Janvier Biziyaremye
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Driven, compassionate, and diligent Registered Nurse with four years of providing care in a fast-paced acute care environment. Proven track record with Alberta Health Services, excelling in patient-centered care, and critical thinking. Demonstrated leadership in staff management and patient advocacy, enhancing care plans with strong clinical judgment and emotional intelligence. Skilled in prioritizing patient needs, and delivering high-quality care. Strong communication abilities ensure effective collaboration with healthcare teams. Uses nursing processes to effectively assess, plan, and evaluate patient care.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN-General Internal Medicine FloatPool
Royal Alexandra Hospital
Edmonton, Alberta
08.2024 - Current
- Applied the nursing process and critical thinking to effectively problem-solve and make informed decisions.
- Led nursing team as charge nurse, ensuring high-quality patient care and efficient workflow.
- Reviewed staffing patterns and census of nursing units, met staffing needs, and budgetary controls.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Advocated for patients' needs with the interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Listened to and addressed patient and family concerns, documented current symptoms, and reviewed medical history to effectively triage health issues.
- Performed comprehensive head-to-toe assessments to ensure accurate patient evaluations.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Led the Care Hub team in evaluating patient care needs and prioritizing treatment accordingly.
RN-Pulmonary/Transplant &Internal Medicine Unit 39
Peter Lougheed Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Delivered holistic, patient- and family-centered care, aligning with the shared values and vision of Alberta Health Services (AHS).
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Precepted and trained nursing students to ensure consistent quality of care.
- Responded to emergencies with speed, expertise, and a calm approach to provide optimal care and life-saving interventions.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies, and standards of care.
- Ensured documentation accuracy through precise charting of patient assessments.
- Advocated for patients to ensure their needs and concerns were addressed.
- Creates client care plans, maintains patient safety, and recognizes and prevents falls.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
RN-Hematology & Internal Medicine Unit 38
Peter Lougheed Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Educates patients, families, and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options, disease process, and management.
- Provided patient and family health education, focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients' conditions, monitored behaviors, and updated physicians with critical observations and concerns.
- Assessed patients' vital signs to monitor health status and detect any abnormalities.
RN-Thoracic Surgery & Pulmonary Medicine Unit 61
Foothills Medical Centre
Calgary, Alberta
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Reviewed diagnosis information and home care instructions with patients and caregivers for continued care.
- Prepares patients for surgery, educating patients and family members on surgical procedures.
- Monitored patients' postoperative vitals, and ensured accurate PCA and epidural setup.
- Collaborate with physicians, social workers, and physical and occupational therapists to implement care plans.
- Educates patients and their families on disease processes, surgical procedures, and medication, plus pre- and post-operative thoracic surgery.
- Provided comprehensive care to patients with acute respiratory conditions including BiPAP, CPAP, opt-flow, and chest tubes.
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to ensure comprehensive treatment plans.
RN-Renal & Ventilation Unit and Stroke Rehab
Dr Vernon Fanning Centre
Calgary, Alberta
05.2020 - 08.2024
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Provided care for patients on ventilators, managing tracheostomy, peritoneal dialysis, and hemodialysis.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized patient care plans.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
RN-General Medicine and Cardiology Unit 72
RockyView General Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Completed patient admissions and discharges, ensuring smooth transitions for patients.
- Reported general, physical, and mental conditions to primary physicians to support care initiatives.
- Applied critical thinking and problem-solving skills to effectively manage patient care.
- Used effective communication to manage and solve conflicts.
- Experienced with nasogastric tubes, Foley catheters, and wound dressing changes.
- Communicated patients' general, physical, and mental conditions to primary physicians to enhance care plans.
Healthcare Aid-Stroke Rehabilitation
Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre
Calgary, Alberta
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, toileting, and feeding.
- Maintained patient safety, and recognized and prevented falls: emptied ostomy bags, urinals, and catheter bags.
- Collaborate with RNs and LPNs to provide patient-centered care, and mobilize patients as per the care plan.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Calgary
Calgary, AB04-2020
Skills
- Problem-solving and critical thinking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Patient education and counseling
- Ventilator, acute BIPAP, and CPAP care
- Central line and wound care
- Emotional Intelligence
- Precepting
- Pain Management
- Family Education
- Tracheostomy and wound care
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infectious disease control
- Staff management
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, Feed the Hungry Program, Calgary, AB, 2018 - 2020,
- Organize and distribute lunch bags to unhoused individuals., Provide Basic First Aid., Great and organized seating for homeless guests.
Volunteer, Carewest Colonel Belcher, 2017 - 2020
- Assisting clients with ADLs and recreational activities.
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified.
- Connect care is trained
- Dementia Training Certificate: 2019
- IV Insertion Certification
References
Available upon request
Timeline
RN-General Internal Medicine FloatPool
Royal Alexandra Hospital
08.2024 - Current
RN-Pulmonary/Transplant &Internal Medicine Unit 39
Peter Lougheed Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2024
RN-Hematology & Internal Medicine Unit 38
Peter Lougheed Hospital
05.2023 - 08.2024
RN-Thoracic Surgery & Pulmonary Medicine Unit 61
Foothills Medical Centre
05.2021 - 08.2024
RN-Renal & Ventilation Unit and Stroke Rehab
Dr Vernon Fanning Centre
05.2020 - 08.2024
RN-General Medicine and Cardiology Unit 72
RockyView General Hospital
05.2020 - 04.2021
Healthcare Aid-Stroke Rehabilitation
Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre
01.2017 - 04.2020
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified.
- Connect care is trained
- Dementia Training Certificate: 2019
- IV Insertion Certification
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Calgary
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