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Jessica Wheeler

Cranbrook,BC

Summary

Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care. Holds BCCNM Registration and excels in collaborative team environments.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Registered Nurse, Perinatal Student

Interior Health Authority
02.2024 - 04.2024

* All with preceptor observation/oversight *

  • Took and recorded patient vital signs to determine patient and/or unborn child state of health.
  • Administered prescribed medication intravenously and orally or as specified.
  • Monitored fetal heart rate to ascertain potential problems.
  • Checked patient’s cervix to determine labor progression and dilation.
  • Periodically examined patient bedding and replaced soiled linens as needed and shortly after birth.
  • Gauge patient contractions and provide breathing and relaxation techniques during labor.
  • Contact delivering physician and anesthesia at appropriate time to administer pain-management medications and begin the birthing process.
  • Position patient properly for birth and assist physician with gloves, gowns, and drapes.

Registered Nurse, Medical Unit

Interior Health Authority
12.2023 - 01.2024
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.

Registered Nurse, Mental Health and Substance Use

Interior Health Authority
06.2023 - 12.2024
  • Perform comprehensive intake assessments, refer clients to appropriate services, liaise with care team, and administer intramuscular antipsychotic medications.
  • Work closely with inter and intraprofessional team.
  • Maintain professional boundaries with clients.
  • Work from a trauma informed lens.


Health Care Aide

Interior Health Authority
06.2021 - 08.2021
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting patient independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected situations or emergencies within the healthcare setting.

Behavioural Interventionalist

Rocky Mountain Behaviour Analysts
05.2018 - 12.2018
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked closely with children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other developmental diversities.

Community Service Worker

Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre
05.2016 - 09.2016
  • Deescalating emotionally distressed children.
  • Proactively fostering a safe environment.
  • Provided meals for clients.
  • Worked closely with children diagnosed with Autism, ADHD, and other developmental diversities.
  • Planned various activities.
  • High degree of compassion and empathy for children.
  • Encouraged children to reach their highest potential.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of The Rockies
Cranbrook, BC
06.2023

Diploma - Kinesiology

College of The Rockies
Cranbrook, BC
06.2019

Ambrose University
Calgary, AB
09.2014 - 04.2016

High School Diploma -

Bearspaw Christian School
Calgary, AB
06.2014

Skills

  • BCCNM Registration
  • First Aid and BLS Certification
  • Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification
  • Completion of Regional Perinatal Specialty Program
  • Fetal Health Surveillance Certification
  • NRP Certification
  • UBC CPD Addiction Care and Treatment completion
  • UBC CPD Perinatal Substance Use completion
  • Basic training in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Screening and Brief Intervention, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
  • Health Care Aide Registration
  • Competent in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Perinatal Student

Interior Health Authority
02.2024 - 04.2024

Registered Nurse, Medical Unit

Interior Health Authority
12.2023 - 01.2024

Registered Nurse, Mental Health and Substance Use

Interior Health Authority
06.2023 - 12.2024

Health Care Aide

Interior Health Authority
06.2021 - 08.2021

Behavioural Interventionalist

Rocky Mountain Behaviour Analysts
05.2018 - 12.2018

Community Service Worker

Developmental Disabilities Resource Centre
05.2016 - 09.2016

Ambrose University
09.2014 - 04.2016

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

College of The Rockies

Diploma - Kinesiology

College of The Rockies

High School Diploma -

Bearspaw Christian School
Jessica Wheeler