Jennifer Messier
Greater Sudbury,ON
Summary
I am a dynamic Registered Practical Nurse with 20 years of experience in healthcare excelling in patient-centered care and effective communication. I am certified in NVCI, BCLS, PIC line dressing, and IV insertions. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through strong clinical judgment and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams. Committed to safety and delivering compassionate support, particularly in mental health and respiratory care settings.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse - AIP / ECT Nurse
Health Sciences North
12.2021 - Current
- Contributed to implementing intensive therapeutic and rehabilitative nursing care supporting both patients and their families. Educating patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, coping strategies, community supports and programs.
- Providing direct care to patients with mental health disorders, including mood disorders, psychotic disorders, anxiety and addictions.
- Administering medications and providing education, which include Long Acting Injections, monitoring patients for side effects and therapeutic effectiveness.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication. Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Working collaboratively with Psychiatrists, Social workers, Occupational Therapists to provide patients with optimal support.
- Arranging patient transportation for ECT treatments
- Monitoring patients vital signs pre and post ECT treatment
- Assisting inpatients and outpatients in registration for treatment.
- Communicating directly with the MRP in regards to patient progress, orders, lab work, and treatment plans.
- Admission history, discharging patients home , contacting pharmacy regarding current medications. Completing patients BPMH.
- Well versed as ECT treating and recovery nurse.
- Implementing, adjusting and creating ECT treatment schedules.
Registered Practical Nurse- Respiratory Care Unit
Health Sciences North
11.2019 - 12.2021
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
Registered Practical Nurse/ PSW
Falconbridge Extendicare
05.2005 - 11.2019
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent resident information.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each residents and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Supervising unregulated staff, assisting with meal delivery and diet types.
- Worked with residents who were diagnosed with Alzheimer's, Dementia making sure they were provided a safe environment, while supporting family.
- Implemented care developed care plans for residents.
Education
Registered Practical Nurse
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, None05-2012
PSW
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Greater Sudbury, None05-2005
Skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong clinical judgment and critical thinking skills
- Excellent attendance record
- Experience in the health care field in a clinical and long term care setting for 20 years
- Calm, positive, approachable, therapeutic demeanor
- Client centered nurse
- Committed to safety of co-workers and patients
- Ability to work effectively, efficiently in a high paced environment
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with interdisciplinary members as a team
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse - AIP / ECT Nurse
Health Sciences North
12.2021 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse- Respiratory Care Unit
Health Sciences North
11.2019 - 12.2021
Registered Practical Nurse/ PSW
Falconbridge Extendicare
05.2005 - 11.2019
Registered Practical Nurse
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
PSW
Cambrian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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