Karlene Brown
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Gentle, self-driven and compassionate are words that effectively describe me. As a person who is highly successful in building genuine relationships, focused and performance driven, I am notable as an enthusiastic and a meticulous individual. Therefore I am seeking a position in the Health Industry to provide my vast experience, knowledge and skills such as leadership, managerial, customer service, motivational, communicator, computer, filing, telephone operating, team work and good personality Proficient and caring nursing team member offering over 9 years of patient-facing experience. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Government of NW Territories
05.2021 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Facilitated patient education on disease management and prevention, empowering individuals towards healthier lifestyles.
- Improved patient satisfaction with empathetic communication and timely response to needs.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Eastern Health
11.2015 - 03.2021
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing, and interpreted results to diagnose patients.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered culturally competent care that respected diverse patient populations'' unique values, beliefs, and traditions.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments.
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- Implemented infection control protocols, significantly reducing incidence of hospital-acquired infections.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on care processes and patient experiences.
- Led training sessions for new LPNs and nursing assistants, improving team competency and patient care standards.
- Delivered wound care and managed dressings, preventing infections and promoting healing.
- Administered medications to ensure adherence to treatment plans, improving health outcomes.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing wait times and increasing patient compliance.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing compassionate care and closely monitoring vital signs.
- Advocated for patients' needs and preferences with healthcare providers, fostering patient-centered care.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
The Manager
The Vineyard Restaurant and Pub
10.2012 - 09.2014
- Maintain and manage staff by recruiting, training, monitoring and discipline staff if necessary, developing and coordinating functions such as weddings and entertainments such as karaoke Tuesdays, maintaining quality services by enforcing good customer services, scheduling expenditure, preparing budgets, handling conflicts, stocktaking and bookkeeping, socializing with customers.
Pallet Machine Operator
Lakeside Foods Manufacturing Company
05.2007 - 11.2007
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Lodge
01.2007 - 04.2007
Administrative Assistant
White Pine Ski Area and Resort
11.2006 - 04.2007
- Fielding telephone calls, receiving and directing visitors, word processing, typing, filing, faxing and strong communication skills.
Quality Control Clerk
Lakeside Foods Manufacturing Company
04.2006 - 11.2006
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Mandeville Hotel
11.2003 - 04.2006
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Starlight budget Inn
05.2003 - 11.2003
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Golf View Hotel
06.1998 - 04.2003
Education
Certificate - Infection Prevention And Control (IPAC)
Bay River College
Calgary, AB07.2024
License Practical Nurse Student, True -
Knox Community College
01.2011
Student, True -
Vector Technology Institute
06.1998
Intermediate Airline Training -
Columbus Travel Training Centre
03.1995
General Certification of Education -
Manchester High School
07.1989
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Compassionate Care
- Physical Assessment
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs
- Clinical judgment
- Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Medication Dispensing
- Family Communication
- Documenting intake
- Patient evaluations
- EMR / EHR
- Patient relationship building
- Care Planning
- ADL Assistance
- Transcribing orders
- Staff Supervision
- Patient Management
- Behavioral assessment
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Records Management
- Writing reports
- Maintaining nutrition
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Responsible and Dependable
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Infection Control
- Specimen Collection
- Patient support
- Patient Observation
- Care Planning and Modifications
- Conflict Resolution
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Call Answering and Assistance
- Conditions Reporting
- Recordkeeping and Maintenance
Certification
- Documentation in Nursing
- Blood transfusion
- IV Fluid Therapy
- Conflict Management
- Quality Service and Hand washing Techniques
- Fire Safety and use of Fire Extinguisher
Clinicalexperiences
- Viv’s Nursing Home-Long Term Care
- Preddie’s Nursing Home- Long Term Care
- Ebenezer Home-Mental Health
- Mandeville Clinic-Mental Health
- Spaulding’s High School-Community Health
- The Mandeville Hospital.-Maternity, Prenatal, Post Natal, Pediatrics, Medicine, Surgery, Professional Development, Preceptorship, Gynecology, Accident and Emergency, Operating Theatre, Renal Department, Eye clinic
Awards
- Award for General Deportment - License Practical nurse Program 2009-2011
- Certificate for Participation in customer service training program
- Successful at the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Exam.
- A statement of competence achieved towards National Vocational Qualification of Jamaica
Volunteer Experience
Preddie’s Nursing Home, 10/2011, 04/2012, twice per week
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Government of NW Territories
05.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Eastern Health
11.2015 - 03.2021
The Manager
The Vineyard Restaurant and Pub
10.2012 - 09.2014
Pallet Machine Operator
Lakeside Foods Manufacturing Company
05.2007 - 11.2007
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Lodge
01.2007 - 04.2007
Administrative Assistant
White Pine Ski Area and Resort
11.2006 - 04.2007
Quality Control Clerk
Lakeside Foods Manufacturing Company
04.2006 - 11.2006
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Mandeville Hotel
11.2003 - 04.2006
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Starlight budget Inn
05.2003 - 11.2003
Receptionist/ Front Desk Attendant
The Golf View Hotel
06.1998 - 04.2003
Certificate - Infection Prevention And Control (IPAC)
Bay River College
License Practical Nurse Student, True -
Knox Community College
Student, True -
Vector Technology Institute
Intermediate Airline Training -
Columbus Travel Training Centre
General Certification of Education -
Manchester High School
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