Compassionate Critical Care Nurse with background in providing care in high-stress environments. Skilled in rapidly assessing patient conditions and developing immediate care plans. Strengths include effective communication, teamwork, and ability to stay calm under pressure. Contributed to improved patient outcomes through vigilant monitoring and proactive interventions.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
Michael Garron Hospital
Toronto, Ontario
09.2006 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient responses in diverse care settings.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized patient care plans.
Conducted assessments to identify patient needs, and prioritize nursing interventions.
Assisted with diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
Maintained accurate medical records and documentation per hospital standards.
Provided emotional support to patients, fostering a compassionate care environment.
Mentored junior nurses, sharing knowledge of best practices, and hospital protocols.
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered, and other relevant data.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Coordinated care with the charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
Addressed rapid response and code situations by strategically organizing and delegating tasks.
Communicated effectively with healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care services across multiple disciplines.
Identified potential risk factors for adverse outcomes and developed strategies for prevention or early intervention of complications.
Utilized advanced technology such as ventilators and other life-sustaining equipment during critical situations.
Responded quickly to emergency codes and provided necessary interventions according to established protocols.
Assessed, monitored, and documented patient conditions including vital signs, intake and output levels, laboratory results, and changes in condition.
Assisted physicians with diagnostic studies such as endoscopies and bronchoscopies.
Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Reviewed lab values and other diagnostic tests with physician prior to administering medications or treatments.
Provided emotional support and comfort measures while caring for critically ill patients in a compassionate manner.
Conducted daily rounds with attending physician to discuss current status of all MICU patients.
Led multidisciplinary teams during code blue events providing direction when needed.
Performed physical assessments on newly admitted MICU patients.
Instructed staff nurses on proper techniques when caring for critically ill patients in the MICU.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
Managed patient pain and discomfort through effective pain management strategies, enhancing patient comfort.
Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
Trained new nursing staff and students, sharing knowledge and best practices in critical care nursing.
Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections within the ICU.
Operated and maintained life support systems and other medical equipment with precision and care.
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Staff Nurse, Rehab
Providence Healthcare
08.2008 - 04.2019
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
Facilitated transition to home care by providing patients with continued care information and discharge instructions.
Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
Staff Nurse, Step down unit
Toronto Western Hospital
Toronto, ON
01.2007 - 10.2010
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans as needed.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
Performed diagnostic tests such as blood draws, urine analysis and electrocardiograms.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure and temperature.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Monitored patient vitals post-surgery, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs.
Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit
National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
London,England, London
09.2004 - 09.2006
Communicated effectively with healthcare providers to coordinate comprehensive patient care services across multiple disciplines.
Identified potential risk factors for adverse outcomes and developed strategies for prevention or early intervention of complications.
Utilized advanced technology such as ventilators and other life-sustaining equipment during critical situations.
Assessed, monitored, and documented patient conditions including vital signs, intake and output levels, laboratory results, and changes in condition.
Provided direct nursing care to critically ill patients in the Medical Intensive Care Unit.
Reviewed lab values and other diagnostic tests with physician prior to administering medications or treatments.
Conducted daily rounds with attending physician to discuss current status of all MICU patients.
Led multidisciplinary teams during code blue events providing direction when needed.
Performed physical assessments on newly admitted MICU patients.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
Managed patient pain and discomfort through effective pain management strategies, enhancing patient comfort.
Managed comprehensive care for critically ill patients, ensuring adherence to ICU protocols and guidelines.
Staff Nurse,Chronic Vent/Palliative Care Nurse
Michael Garron hospital
Toronto, Ontario
07.2003 - 09.2004
Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
Provided emotional support to patients facing difficult diagnoses or treatments.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
Evaluated patients to develop and update treatment plans while anticipating day-to-day needs.
staff nurse, long term care
Christie Garden Nursing home
Toronto, ON
01.2003 - 06.2003
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Staff Nurse, Gyne Ward
Scarborough General Hospital
Scarborough, England, North Yorkshire
09.2000 - 06.2002
Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop plans of care for patients.
Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
Developed individualized teaching strategies for each patient based on their specific needs.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
Provided direct patient care, including wound care and medication administration.
Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
Assisted physicians with exams, lab tests or other procedures as requested.
Identified potential problems or issues that may arise during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions when necessary.
Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
Registered Staff Nurse, Medical-Surgical
St. Paul's Hospital
Iloilo , Iloilo, Philippines
04.1996 - 07.1999
Participated in code blue events as needed.
Responded quickly to changes in condition or requests from physicians or other healthcare personnel.
Coordinated discharge planning activities for medical-surgical patients.
Adhered to infection control policies and protocols at all times.
Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment data for each assigned patient.
Assisted physicians during examinations and treatments.
Conducted patient education sessions related to acute medical conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure proper treatment of medical-surgical patients.
Participated in performance improvement activities to enhance patient safety outcomes.
Instructed patients and family members on disease management and self-care techniques.
Administered medications, intravenous fluids and blood products as prescribed by physicians.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing interventions for medical-surgical patients.
Provided direct patient care to medical-surgical patients, ensuring quality and safe delivery of care.
Assisted with bedside procedures including wound care and catheter insertion and removal.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing workload effectively.
Monitored vital signs, lab values and other parameters related to medical-surgical patients.
Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Environmental Aide/Environmental Services Leadhand – Housekeeping/Portering at Toronto East General Hospital/Michael Garron HospitalEnvironmental Aide/Environmental Services Leadhand – Housekeeping/Portering at Toronto East General Hospital/Michael Garron Hospital
Protection Services Shift Coordinator at Michael Garron Hospital formerly Toronto East General HospitalProtection Services Shift Coordinator at Michael Garron Hospital formerly Toronto East General Hospital