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Karin MACIEL BITTENCOURT

KITCHENER,Ontario

Languages

English
Professional Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual

Summary

Professional Objective
Highly experienced nurse with over 15 years of practice in Brazil, specialized in infection control, public health, women's health, and elderly care, seeking an opportunity to contribute my skills and knowledge in a healthcare setting in Canada.

Education

Bachelor of Science - October, 2024

Alpha Carrer - Personal Support Worker (PSW)

Associate of Science -

Ipa Metodista - Nurse 2012 - 2016
Brazil

Bachelor of Science -

Tecnico De Enfermagem 2006- 2008
Brazil

Uni. Ulbra Specialization in Infection 2016 - 2018

Univ. Ifgrs Specialization in Public Health 2019

Univ. Ifrgs Specialization in Women's Healt 2020

Work History

Profess. Experience Private Patients Home Care

Sta Casa de Misericordia RS
P, Brazil

Administration of medications, feeding, and care of tubes, drains, dressings, repositioning, bed baths, monitoring vital signs.
Assistance with rehabilitation and support in daily activities.
Monitoring of nutrition, hygiene, comfort, house tasks, and schoolwork.
Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team of health professionals to ensure comprehensive patient care.

Infection Control Specialist Nurse

Hospital Santa Casa de Misericórdia
Porto Alegre , Brazil

Implementation and monitoring of infection control programs.
Development and conduction of training for healthcare staff on infection prevention practices.
Regular audits to ensure compliance with infection control protocols.

Public Health Nurse

Unidade Básica de Saúde Chapéu do Sol Restinga Sul
Porto Alegre , Brazil

Coordination of public health programs, including vaccination and disease prevention campaigns.
Evaluation of community needs and development of action plans for public health improvements.
Patient care and follow-up in women's health and elderly programs.

Women's Health and Elderly Nurse

Clínica Home Care
Porto Alegre, Brazil

Conducting consultations and follow-ups in women's health and elderly care programs.
Development of health education programs focused on chronic disease prevention and treatment.
Counseling and supporting patients and their families on healthcare.

Skills

  • Wheelchair Support
  • Patient Care
  • Grocery Shopping
  • Medication Administration
  • Meal Cooking
  • First Aid and Safety
  • Supporting Daily Living Needs
  • ADLs Assistance
  • Home Health Care Expertise
  • Client Requirements
  • Patient and Caregiver Education
  • Health Care System
  • Community Integration
  • Mental Health Support
  • Medication and Appointment Reminders
  • Patient Assessments
  • Quality Program Protocols
  • Progress Documentation
  • Time Management
  • Respectful and Compassionate
  • Bedsore Prevention
  • Ambulating Patients
  • Meal Planning and Preparation
Karin MACIEL BITTENCOURT