Jennifer Coughlin
Kitchener,ON
Summary
Healthcare professional with extensive experience in diverse settings, specializing in medication administration and wound care. Proven ability in patient education and interprofessional communication, enhancing patient outcomes through effective collaboration. Expertise in mobility assistance and health monitoring, demonstrating empathy and patience in fast-paced environments. Committed to delivering quality care and support to patients.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Lapointe Fisher Nursing Home
Guelph, ON
05.2023 - 08.2024
- Assisted elderly residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene, mobility, and feeding.
- Supported residents with various illnesses and disabilities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to communicate changes in residents' conditions.
- Maintained a safe and clean care environment.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Integrity Long Term Care Staffing
Hamilton, ON
12.2022 - 04.2024
- Assisted residents with activities of daily living, including personal hygiene and feeding.
- Supported residents' independence while ensuring safety and comfort.
- Worked collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams to meet resident care needs.
Student Nurse
Idlewyld Manor
Hamilton, ON
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Company Overview: LTC/Complex Care
- Administered medications safely and accurately under supervision.
- Provided complex wound care and ostomy management.
- Delivered patient and family education on chronic condition management.
- Supported catheter care and monitoring.
- Engaged in leadership opportunities, including participating in staffing and delegation.
- Assisted with palliative and end-of-life care planning and support.
- LTC/Complex Care
Student Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital
Hamilton, ON
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Rehabilitation Unit
- Assisted with activities of daily living, including hygiene and mobility transfers.
- Performed medication administration and collaborated in IV therapy and blood work.
- Provided complex wound care and documentation.
- Contributed to patient and family education regarding recovery and care goals.
- Worked collaboratively with the interprofessional team to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Gained hospital-based experience in a rehabilitative environment.
- Rehabilitation Unit
Student Nurse
Brantford General Hospital
Brantford, ON
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Company Overview: Medicine Unit
- Administered oral and IV medications under supervision.
- Assisted with personal hygiene, mobility transfers, and other ADLs.
- Provided catheter care and ostomy support.
- Delivered complex wound care and maintained detailed documentation.
- Participated in interprofessional care planning with healthcare teams.
- Educated patients and families on medications, diagnoses, and home care plans.
- Medicine Unit
Student Nurse
Juravinski Hospital
Hamilton, ON
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Company Overview: Surgical Oncology Unit
- Provided daily support with ADLs, including personal hygiene and mobility.
- Administered oral and IV medications under supervision.
- Performed complex wound care in post-surgical patients.
- Collaborated with the interprofessional team to support surgical recovery planning.
- Gained hospital experience in oncology care and patient-centered surgical recovery.
- Surgical Oncology Unit
Student Nurse
Hamilton General Hospital
Hamilton, ON
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Company Overview: Spinal Rehabilitation Unit
- Assisted patients with spinal cord injuries in activities of daily living.
- Administered oral and IV medications under supervision.
- Delivered complex wound care and rehabilitation-focused support.
- Contributed to care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
- Supported patients and families through goal-oriented education and mobility recovery.
- Spinal Rehabilitation Unit
Student Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital
Hamilton, ON
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Company Overview: Palliative Care Unit
- Administered oral and IV medications and assisted with ADLs such as hygiene and mobility.
- Delivered complex wound care and comfort measures for palliative patients.
- Collaborated with interprofessional teams in patient care planning.
- Offered compassionate support and education to patients and families during end-of-life care.
- Gained experience with Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) protocols and patient support.
- Palliative Care Unit
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
Guelph, ON
05.2025 - Current
- Provide friendly, knowledgeable customer service to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Assist customers with product selection and purchases, handling transactions efficiently.
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor and displays.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals and deliver excellent shopping experiences.
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
Hamilton, ON
12.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered excellent customer service and product knowledge to enhance the shopping experience.
- Assisted customers with product selection and purchases.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized merchandise displays.
- Collaborated with team members to meet sales targets and store goals.
Cashier
Mary Brown's
Guelph, ON
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered prompt, friendly customer service to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas.
- Worked efficiently in a fast-paced team environment.
Hostess
Mandarin
Guelph, ON
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Warmly greeted and welcomed guests with professionalism and a friendly demeanor.
- Guided guests to their reserved dining areas, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Supported smooth dining room operations through effective communication with staff.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
Mohawk College / McMaster University
ON, Canada05.2025
Skills
- Medication administration and management
- Wound and ostomy care
- Catheter management
- Assistance with daily living activities
- Patient education and support
- IV therapy and blood work assistance
- Interprofessional communication
- Compassionate patient care
- Time management skills
- Adaptability in healthcare environments
- Problem-solving skills
- Time management
Certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR Certification, 08/18/24, 08/18/26
Timeline
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
05.2025 - Current
Student Nurse
Idlewyld Manor
01.2025 - 04.2025
Sales Associate
Bath & Body Works
12.2024 - 04.2025
Student Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital
09.2024 - 12.2024
Student Nurse
Brantford General Hospital
01.2024 - 04.2024
Student Nurse
Juravinski Hospital
09.2023 - 12.2023
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Lapointe Fisher Nursing Home
05.2023 - 08.2024
Student Nurse
Hamilton General Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Integrity Long Term Care Staffing
12.2022 - 04.2024
Student Nurse
St. Peter's Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier
Mary Brown's
11.2020 - 08.2021
Hostess
Mandarin
01.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
Mohawk College / McMaster University
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