CNO applicant, applying to register as a Registered Nurse, looking to complete a Supervised Practice Experience to re-enter the nursing profession. Dedicated, hardworking and compassionate with valuable career experience in direct patient care in an acute care setting. Works well with diverse patient populations. Passionate about delivering excellent patient care with respect to individual patient needs. Open and clear communicator with analytical problem-solving abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinic Technician
Cardio Study
London, ON
03.2019 - 01.2020
Performed 12 Lead ECG's, vital signs and BMI's on clients, obtained medical histories and detailed medication lists.
Facilitated busy clinic days with Cardiologist, Nurse Practitioner and Cardiac Sonographer for Stress Echocardiograms.
Conducted Holter Monitoring and Ambulatory Blood Pressure Monitoring on patients, including patient teaching, application, removal, processing and communication of data to Cardiologists.
Actively listened to clients and facilitated supports needed for cross-cultural communication including working with family members and booking translators for appointments.
Volunteer English Teacher for Refugees
Pioneers Canada
Kampala, Uganda
03.2018 - 12.2018
Collaborated with teachers to discuss academic needs of refugee students in reading, writing and speaking English.
Created new lesson plans and facilitated group teaching sessions and provided one-on-one support.
Recruitment Director
Pioneers Canada
Dorchester, ON
04.2014 - 02.2018
Reviewed resumes and employment applications and interviewed applicants to evaluate work history and other qualifications.
Worked with recruiting teams and human resources representatives to accomplish hiring objectives.
Managed recruitment team and educated and mentored new members.
Worked with senior leadership in overhauling Salesforce.
Streamlined recruiting processes for entire team.
Registered Nurse
MORE Network (Youth Camp)
Kitchener, ON
07.2016 - 07.2016
Evaluated campers histories, complaints and current symptoms.
Provided direct care to campers as needed, and monitored responses to treatments.
Accurately documented treatment, medications administered, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
West Parry Sound Health Centre, Parry Sound
Parry Sound , ON
06.2010 - 03.2014
Resource Nurse for Medical/Surgical, Emergency, Intensive Care, Day Surgery, Operating Room Recovery, Palliative Care and Obstetrics Departments.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients and determined next course of action.
Administered medications via oral, IV and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking ECG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Practical Nurse
West Parry Sound Health Centre
Parry Sound, ON
11.2006 - 05.2010
Medical/Surgical, Minor Emergency, Complex Chronic Care, and Rehabilitation Departments
Provided comprehensive patient care and expanded technical nursing skills and experience
Developed excellent time management, organizational, and communication skills
Education
Honours Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)
Oshawa, ON
2010
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Georgian College
Owen Sound, ON
2006
Skills
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Preventive Healthcare
Patient Examination
Medical Procedure Preparation
Clear Patient Communication
Accurate Documentation
Patient Care Assessment
Patient and Family Advocacy
Compassionate and Caring
Admissions and Discharge Processes
Specialized Healthcare Referrals
Certification
BLS-C and First Aid 2019
ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support 2011
PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support 2011
College of Nurses Registered Nursing License 2010
Timeline
Clinic Technician
Cardio Study
03.2019 - 01.2020
Volunteer English Teacher for Refugees
Pioneers Canada
03.2018 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse
MORE Network (Youth Camp)
07.2016 - 07.2016
Recruitment Director
Pioneers Canada
04.2014 - 02.2018
Registered Nurse
West Parry Sound Health Centre, Parry Sound
06.2010 - 03.2014
Registered Practical Nurse
West Parry Sound Health Centre
11.2006 - 05.2010
Honours Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology (UOIT)