Jamie Clair
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with 7 years of direct patient care experience. Committed to serving patients of all needs and backgrounds. Has 5 years of experience working in the ICU unit, treating patients from all over the region with varying levels of ailments. Eager to apply critical-thinking and leadership skills to a new role.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
03.2019 - Current
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses including sepsis, acute respiratory disorders, traumas, overdoses, post-operative, stroke and myocardial infarctions.
- Initiated rapid response protocols for deteriorating patient conditions, stabilizing vital signs and preventing further complications in a timely manner.
- Managed multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining focus on providing exceptional patient-centered care within a fast-paced critical care environment.
- Monitored hemodynamic parameters, lab results and physical assessment findings, and made appropriate adjustments to treatment plans based on patient response.
- Served as a preceptor and resource for new nurses entering the critical care field, sharing knowledge and expertise to facilitate successful integration into the team.
Clinical Instructor
Lakehead University
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Supervised students during clinical rotations and provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Instructed students on performing safe patient care including, performing head-to-toe assessments on patients, maintaining patient safety while administering medications, ensuring aseptic technique while performing dressing changes and other clinical skills.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the clinical rotation.
Registered Nurse
La Verendrye Hospital - Riverside Health Care
09.2017 - 02.2019
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Store Manager
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
Education
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON02.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Compressed Program -
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON06.2017
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Patient Advocacy
Certification
- Basic Life Support Provider – May 2024
- Cardiac Arrest Response – November 2023
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Management Training – June 2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support – March 2023
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Training – January 2022
- Care of the Critically Ill Child – December 2021
- Lead II Interpretation – April 2019
- TB Skin Testing Training – April 2017
Volunteer History
- 05/2014, 02/2015 - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center, Thunder Bay, ON, Hospital Pediatric Volunteer
- 05/2013, 06/2013 - Inter Lucania Soccer Club, Thunder Bay, ON, Coach
- 05/2012, 06/2012 - Thunder Bay Girls Softball Association, Thunder Bay, ON, Coach
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Lakehead University
01.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Critical Care Unit
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
03.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
La Verendrye Hospital - Riverside Health Care
09.2017 - 02.2019
Store Manager
Menchie's Frozen Yogurt
09.2014 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse - Critical Care Nursing -
Conestoga College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Compressed Program -
Lakehead University
- Basic Life Support Provider – May 2024
- Cardiac Arrest Response – November 2023
- Intra-Aortic Balloon Pump Management Training – June 2023
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support – March 2023
- Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy Training – January 2022
- Care of the Critically Ill Child – December 2021
- Lead II Interpretation – April 2019
- TB Skin Testing Training – April 2017
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