IRENE MARTIN
CAMBRIDGE,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. 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
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
REGISTERED NURSE
Everest College
10.2012 - 12.2012
- Ensured all course objectives and modules were taught in accordance with program schedule
- Conducted training sessions and workshops for PSWs to enhance their skills and knowledge
- Assessed and monitored the learning needs of PSWs through evaluations and feedback mechanisms.
REGISTERED NURSE
St. Joseph’s HealthCare
03.2010 - 10.2012
- Assessed patients’ physical, psychological and emotional needs prior to dialysis treatment
- Oversaw the dialysis treatment from start to finish
- Administered appropriate ordered medications or according to protocol
- Provided adequate resources and answered queries about disease condition and treatment options
- Evaluated patients’ reaction to dialysis treatment and medications
- Reviewed patients’ lab work, home medications and activities and collaborated treatment with other health care personnel in delivering quality care for the patients.
REGISTERED NURSE
Leisureworld Care Giving Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated physical, psychological, emotional, cultural and social needs of residents
- Validated the plan of care, goals and objectives with residents and their family
- Efficient in multi-patient medication administration and kept security of narcotic count according to the policies of the institution
- Ensured documentation standards are reflected in residents’ chart
- Supervised front line staff by directing and providing support as necessary
- Participated in risk management and quality improvement activities
- Effectively communicated and discussed resident needs with physicians and other health personnel.
REGISTERED NURSE / NURSE SUPERVISOR & CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Bethesda Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Supervised front line staff by providing direction and support when necessary
- Performed administrative and managerial duties like scheduling, inventory etc
- Demonstrated excellent skills in initiating IV lines, administering injections & drawing blood samples
- Participated in risk management and quality improvement activities
- Conducted in-service programs for staff and students
- Supervised students and staff in carrying out the right techniques for various nursing procedures
- Excellent record of teaching Pediatrics, Anatomy & Physiology & Pharmacology to a group of diploma students and supervise their clinical placements.
REGISTERED NURSE
Christian Medical College
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Assessed, planned, implemented, evaluated and documented care of pre-op and post-op cardiac clients requiring total client care and for clients with various neurological conditions
- Demonstrated skills in knowledge and interpretation of ECG monitoring, mechanical ventilators and defibrillators, pressure monitoring and airway management.
Education
Bachelor of Science (Nurse & Midwife) -
Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
Nephrology 1 - undefined
Humber College, Toronto
11.2009
Skills
- Over 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in Long Term Care, Pediatrics, Medical-Surgical, Cardio-Thoracic ICU and Neurology Unit
- Recognized for sound clinical judgement in assessment, planning, implementing, documenting and evaluating the medical care process of nursing care
- Ability to respond quickly to problems under high stress situations in a professional manner
- Highly motivated, self-starter with clear focus and a keen sense of urgency to important issues
- Continuously seeking innovative methods and techniques to enable improvement to function effectively and efficiently
- Initiate advanced care to clients independently and in conjunction with various medical health professional
- Client focused, dedicated and exceptional at multi-tasking giving importance to detail
- Clinical placement in all areas of health care during student period
Certification
Registered Nurse, College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
Professionalaffiliationsandcertifications
- Registered Nurses Association of Ontario, Canada
- Trained Nurses Association of India
- Alumni Association, India
- CPR & First Aid, St. John Ambulance, Mississauga, Ontario
Personalskillsandachievements
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with team focus.
- Appraised for excellent negotiation and conflict resolving skills.
- Creative problem solver with customer focused and friendly approach.
- Excellent patient assessment skills with good organization, scheduling and time management.
- Reliable and diligent with excellent record of attendance.
- Demonstrate interest to continuing education.
- Hard working, quick to learn and honest.
- Able to communicate in English, Tamil and Hindi.
- Proficient in computer skills: Microsoft Office, Internet and Email
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
REGISTERED NURSE
Everest College
10.2012 - 12.2012
REGISTERED NURSE
St. Joseph’s HealthCare
03.2010 - 10.2012
REGISTERED NURSE
Leisureworld Care Giving Center
01.2008 - 01.2009
REGISTERED NURSE / NURSE SUPERVISOR & CLINICAL INSTRUCTOR
Bethesda Hospital
01.2002 - 01.2005
REGISTERED NURSE
Christian Medical College
01.2001 - 01.2002
Nephrology 1 - undefined
Humber College, Toronto
Registered Nurse, College of Nurses of Ontario, Canada
Bachelor of Science (Nurse & Midwife) -
Christian Medical College, Vellore, India
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