Harpreet Sidhu
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in community, Long Term Care and Retirement Home setting. 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
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse (Community)
SE Health
10.2023 - Current
- Management of diabetic foot ulcers, arterial and venous ulcers, malignant wounds, skin tears and surgical wounds
- Provision of ostomy care
- PIV initiation and maintenance
- Administer medications via oral, S/C, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitor responses
- Manage care from admission to discharge
- CVAD care in adult patients such as PICC line, Port a Cath, Central line
- Drain care and removal
- Palliative care
- Catheter insertion and management
- Ongoing health teaching to patients with various diagnosis
- Connecting with MD, Care Coordinator and Pharmacy on as needed basis
- Application of Compression therapy
- Client Service Report completion based on the policy.
Registered Nurse (Community)
Bayshore Home Health
06.2023 - Current
- Medication administration through IV, and S/C routes
- Wound care (Pressure ulcers, Trauma injuries, Surgical wounds, DFUs, Malignant wounds)
- Ostomy care
- Drain removal and care
- IV maintenance
- G, GJ and nasogastric tube feedings and maintenance in pediatrics
- Abdominal fistula Care and pouch application
- Palliative care
- Health teaching to patients and caregivers with different diagnoses
- PICC line care
- Post op care: Health teaching, Suture/Staple removal
- Manage and monitor medication administration through PCA/CADD pump
- School visits for diabetic management and g feeds.
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Bayshore Home Health
07.2021 - 06.2023
- Medication administration through IV, and S/C routes
- Wound care (Pressure ulcers, Trauma injuries, Surgical wounds, DFUs, Malignant wounds)
- Ostomy care
- Drain removal and care
- IV maintenance
- G, GJ and nasogastric tube feedings and maintenance in pediatrics
- Abdominal fistula Care and pouch application
- Palliative care
- Health teaching to patients and caregivers with different diagnoses
- PICC line care
- Post op care: Health teaching, Suture/Staple removal
- Manage and monitor medication administration through PCA/CADD pump
- School visits for diabetic management and g feeds.
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
AMICA Peel Village And Woodhall Park Care LTC
05.2017 - 03.2020
- Perform admission/discharge of residents on a routine basis
- Administered Flu vaccine
- Work in consultation with Registered Nurse to assess health needs of the residents
- Daily Skin and Wound assessment and treatment as required
- Performed daily routinely ostomy care such as flange and bag change
- Process verbal, written, phone, fax orders to/from Physician to/from the pharmacy and process medication orders electronically
- Orient new resident, mentor, and precept staff and students as required
- Schedule appointments with hospitals, clinics, diagnostic services, and health specialists by telephone, arranged for transportation and/or escort
- Performed post-operative care on patients returning from Hospital for rehabilitation purposes
- Provided nursing care as per established policy, Physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the RPN scope of practice
- Processed verbal, written, phone, fax orders to/from Physician to/from the pharmacy and processed orders electronically
- Provided optimal care through collaboration with other team members, communicating with residents and family members
- Provided guidance and leadership to Personal Support Workers and other members of the health care team assigned to the care unit.
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Roberta Place Long Term Care
03.2013 - 10.2015
- Management of patient Care from admission to discharge
- Annual flu vaccination administration
- Consult with Registered Nurse as needed
- Daily Skin and Wound assessment and treatment as required
- Supervision of PSWs and other members of interdisciplinary team
- Process verbal, written, phone, fax orders to/from Physician to/from the pharmacy and process medication orders electronically
- Orient new resident, mentor, and precept staff and students as required
- Provided nursing care as per established policy, Physician’s orders, the resident plan of care, and within the RPN scope of practice
- Ongoing communication with MD, pharmacy and family members to provide quality care to residents
Education
Post Diploma BScN -
Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University
Toronto, ON04.2023
Bridging to University Nursing -
Centennial College
Scarborough, ON08.2021
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Georgian College
Barrie, ON12.2012
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Fluent in English, Hindi and Punjabi
- Multitasking Abilities
- Conflict Resolution
- Active Listening
Certifications And Qualifications
- Current registration as Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- More than two years of experience in community setting
- Over six years of experience in Geriatric settings providing quality care to Long Term Care and retirement home residents
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certificate, CARES Approach Training, Alzheimer Association Approved Dementia Care Training, PIECES Training, and Certified in WHIMS
- Current CPR-Level C Certificate
- Core Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care Certificate
- Well-developed conceptual and theoretical understanding of nursing concepts
- Sound clinical knowledge and skill to provide resident/family-centered care
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
- Able to work well independently or as part of a multidisciplinary team in a fast-paced, demanding environment
- Strong problem solving, decision making, and critical thinking skills
- Enthusiastically worked with a culturally and socio-economically diverse population
- Excellent organization and time management skills, able to set priorities and take initiative
- Proficient with Electronic Medical Record (EMR), Yardi, Point Click Care, Procura
- Managed charting and data effectively both in handwritten and electronic forms
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint, Internet and general computer skills
- Demonstrated ability to identify and meet own learning needs for pursuing ongoing professional development
- Fluent in English, Punjabi, and Hindi
- Excellent attendance record
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario
- Wound Ostomy and Continence Institute
- Ostomy Canada Society
Timeline
Registered Nurse (Community)
SE Health
10.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse (Community)
Bayshore Home Health
06.2023 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Bayshore Home Health
07.2021 - 06.2023
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
AMICA Peel Village And Woodhall Park Care LTC
05.2017 - 03.2020
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Roberta Place Long Term Care
03.2013 - 10.2015
Post Diploma BScN -
Toronto Metropolitan (Ryerson) University
Bridging to University Nursing -
Centennial College
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Georgian College