Jennifer Ioannidis
Gibsons,BC
Summary
With 22 years of nursing experience, I am a registered nurse certified and competent in administering advanced neurotoxin for aesthetic and therapeutic purposes, advanced fillers for achieving full facial balancing and harmonization, as well as body filler, PRP (including hair and P-shot), cortisone injections for acne and keloid scarring, mole and skin lesion removal using various techniques, silhouette threadlifting, Sculptra, including Sculptra butt, and emergency management of complications, among other aesthetic treatments. My passion lies in aesthetic medicine, constantly seeking out learning opportunities to advance my skills and acquire new ones. At the Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine, I instruct the advanced neurotoxin and filler course, and assist students in becoming proficient in their aesthetic injecting skills. Alongside my comprehensive knowledge of nursing care procedures, I possess excellent direct patient care skills with great attention to detail. My injection skills are characterized by excellent technique and confidence, resulting in a re-booking rate of over 90%. With over 100 five-star reviews, I am the most requested aesthetic injector at EverYoung Laser and Skin. Additionally, highly sought after as a clinical instructor at CBAM. Extensive knowledge in skincare and consistently meet, if not exceed, sales expectations. Known for being a self-directed professional with exceptional people and customer service skills, as well as effective communication and problem-solving abilities. Excel in managing time, prioritizing tasks, and ensuring customer/patient satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Injector
EverYoung Laser And Skincare Center
05.2022 - Current
- Administer advanced dermal fillers, neurotoxins, and other injectables for optimal cosmetic results using advanced and various injection techniques.
- Competent in administering neurotoxin for therapeutic indications
- Conduct thorough consultations to determine the best course of action for each patient''s unique concerns and goals.
- Competent in full facial rejuvenation and harmonization using various modalities and products
- Trained in injecting body filler
- Experienced in injecting cortisone for acne and keloid scaring
- Competent in skin mole and skin lesion removal using various methods and techniques
- Competent in Sculpta and Sculptra butt
- Competent in various PRP applications
- Increase clinic revenue by cross-selling skincare products and complementary services based on patient needs.
- Maintain detailed records of patient treatments, allowing for accurate tracking of progress over time.
- Utilize artistic skill to enhance patient appearance while maintaining a natural look in various aesthetic procedures.
- Improve patient outcomes by staying current on industry advancements and integrating new techniques into practice.
- Build rapport with patients during initial consultations which resulted in more return visits and referral business.
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay abreast of industry trends and maintain expertise in aesthetic nursing practices.
- Educate patients on pre-and post-treatment care, ensuring optimal results and reducing complications.
Instructor/Nurse Injector
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
10.2021 - Current
- Responsible for instructing and certifying students in administration of Advanced Neurotoxin and Dermal filler injections using advanced injection techniques.
- Manage multiple students at one time during trainings
- Customized instruction based on skill level of student.
- Provide direct supervision during hands on training sessions, ensuring the safe and effective practice of injection techniques.
- Help students grow into strong confident injectors.
- Assess student skills and provide constructive feedback to help them improve, track progress and meet professional standards.
- Implement best practices in safety protocols, patient care and ethical considerations in aesthetic treatments.
- Maintain industry standards and update teaching materials accordingly to reflect the latest techniques and advancements in aesthetic medicine
- Notable improved competency, safety and confidence among injectors mentored.
- Consistent positive feedback from students in teaching technique, style and information delivery
- Assessed students skills and provided continuous feedback to promote professional growth and confidence
- Certified in, perform and instruct students in PRP treatments
- Responsible for teaching patients and students pre and post treatment care, as well as answering any questions or concerns.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Familiar and competent with different injection techniques
- Excellent infection control practices and familiar with most recent up to date infection control standards, as well as best practice standards with various health authorities
- Confident injecting with very steady hand
- Current member with CSASN (The Canadian Society of Aesthetics Specialty Nurses)
- Diligent in keeping current with aesthetic nursing industry standards
- Boosted student performance by providing individualized support and targeted feedback.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and enhance teaching effectiveness.
RN/Nurse Educator/Clinical Skills Instructor
Good Samaritan Society
01.2012 - 05.2022
- Responsible for clinical education for all Nursing staff ie; wound care, packing and maintenance of deep wounds, injections and injection techniques, infection control practices, catheter insertion and maintenance of all types, and all generalized nursing skills such as assessment and documentation.
- Responsible for keeping all clinical staff up to date with clinical industry standards in accordance with BCCNM, regulatory bodies including federal and provincial mandates
- Responsible for teaching and maintaining most current required occupational practices in infection control practices in accordance with most current guidelines as dictated MHO
- Responsible for preparing for all infection control audits preformed by Health Authorities.
