To work in a health care organization that promotes a multi-disciplinary team approach, and focuses at motivating and developing the professional growth of an individual.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 24 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Critical Care, Access and Flow Management, as well as, Intravenous Management specialty.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Site Coordinator (Full-Time)
Mount St. Joseph
06.2018 - Current
Improved site safety by conducting regular inspections and implementing necessary corrective actions.
Enhanced team productivity through effective scheduling, resource allocation, and progress tracking.
Streamlined communication between stakeholders by establishing efficient channels for updates and feedback.
IV Therapy / PICC RN (Part-Time)
Burnaby Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Enhanced patient care by efficiently inserting and maintaining PICC lines, ensuring proper function and reducing complications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members for optimal patient outcomes through accurate communication of patient needs and treatment plans.
Educated patients and families on PICC line care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting successful treatment adherence.
Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and timely follow-up appointments for PICC line patients.
Access Coordinator (Casual)
Burnaby Hospital
08.2010 - Current
Improved patient access by streamlining registration processes and reducing wait times.
Enhanced patient satisfaction with efficient scheduling of appointments and followups.
Coordinated medical records management, ensuring timely and accurate documentation for effective patient care.
Maintained a comprehensive database of patient information to facilitate seamless communication between departments.
Registered Nurse (Casual)
St. Paul’s Hospital / Mount St. Joseph's Hospital
01.1999 - Current
Intensive Care Unit
Emergency Department
High Acuity Unit
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2012
Spinal Cord Injury Program
Clinical Instructor
British Columbia Institute of Technology
09.2008 - 01.2011
Nursing Critical-Care and High Acuity Program
Education
Masters of Nursing -
Athabasca University
Alberta, Canada
08.2017
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Kwantlen University College
Surrey, BC
12.2007
Critical Care Nursing Specialty Combined Critical Care / Emergency -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
01.2005
Critical Care Nursing Specialty -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby, BC
12.2002
General Nursing Diploma -
Douglas College
New Westminster, BC
01.1998
Skills
Professionalism and Ethics
Problem Solving Abilities
Adaptability in Clinical Settings
Organizational Abilities
Collaboration with Healthcare Team
Electronic Health Record Navigation
Care Coordination
Direct Patient Care
Case Management
Healthcare Program Planning
Community Program Referrals
Accomplishments
2021 Fraser Health Above and Beyond award recipient.
BCIT Critical care and Emergency certificate
ACLS and BLS trained with certificate
TNCC certificate
Canadian Red Cross certified BLS Instructor
ISW (Instructional Skill Workshop) Development Workshop at BCIT
Accreditations And Licenses
British Columbia Registered Nurse License
BCIT Critical care and Emergency certificate
ACLS certificate
TNCC certificate
CPR Level – C
ISW (Instructional Skill Workshop) Development Workshop at BCIT
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
Canadian Red Cross
Canadian Vascular Access Association
BC College of Nurses and Midwives
British Columbia Nurses Union
Timeline
IV Therapy / PICC RN (Part-Time)
Burnaby Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Clinical Site Coordinator (Full-Time)
Mount St. Joseph
06.2018 - Current
Access Coordinator (Casual)
Burnaby Hospital
08.2010 - Current
Clinical Instructor
British Columbia Institute of Technology
09.2008 - 01.2011
Registered Nurse (Casual)
St. Paul’s Hospital / Mount St. Joseph's Hospital
01.1999 - Current
Registered Nurse
Vancouver Hospital
01.1999 - 01.2012
Masters of Nursing -
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Kwantlen University College
Critical Care Nursing Specialty Combined Critical Care / Emergency -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Critical Care Nursing Specialty -
British Columbia Institute of Technology
General Nursing Diploma -
Douglas College
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