Helen Frederickson NP, MSCP
Toronto,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in primary care and education. Seeking a specialized role in women's health, with a focus on perimenopause and menopause care, where I can apply my clinical expertise and passion for supporting women to thrive during the midlife.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Practitioner
North York Family Health Team-Colorectal Cancer Survivorship/Women’s Health Outreach
01.2015 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive health assessments for colorectal cancer survivors, focusing on personalized care plans.
- Provided health assessment & diagnoses: perform health history and physical exams, order & interpret colonoscopy, CT & lab results & communicate diagnoses related to abnormal findings
- Managed short and long term side effects of cancer treatment & address psychosocial issues
- Educated patients on preventive health measures, fostering a proactive approach to wellness and chronic disease management.
- Provided primary care for unattached women in North York
Nurse Practitioner
Mt. Sinai Academic Family Health Team
01.2009 - 01.2014
- Provided primary health care including assessments, diagnoses & treatment, counseling, education, advocacy, health promotion and prevention, internal & external referrals
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients on preventive health measures, fostering a proactive approach to wellness and chronic disease management.
Lecturer- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
University of Toronto
01.2004 - 01.2008
- Provided excellence in clinical & classroom teaching in adult & pediatric settings
- Incorporated cultural competence in teaching of all course material & enhancing diversity & equity at the Faculty of Nursing
Registered Nurse
Hospital for Sick Children
01.1998 - 01.2004
- Assessed & provided pediatric emergency & resuscitation care
- Prioritized & managed acute & chronic care clients
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Outpost Nursing
Community Health Nurse
01.2000 - 01.2002
- Provided acute & primary care in native communities in Northern Ontario
- Provided primary & acute care, chronic care (diabetes, heart disease, mental health)
- Other responsibilities: order & interpret lab work, dispensing medication, xrays, collaborate with other health care professionals (physicians, dentists, physiotherapists)
Education
Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate - PHCNP
Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
01-2008
Master of Nursing - MN-Health in the Community
University of Toronto
01-2004
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BScN
Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
01-1997
Skills
- Health prevention & promotion
- Women's health
- Chronic disease management
- Patient education
- Cancer survivorship care
- Interprofessional collaboration & referrals
- Experience with EMRs & virtual care
- Academic teaching & curriculum design
Affiliations
- Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario (NPAO)
- The Menopause Society (NAMS)
- Canadian Menopause Society (CMS)
Certification
2025 - Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP)
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/AWARDS
2022 Bright Light Award -Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario (AFHTO): Sustainable Solutions to Primary Care Problems Achievement
Timeline
Nurse Practitioner
North York Family Health Team-Colorectal Cancer Survivorship/Women’s Health Outreach
01.2015 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Mt. Sinai Academic Family Health Team
01.2009 - 01.2014
Lecturer- Lawrence S. Bloomberg Faculty of Nursing
University of Toronto
01.2004 - 01.2008
Outpost Nursing
Community Health Nurse
01.2000 - 01.2002
Registered Nurse
Hospital for Sick Children
01.1998 - 01.2004
Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate - PHCNP
Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
Master of Nursing - MN-Health in the Community
University of Toronto
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BScN
Toronto Metropolitan University (Ryerson)
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