KARINA Gill
Calgary,Canada
Summary
Compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with expertise in delivering high-quality patient care. Proficient in conducting physical examinations, administering medications, and monitoring patient progress. Strong collaborator with healthcare teams, focused on enhancing patient outcomes. Maintains composure under pressure while ensuring meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Classic LifeCare
Calgary, Canada
12.2023 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses under physician supervision.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to ensure optimal patient care and safety.
- Recorded vital signs and documented patient information accurately in electronic records.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by following infection control protocols diligently.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
Practical Nurse Preceptorship
Alberta’s Children Hospital-Unit 3 Nephrology, Neurology, Burns
Calgary, Canada
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated interdisciplinary care for management of patients with complex needs.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on preventative care at admission and discharge.
- Monitored patient progress, ensuring accurate medication administration and ongoing assessments.
- Administered medications to pediatric patients, verifying dosage calculations and monitoring effectiveness.
Clinical Rotation – Practical Student Nurse
Peter Lougheed Hospital-Unit 44 Respiratory
Calgary, Canada
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored patients daily on a 32-bed inpatient unit to ensure optimal care.
- Assessed changes in patient conditions through vital signs and symptom evaluation.
- Obtained fluid samples for laboratory testing to support accurate diagnoses.
- Documented vital signs including height, weight, blood pressure, and temperature for thorough records.
Clinical Rotation-Practical Student Nurse
AgeCare SkyPoint
Calgary, Canada
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Conducted comprehensive assessments and researched care plans for 64 residents.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in resident living areas and common spaces.
- Facilitated daily activities and assisted in range of motion exercises for residents.
- Applied dressings and performed wound care based on specific care plans.
- Fostered therapeutic relationships with residents and families, delivering culturally sensitive care.
Education
Practical Nurse Professional Diploma -
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
Calgary, AB09.2023
Skills
- Medication administration
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Family communication
- Clinical judgment
- Cultural competence
- Pediatric care
- Patient safety protocols
- Emergency response
- Clinical documentation
Certification
- Basic Life Support-Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP), Heart and Stroke Foundation, 12/30/24, 12/31/25
- Practice Permit 2025, 24/09/25, 30/11/26
- Epic-Nurse and Pediatric Medical Surgical ILT-12192, 04/01/23
- Epic-Nurse Adult and Pediatric Medical Surgical SEUPA, 04/01/23
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Classic LifeCare
12.2023 - Current
Practical Nurse Preceptorship
Alberta’s Children Hospital-Unit 3 Nephrology, Neurology, Burns
06.2023 - 08.2023
Clinical Rotation – Practical Student Nurse
Peter Lougheed Hospital-Unit 44 Respiratory
04.2023 - 06.2023
Clinical Rotation-Practical Student Nurse
AgeCare SkyPoint
02.2023 - 04.2023
Practical Nurse Professional Diploma -
COLUMBIA COLLEGE
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