Compassionate and Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse over 20 years of hands on expertise in the field of health care field Committed to providing all patients with outstanding care and support to help improve quality of life.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Psychiatric Nurse
St Joseph Health Care (Parkwood Mental Health)
01.2019 - Current
Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatments, coping strategies, and available resources.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities such as workshops, seminars, conferences related to mental health nursing best practices.
Conducted crisis interventions and de-escalation techniques to ensure patient safety during high-risk situations.
Administered psychotropic medications according to established protocols while closely monitoring side effects and efficacy.
Explained useful coping methods to relieve depression and anxiety.
Registered Practical Nurse
Mc Cormick Care Group (Nursing Home and Dementia Services)
06.2006 - 03.2020
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Personal Support Worker
McCormick Nursing Home
02.1999 - 07.2006
Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
International Nursing Bridging Course
Fanshawe College
London
09-2003
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Urdaneta City University
Urdaneta, Philippines
03-1995
Skills
Patient Care
Medication Administration
Vital Signs Monitoring
Electronic Medical Records
Wound Care Management
Infection Control
Patient Education
Clinical Supervision
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Basic and Advanced Footcare Nurse
RPN Dialysis
Pharmacology
Timeline
Psychiatric Nurse
St Joseph Health Care (Parkwood Mental Health)
01.2019 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Mc Cormick Care Group (Nursing Home and Dementia Services)
Supervised Practice Experience Program (SPEP) at St. Joseph Health Care/ Parkwood InstituteSupervised Practice Experience Program (SPEP) at St. Joseph Health Care/ Parkwood Institute