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Open to workDesired start date: 2 weeks notice
Desired Job Title
Registered Practical NurseWork Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: HAMILTON, CAToronto, ON
Open to relocation: Yes
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Jecyl Bucasas
Registered Practical Nurse
HAMILTON,ON
Work Preference
Summary
Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Hamilton Health Sciences
Hamilton
05.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting comfort and independence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans.
- Documented patient progress and maintained accurate medical records.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environments in compliance with protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Administered prescribed medications or started intravenous fluids, noting times and amounts on patient charts.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Delivered high-quality direct and indirect nursing care to patients.
Personal Support Worker
Macassa Lodge
Hamilton
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to monitor resident health and well-being.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for residents and staff members.
- Supported recreational activities to enhance resident engagement and socialization.
- Ensured a safe environment for clients by managing risks associated with falls or other accidents.
- Managed challenging behaviors in a calm manner while following established protocols.
- Assessed the need for adaptive equipment including wheelchairs, walkers or canes.
- Encouraged physical activity through leisure activities like walks or light exercise routines.
- Developed trusting relationships with all clients by demonstrating respect for their rights and choices.
- Provided personal care services such as bathing, grooming and toileting to clients.
- Provided emotional support by listening attentively and responding compassionately.
- Supported bathing, dressing and personal care needs.
- Improved patient outlook and daily living through compassionate care.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton 09.2020 - 12.2021
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton 09.2019 - 04.2020
Skills
- Medication administration
- Vital signs monitoring
- Patient education
- Electronic medical records
- Patient assessment
- Infection control
- Communication strategies
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Clinical judgment
- Patient care
- Healthcare software proficiency
- Direct patient care
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Documenting incidents
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Wound care
- Patient assessments
- Counting narcotics
- Family communication
- Pain management
- Inpatient care
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Hamilton Health Sciences
05.2023 - Current
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
09.2020 - 12.2021
Personal Support Worker
Macassa Lodge
08.2020 - 05.2023
Diploma - Personal Support Worker
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
09.2019 - 04.2020