Kara Adamson Church
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Experienced Licensed Practical Nurse with a successful background in acute and long-term care settings. Known for exceptional relationship-building skills, strong clinical judgment, and effective interpersonal communication. Demonstrates commitment to delivering outstanding care through seamless collaboration and teamwork.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
South Health Campus
11.2015 - Current
- Provide direct care to up to 5 patients on acute care Cardiology/General Internal Medical unit
- Medication administration via direct IV, CVCs, PICCs, midline, IV, SC,IM, rectal, PEG/NG tubes.
- Post surgical and post cardiac care including pacemakers, angiogram, MPI
- Procedures including, daily wound care, vac dressings, intravenous catheters, catheter management, bladder scanning, drain care
- Blood product administration
- Care of patients with advanced airway management and acute respiratory needs including trachs, optiflow, and non-acute BIPAP
- Further developed and refined communication, critical thinking, time management, and organizational nursing skills
- Provided patient teaching and support on medication, treatments, and care concerns
- Chest tube management and interventions
- Parenteral nutrition administration and management
- Ostomy, nephrostomy, and stoma care
- Admissions, IP to IP transfer, and discharges
- Withdrawal management for substance and alcohol use disorder
- Formal and close observation med/psych patients
- Paging medical service MDs for individual patients for clinical judgments, lab results, and changes in patient status
- New staff LPN orientation and preceptor of LPN students
- Teaching, supervision, and mentorship of clinical students
- Utilized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively, allowing for efficient completion of daily responsibilities.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all relevant clinical data, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Implemented infection control measures, ensuring a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering positive relationships built on trust and compassion.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction levels through effective communication and empathetic listening skills.
- Assisted in the management of chronic health conditions by providing education, support, and follow-up care.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Providence Care Centre
01.2016 - 03.2021
- Provided nursing care to 30 residents in a Supportive Living facility.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss client's plans of care
- Supervised HCA's and delegated tasks
- Maintained detailed and accurate resident's charts, ensuring timely communication with primary care providers.
- Utilized evidence-based practices to provide high-quality care tailored to each resident's unique needs and preferences.
- Delivered exceptional wound care, including dressing changes and infection prevention measures, resulting in faster healing times for residents
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current with best practices and regulatory requirements
- Administered injections, catheter care, and other skilled nursing procedures with precision and attention to patient comfort.
- Provided compassionate care to palliative residents,
- Demonstrated adaptability by adjusting care plans in response to changes in resident's conditions or circumstances for optimal outcomes.
- Built strong relationships with patients and their families through clear communication, empathy, and understanding of individual needs.
- Improved residents' quality of life by providing compassionate care
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support resident's needs.
Education
PRACTICAL NURSE DIPLOMA -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, Alberta08-2015
Skills
- Exemplary interpersonal communication skills
- Proficient in electronic communication and documentation
- Ability to work independently and within interprofessional team
- Palliative Care
- Multi-tasking, organization and prioritization
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Wound and drain care
- Honed critical thinking skills with sound professional and clinical judgement
- Dementia Knowledge and Care
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Patient and family relationship building
- Effective decision making and problem solving abilities
Certification
- Heart and Stroke - BLS Provider Certified
- N95 Fit Test
- AHS Telemetry Certified
- AHS Direct IV certified
- CVC, PICC, and IVAD certified through AHS and CLPNA
- Parenteral nutrition certification through AHS and CLPNA
- Chest tube maintenance certified
- Blood product administration certified/training
- WHMIS/MSDS certified
- It's Your Move! training
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Providence Care Centre
01.2016 - 03.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
South Health Campus
11.2015 - Current
- Heart and Stroke - BLS Provider Certified
- N95 Fit Test
- AHS Telemetry Certified
- AHS Direct IV certified
- CVC, PICC, and IVAD certified through AHS and CLPNA
- Parenteral nutrition certification through AHS and CLPNA
- Chest tube maintenance certified
- Blood product administration certified/training
- WHMIS/MSDS certified
- It's Your Move! training
PRACTICAL NURSE DIPLOMA -
Bow Valley College
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