Jocelyn Lozinski
Shields,SK
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Home Care Saskatoon, demonstrating exceptional wound management and patient education skills. Reduced hospital readmissions significantly by fostering trust through empathetic communication and collaboration with clients. Skilled in both autonomous decision-making and collaborative teamwork, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Home Care Treatment Centre
Home Care Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Health Authority
03.2021 - Current
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
- Increased patient satisfaction by building trust through compassionate communication and active listening skills.
- Maintained accurate and up-to-date documentation of patient progress, ensuring continuity of care between visits.
- Facilitated seamless transitions from hospital to community clinic settings by collaborating with discharge planners and healthcare professionals.
- Performed skilled nursing procedures such as basic and advanced wound care, PICC and PORT care, compression therapy, catheterizations, drain care, and ostomy care in a clinical settings.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates by providing thorough patient education on managing chronic conditions at home.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current treatment plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on ongoing assessment data.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- 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.
Registered Nurse, Home Care
Saskatoon Home Care, SHA
03.2015 - 03.2021
- Managed caseloads efficiently by prioritizing patient needs and organizing schedules accordingly.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment, minimizing risks for injury among patients.
- Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications and treatments.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Educated patients and family members on self-care strategies and caregiving techniques, such as medication management, nutrition, and lifestyle changes, empowering them to take control of their health.
- Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
- Provided wound care management expertise, resulting in faster healing times and reduced complications for patients.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Sherbrooke Community Centre - SHA
06.2014 - 03.2015
- Assisted physicians during rounds delivering timely updates on resident status improving overall collaboration among healthcare providers.
- Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
- Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of care services while maintaining quality standards.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
- Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Cudworth Nursing Home, SHA
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care to long-term residents.
- Served as an advocate for residents'' rights, addressing concerns promptly and ensuring their needs were met within the scope of practice.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK06-2013
Skills
- Intake and discharge
- Wound management
- Diabetes management
- High level of autonomy and Critical Judgement
- Mobility Assistance
- Mental Health Nursing
- Microsoft Office- Word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook use
- Patient Assessments, Documentation, and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Care Planning
- Professional Bedside Manner
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
- Current RN Practicing License Saskatchewan- CRNS #42177
- CPR BLS-C Provider, Heart & Stroke Foundation September 2023, *Renewing in November 2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Home Care Treatment Centre
Home Care Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Health Authority
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse, Home Care
Saskatoon Home Care, SHA
03.2015 - 03.2021
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Sherbrooke Community Centre - SHA
06.2014 - 03.2015
Long Term Care Registered Nurse
Cudworth Nursing Home, SHA
06.2013 - 06.2014
- Current RN Practicing License Saskatchewan- CRNS #42177
- CPR BLS-C Provider, Heart & Stroke Foundation September 2023, *Renewing in November 2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Saskatchewan
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