Healthcare professional with 7+ years of experience and expertise in acute and community health, excels in patient care, critical thinking, and collaborative efforts. Eager to transition into health technology with the goal to bridge the gap between care and innovation, and to contribute valuable skills to drive positive change.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Consumer Research Tester
Matrix Sciences
11.2022 - Current
Read, interpreted and followed written test instructions and procedures to accurately test products
Supported, implemented and helped shape test approach by identifying solutions to recurring issues
Examined products for imperfections and defects
Care Coordinator
Home and Community Care Support Services Toronto Central (formerly LHIN)
06.2022 - Current
Expertly manage up to 130 client cases and their services by designing and implementing care plans to provide timely access to community services and meet the health care goals of each client
Mentored 5 newly hired Care Coordinators, providing guidance and support to facilitate their successful onboarding and integration into the team
Acted as main point of contact for patients, doctors, and hospital staff by closely reviewing medical charts and maintaining high levels of communication
Played a pivotal role in orchestrating the seamless transition from the previous Long-Term Care (LTC) application process to the current electronic program. Actively participated in the development of a comprehensive e-module for staff education and in crafting and launching a user-friendly intranet page, enhancing accessibility and information dissemination. Collaborated closely with cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and elevate the overall application experience, ensuring a smooth transition and successful implementation for the entire organization
Critical Care Registered Nurse
Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital
12.2017 - 05.2022
Delivered outstanding patient care in a busy 28-bed Level 3 ICU and regularly part of the Code Blue team
Precept new staff and nurse extenders during the COVID-19 pandemic, able to work as a Team Lead with other health care providers in the context of team nursing
Assist physicians with emergent situations and bedside procedures such as intubation, central line insertions, chest tube insertions, and scopes
Recognize life threatening arrhythmias and means of treatment for patients with hemodynamic instability, caring for central lines, monitoring arterial lines, performing advanced procedures such as Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy and Targeted Temperature Management, interpreting and reporting results for proper medical management
Guided patients, caregivers, and family members on plans of treatment and helpful resources available locally to support care
Education
Post-Degree Certificate - Critical Care Nursing
Durham College
01.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Ryerson University
05.2016
Skills
Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
Critical Care Nursing Certification
Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy
Advance Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support
IV Therapy and Phlebotomy Certification
Wound Care I and II Certification
Peritoneal Dialysis Certification
Team Model of Care with Sunnybrook Education
Building Confidence with Difficult Conversations Workshop
Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
Interdepartmental Collaboration
Patient Care Coordination
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Consumer Research Tester
Matrix Sciences
11.2022 - Current
Care Coordinator
Home and Community Care Support Services Toronto Central (formerly LHIN)