Jennifer Lowe
Brantford
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience at St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton, excelling in leadership and communication. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through critical thinking and collaboration. Recognized for mentoring staff and implementing quality improvement initiatives, demonstrating adaptability and a commitment to excellence in fast-paced environments.
Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Acting Manager
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
05.2025 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- 9 months previous acting manager experience
- strong leadership skills
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
05.2013 - 05.2025
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure adherence to best practices and patient care standards.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, implementing necessary adjustments in care plans.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to improve overall patient outcomes and care continuity.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency within the nursing unit.
- Managed staffing schedules to ensure adequate coverage while minimizing overtime expenses.
Registered Nurse-Acute Mental Health
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
06.2003 - 02.2013
- Provided comprehensive patient care, including assessments, treatments, and medication administration.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Mentored junior nurses, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Education
Health Administration - Healthcare
Athabasca University
Athabasca04-2028
CNA - Mental Health Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, Ontario03-2020
RN Diploma - Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, Ontario04-2003
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Problem resolution
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Acting Manager
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
05.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
05.2013 - 05.2025
Registered Nurse-Acute Mental Health
St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton
06.2003 - 02.2013
Health Administration - Healthcare
Athabasca University
CNA - Mental Health Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
RN Diploma - Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology