations ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics across various surgical specialties.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BC04.2020
Skills
- Health Literacy
- Teaching Strategies
- Multicultural Sensitivity
- Feedback Delivery
- Health Promotion
References
Angela Robinson
Hemodialysis Program Lead
angela.robinson@northernhealth.ca
250-612-2633
Wendy Harasimiuk
Renal Clinical Nurse Educator
wendy.harasimiuk@northernhealth.ca
250-645-6034
Timeline
Home Hemodialysis Patient Educator
Northern Health Authority
04.2024 - Current
Day Care Surgical Nurse
Northern Health Authority
05.2022 - 12.2022
Acute Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Northern Health Authority
05.2020 - 03.2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Northern British Columbia
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