- Assesses learning needs through direct observation, formal needs assessment, and program evaluation or other organizational activity reports
- Assesses learning needs and creates educational programs and materials based on assessment of population to be educated
- Participates in selection of preceptors. Coaches preceptors on skill development and provide continuing education. Provides ongoing feedback and gives input into annual performance evaluation
- Implement changes in policies and practice using evidence based research and health care regulations
- Plans, develops and implements stated goals of employer in conjunction with Administrative Directors and Nurse Managers
- Provides inter-disciplinary consultation on clinical, ethical, medical-legal aspects
- Develops and participates in competencies for new graduate and other clinical programs, maintains competencies for current clinical staff
- Serves as role model for all staff
- Serves as resource for patients and families, nursing and all staff members
- Develops, implement and maintain orientation programs
- Develops and maintains core curriculum for orientation, based on regulatory agency, statutory and institutional requirements, including providing on-going evaluation of the process
- Implements and evaluates learning needs assessment through collection of data from staff, nursing managers and patient indicators
ER Registered Nurse
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Center
02.2009 - 01.2012
- Worked in Emergency Department triaging patients according to CTAS scale, and performing all duties of an ER nurse
- Performed all duties of Registered Nurse on medical/surgical floor
- Responsibilities were to combine knowledge of science and technology with people skills such as communication, problem solving, teaching, and compassion to provide care for people when required.
- Provided exceptional level of care to diverse group of patients of all ages and multiple different diagnosis
- Worked closely with variety of different health care personnel including Doctors, physiotherapists, dieticians and social workers to provide highest level of care possible.
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Island Health Authority Port McNeill Hospital
06.2007 - 01.2009
- Worked as Registered Nurse in single ward rural hospital with 12 medical beds, 2 detox beds, 1 maternity bed and Emergency Department
- Performed all duties of Registered Nurse on medical floor while simultaneously working in and performing all duties of ER nurse
- Provided exceptional level of care to diverse group of patients of all ages and multiple different diagnosis
- Worked closely with variety of different health care personnel including Doctors, to provided highest level of care possible, and to overcome challenges that sometimes arise when working in a remote rural hospital.
Registered Nurse, ICU
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
06.2003 - 06.2007
- Employed as Registered Nurse in 375 bed multi ward acute care facility
- Worked in Intensive Care Unit, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and Paediatric department
- Performed all duties of ICU Nurse on 22 bed level III Critical Care Unit
- Provided exceptional level of care to critically ill medical and trauma patients
- Provided exceptional level of care to critically ill premature and term infants
- Performed all duties of NICU Nurse in 16 bed level III NICU
- Provided exceptional level of care to ill children ages birth to sixteen years old
- Performed all duties of a Paediatric nurse on 20 bed Paediatric unit
- Interacted daily with variety of personnel including physicians, radiology technologists, pharmacists, dieticians, other medical staff to provide multi- disciplinary approach to care
- Directly assisted physicians in performing multiple invasive and non-invasive procedures on critically ill infants and adults
Education
Basic And Advanced Injectable Fillers & Neurotoxin
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
Coquitlam, BC11.2021
PRP, Mesotherapy, And Microneedling Training
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
Coquitlam, BC11.2021
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Confederation College
Thunder Bay Ontario05.2003
Skills
- Facial anatomy understanding
- Continuing Education Commitment
- Client Relationship Building
- Aesthetic treatment planning
- Expert dermal filler application
- Skin rejuvenation knowledge
- Adherence to safety protocols
- Medical-grade skincare proficiency
- Thread lift procedures
- Scar reduction techniques
- Botox administration proficiency
- Non-surgical facelifts experience
- Platelet-rich plasma therapy
- Hyperpigmentation management
- Advanced injection techniques
- Infection Control
- Patient Education
- Strong organizational skills
- Reputation as dependable and accountable employee
- Recognized for high ethical standards in all work performed
- At ease in fast-paced, high stress situations with emerging, changing and Multiple responsibilities
- Excellent in sales always meeting and exceeding sales goals
- Class Instruction
- Understanding of learning styles
Timeline
Nurse Injector
EverYoung Laser And Skincare Center
05.2022 - Current
Instructor/Nurse Injector
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
10.2021 - Current
RN/Nurse Educator/Clinical Skills Instructor
Good Samaritan Society
01.2012 - 05.2022
ER Registered Nurse
Drayton Valley Hospital and Care Center
02.2009 - 01.2012
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Island Health Authority Port McNeill Hospital
06.2007 - 01.2009
Registered Nurse, ICU
Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Center
06.2003 - 06.2007
Basic And Advanced Injectable Fillers & Neurotoxin
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
PRP, Mesotherapy, And Microneedling Training
Canadian Board of Aesthetic Medicine
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Confederation College
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