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Helen Ehghaghy

Milton,ON

Summary

Dynamic RN with extensive experience at ParaMed Home Health Care, excelling in patient assessment and care planning. Proven track record in enhancing patient satisfaction through compassionate communication and effective discharge planning. Skilled in intravenous therapy and committed to advocating for patients and families, ensuring optimal health outcomes and safety in care delivery.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

RN

ParaMed Home Health Care
03.2009 - Current
  • Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.

RN

ParaMed Home Health Care
04.2003 - 02.2009
  • Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined the next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities regularly to stay current on best practices in the field of nursing.
  • Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Coordinated discharge planning efforts with social workers, case managers, and other multidisciplinary team members for smooth transitions post-hospitalization.
  • Aligned nursing goals with department objectives to enhance overall performance metrics within the healthcare facility.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.

Education

Post-Diploma Certificate in Registered Nurse - Nursing Education

Centennial College
Scarborough, None
08-2002

Midwifery

University of Iran
Iran
06-1990

Skills

  • Basic life support


  • Community health
  • Patient assessment
  • Team coordination
  • Strong clinical judgment

  • Care planning
  • Case management
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Patient and family advocacy






  • Home care

  • Maintaining privacy
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Computer skills
  • Vaccine administration
  • Family advocacy
  • Home care
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Computer skills
  • Vaccine administration
  • Family advocacy
  • Home care
  • Palliative care awareness
  • Maintaining privacy
  • Hospice and palliative care
  • Computer skills

Languages

English
Farsi
Full Professional
Turkish
Limited Working

Certification

  • RN License - 2002-2025
  • Certificate of service, Paramed - 2020
  • BLS provider Training - 2025
  • Licensed College of Nurses of Ontario - 2002

Interests

  • Gardening
  • Hiking
  • Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
  • Gym Workouts
  • Yoga
  • Swimming

Timeline

RN

ParaMed Home Health Care
03.2009 - Current

RN

ParaMed Home Health Care
04.2003 - 02.2009

Post-Diploma Certificate in Registered Nurse - Nursing Education

Centennial College

Midwifery

University of Iran

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