Jonalyn Sorita, LPN

Dedicated and compassionate, recently graduated Licensed Practical Nurse with 23 years of hands-on experience in elder care across diverse healthcare settings. Seeking a nursing position to utilize extensive knowledge of geriatric care, exceptional patient communication skills, and unwavering dedication to enhancing the well-being and quality of life for elderly patients in a professional healthcare environment.

• Preceptorship Training, AgeCare Walden Heights, Priddis Unit/SL4, Calgary, AB, 07/04/23, 08/24/23

Performed head-to-toe assessment. Vital signs monitoring. Documented findings in accordance with facility protocols and communicated changes to the healthcare team promptly. Dispensed medications to residents in proper doses, recorded times of administration to ensure ongoing accuracy. Utilized Point Click Care database. Performed in-and-out Foley catheter insertion following sterile technique under primary nurse supervision. Collected urine specimens for analysis and culture, adhering to infection control protocols. Reviewed, interpreted, and processed physicians’ orders accurately. Tested blood glucose and administered insulin. Proficient in ostomy care, including pouch changes, stoma cleaning, and skin protection. Assigning and delegating duties to non-licensed nursing staff. Communicating with resident’s families regarding the condition and care of the resident, as well as communicating resident’s concerns to physician and other healthcare team., Performed wound care using sterile technique under primary nurse supervision.

• Clinical 3, Rockyview General Hospital, Unit 84 Medical/Surgical, Calgary, AB, 06/2023

Prepared patient for pre-operative procedure and provide postoperative care. Vital signs monitoring. Dispensed medications to patients in proper doses, recorded times of administration to ensure ongoing accuracy. Utilized Connect Care database for accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and medication administration. Performed head-to-toe assessments to evaluate patient conditions and identify care needs. Administered medications via IV piggyback infusion, ensuring accurate dosages and infusion rates under the supervision of clinical instructor. Assessed patient responses to IV medications and addressing potential complications. Experienced in maintaining sterility and adhering to safety protocols during IV medication administration. Provided patient education prior to discharge, ensuring patients understood their treatment plans, medications, and follow-up care instructions.

• Clinical 2, Rockyview General Hospital, Unit 56 Acute Geriatric, Calgary, AB, 12/2022

Assisted patients in performing personal hygiene activities. Assisted, supervised, and encouraged patients in feeding. Assisted patients in ambulation and basic range of motion exercises as ordered by Physiotherapist. Utilized Sunrise Clinical Manager database for accurate and timely documentation of patient assessments, care plans, and medication administration. Dispensed medications to patients in proper doses, recorded times of administration to ensure ongoing accuracy. Vital signs monitoring. Utilized bladder scanner to assess post-void residual urine volume and assist in determining the need for catheterization.

• Clinical 1, Carewest, Dr. Vernon Fanning Centre, 3 East Long Term Care Unit, Calgary, AB, 05/2022

Assisted residents in performing personal hygiene activities. Assisted, supervised, and encouraged residents in feeding. Assisted residents in ambulation and basic range of motion exercises per care plan. Performed head-to-toe assessments to evaluate resident’s conditions and identify care needs. Vital signs monitoring. Followed proper body mechanics and safety protocols when using lifts for resident transfers. Assisted residents with dialysis preparation, ensuring they were informed and comfortable during the process.

• College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA)
• Health Care Aide Certificate
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider Certificate
• N95 Mask Fitted
• Current Flu Vaccination
• COVID-19 Fully Vaccinated