Kaeley Nelson
New Hamburg,ON
Summary
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with 5 years of emergency department experience delivering safe, evidence-informed care to diverse patients. Experienced in managing acute presentations, supporting rapid assessments, and collaborating effectively within interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in working with CTAS and well-versed in ED workflows, with a reputation for adaptability, professionalism, and patient-centred care in high-pressure settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - Current
- Provide patient-centered care to diverse populations, including adult, pediatric, obstetric, orthopedic, medical-surgical, and mental health patients.
- Complete timely assessments of patients presenting to the Emergency Department and partner with physicians to determine immediate care priorities.
- Perform and monitor 12-lead ECGs and continuous cardiac telemetry, recognizing and reporting abnormalities promptly.
- Educate patients and families on treatment plans, discharge care, and health promotion.
- Improve patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Maintain accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Demonstrate proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
Registered Practical Nurse, CAIP
Grand River Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Conducted comprehensive mental health assessments for children and adolescents experiencing acute psychiatric crises.
- Implemented and monitored individualized care plans addressing behavioral, emotional, and psychosocial needs.
- Provided therapeutic communication and de-escalation strategies to support patients during episodes of crisis.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment by performing regular safety checks, suicide risk assessments, and monitoring for self-harm behaviours.
- Collaborated closely with psychiatrists, social workers, and allied health professionals to deliver holistic care.
- Facilitated group programming focused on coping skills, emotional regulation, and social interaction.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment by performing regular safety checks, suicide risk assessments, and monitoring for self-harm behaviors.
- Engaged and supported families/caregivers in care planning and discharge preparation to promote continuity of care.
Registered Practical Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 10.2020
- Assessed and monitored postoperative patients receiving nerve blocks, spinal anesthesia, and patient-controlled analgesia (PCA).
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, mobility, and personal hygiene during postoperative recovery.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and provided interventions including IV therapy, wound care, nasogastric tube insertion, and urinary catheterization.
- Collaborated daily with physicians and the interprofessional team to support optimal recovery and safe discharge planning.
- Educated patients and caregivers on discharge instructions, emphasizing infection prevention and effective pain management.
Registered Practical Nurse, Addiction Medicine
Homewood Health Centre
11.2017 - 03.2018
- Delivered compassionate, evidence-informed care to patients pursuing recovery from substance use disorders in a therapeutic inpatient setting.
- Provided specialized support to clients from diverse backgrounds with complex comorbidities.
- Monitored and safely managed medical and psychological aspects of drug and alcohol withdrawal.
- Conducted risk assessments, promoted safety, and applied non-violent crisis intervention techniques to de-escalate behaviours.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams through clinical discussions, case conferences, and family meetings to optimize patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nipissing University
North Bay12-2026
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON04-2017
Certificate - Pre-health Sciences
Conestoga College
Kitchener, ON04-2015
Skills
- Patient assessments
- ECGs and cardiac monitoring
- IV initiation and phlebotomy
- Medication administration
- Wound care
- Urinary catheterization
- Crisis intervention
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
Certification
- BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support - 2025
- Basic Cardiac Arrhythmias, Conestoga College - 2021
- Suicide Alertness for Everyone (SafeTALK) Training - 2017
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse, Emergency Department
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
11.2020 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse, CAIP
Grand River Hospital
05.2020 - 05.2021
Registered Practical Nurse, Addiction Medicine
Homewood Health Centre
11.2017 - 03.2018
Registered Practical Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cambridge Memorial Hospital
08.2017 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nipissing University
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Conestoga College
Certificate - Pre-health Sciences
Conestoga College
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