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Overview
Work History
Education
Clinical Research Assistant
Certification
Volunteer Experience
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Julia Grisdale

Calgary,Canada

Summary

Soon to be Graduate Nurse from the University of Calgary, known for my dedication and empathetic patient care. Demonstrated ability to assist in various medical settings with foundational experience in patient care, contributing to improved patient outcomes and team efficiency. Eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team with a strong commitment to continuous learning and professional development.


Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Undergraduate Nurse Employee

Oilfields General Hospital, Acute Care Unit/ER
07.2024 - Current

Performed at a new grad nurse level to provide high-quality patient care to individuals with acute medical conditions. Responsibilities included vitals monitoring, clinical assessments, nursing skills, assisting in codes and timely documentation. Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support health promotion and patient care plans.



NICU Final Practicum

Alberta Children’s Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Provided comprehensive care to critically ill neonates in a level III NICU setting. Gained hands-on experience with neonatal surgical patients, respiratory management, and specialized feeding techniques. Completed detailed newborn assessments, administered IV medications, sterile line changes and closely monitored vital signs. Collaborated with the interprofessional team to develop and implement individualized care plans, demonstrating strong communication, attention to detail, and adaptability in a dynamic environment focused on family-centered care.


Postpartum, Labour & Delivery Clinical Practicum

South Health Campus Unit 76
05.2024 - 07.2024

Provided comprehensive nursing care to new mothers and their infants during critical postpartum period. Conducted regular maternal and newborn assessments, assisted in breastfeeding education, managed postpartum pain, and demonstrated infant care techniques. Created a nurturing and supportive environment for patients and their families during their recovery from giving birth.

Urology Medical Surgical Clinical Practicum

Rockyview General Hospital Unit 82
01.2024 - 04.2024

Executed comprehensive assessments and interventions on up to four patients in a fast-paced and acute medical-surgical unit. Developed pre- and post-operative care skills including wound care, catheter management, pain control, continuous bladder irrigation, and monitoring for complications. Contributed to the interdisciplinary team with clinical judgement an in-depth patient knowledge.

Medical Clinical Practicum

Foothills Medical Centre Unit 32
09.2023 - 12.2023

Worked with the multidisciplinary healthcare team to provide safe and supportive care to patients admitted to an acute care unit within the scope of a nursing student. Performed vitals, thorough head to toe assessments, appropriate interventions, and comprehensive documentation on ConnectCare for each patient.

Long Term Care Clinical Practicum

Tudor Manor
05.2023 - 07.2023

Provided essential daily living support to residents living with various and complex diseases and comorbidities. Assisted with personal hygiene, grooming, toileting, and mobility. Demonstrated patient advocacy, developed interpersonal relationships, and effectively communicated with residents families.

Supportive Living Clinical Practicum

Generations Center For Senior Living
01.2023 - 04.2023

Enthusiastically worked with culturally diverse residents by providing recreational and emotional support. Developed meaningful, trusting relationships through compassionate, patient-centered care.

Education

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Calgary
12-2024

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Calgary
06-2021

Clinical Research Assistant

University of Calgary, Sport Injury Prevention Research Centre 11/2019 - 06/2024

Conducted concussion baseline testing for the SHRed Concussion Study, supporting high school sports teams across Alberta. Coordinated seamlessly between the interprofessional research team and high schools to plan and execute baseline testing events and weekly visits, ensuring efficient scheduling and adherence to research deadlines. Managed data collection with precision, performing accurate data entry both in-person and via phone, while contributing to the achievement of key research objectives.

Certification

BLS/CPR for Health Professionals Certified

Heart and Stroke/University of Calgary

Issued 10/24


Focus on Feeding Workshop

Alberta Health Services

Issued 10//24


Glucose Meter

Alberta Health Services

Issued 06/24


AHS Code of Conduct Course

Alberta Health Services

Issued 06/24




Volunteer Experience

Crisis Nursery at Children's Cottage Society, 01/01/21 | Present 

Providing nurturing care to children (ages 0-8) in need, including many who are neurodivergent such as those with autism, leading activities during playtime, assisting during meal times, holding, rocking, changing, and bathing children

Calgary Seniors Resource Society, 01/01/21-12/31/23 

Friendly check ins over the phone

Parkinson's Wellness Recovery Program, 01/01/19-12/31/20

Assisted teaching fitness classes to those with Parkinson's, lead warm ups, agility circuits, boxing drills and stretching

University of Calgary Rehabilitation & Fitness Program for Persons with physical disability, 01/01/18-12/31/18

Provided support and company to those working out with a physical disability, striving to improve their physical and mental well being

Timeline

Undergraduate Nurse Employee

Oilfields General Hospital, Acute Care Unit/ER
07.2024 - Current

Postpartum, Labour & Delivery Clinical Practicum

South Health Campus Unit 76
05.2024 - 07.2024

Urology Medical Surgical Clinical Practicum

Rockyview General Hospital Unit 82
01.2024 - 04.2024

Medical Clinical Practicum

Foothills Medical Centre Unit 32
09.2023 - 12.2023

Long Term Care Clinical Practicum

Tudor Manor
05.2023 - 07.2023

Supportive Living Clinical Practicum

Generations Center For Senior Living
01.2023 - 04.2023

NICU Final Practicum

Alberta Children’s Hospital
01.2023 - Current

Bachelor of Nursing -

University of Calgary

Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology

University of Calgary
Julia Grisdale