Janice Matuska
Port Stanley,ON
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from London Health Sciences Centre, adept in medication administration and demonstrating unparalleled compassion. Excelled in enhancing patient outcomes through evidence-based care and meticulous infection control, while mentoring staff to foster high-quality care environments. Proven expertise in patient assessments and education, underpinned by strong clinical judgment and empathy. Specialized in cardiac care and nephrology with dialysis experience
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
London Health Sciences Centre
09.1989 - 09.2023
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
London, ON07.1988
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Compassion and Empathy
- Telemetry monitoring
- EMR Systems
Languages
English
Elementary
Timeline
Registered Nurse
London Health Sciences Centre
09.1989 - 09.2023
Diploma - Nursing
Fanshawe College of Applied Arts And Technology
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