Julie Folkins
Saint John
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 7 years experience offering clinical knowledge, natural communication strengths and strong technical abilities. Eager and readily qualified to provide individualized wound care for optimal treatment outcomes. Dependable candidate; successful in managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to accept added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics Unit
Horizon Health Network
05.2022 - Current
- Evaluate patient histories and current symptoms
- Describe course of care to patients and caregivers using clear and concise language
- Improve patient comfort levels during procedures through utilizing age-appropriate distractions such as guided imagery
- Facilitate therapeutic communication by redirecting negative behaviors to help patients improve coping abilities
- Develop individualized pediatric nursing plans and assessed outcomes
- Prevent spread of infections through consistently adhering to infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices
- Update patient charts with data to ensure records are current and support accurate treatments
Registered Nurse. General Surgery Unit
Horizon Health Network
05.2018 - 05.2022
- Performed simple and complex dressing changes, including thorough assessment with detailed charting, and strict sterile technique
- Negative-pressure wound therapies
- Assessed need for pre-medication prior to procedures and treatments such as dressing changes
- Documented patient factors such as diets, activity, and behaviors enuring fellow medical team was informed
- Oriented and precepted new Nurses in proper care techniques, care standards, and safety protocols
- Advocated for patients through identifying care needs, offering support and relaying relevant information to practitioners
- Educated patients, families and caregivers to proactively manage expectations
- Collaborated with physicians to best manage patient conditions and deliver appropriate treatment
- Specialized in role of "Resource Nurse" for 4 months in 2021 during a pilot project to support nurses; performing practical teaching, team meetings, newsletters, etc.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of New Brunswick
05.2018
Skills
- Wound Care
- Pain Management
- Discharge Planning
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Team Orientated
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
References
Nicole Lawrence - RN, Pediatrics Unit, SJRH - 506-343-7664
Krista Roi - RN, Resource Nurse, Pediatrics Unit, SJRH- 506-721-2418
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Pediatrics Unit
Horizon Health Network
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse. General Surgery Unit
Horizon Health Network
05.2018 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Nursing -
University of New Brunswick
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