Kathy Kwiatek

I started a new position, Infection Control Nurse on May 2024 at the same hospital.

• Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
• Implemented isolation precautions for high-risk patients, minimizing exposure risks to others within the healthcare environment.
• Optimized environmental cleaning procedures, resulting in decreased transmission of pathogens within the facility.
• Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of existing infection control policies and procedures, making necessary revisions to adapt to changing needs within the healthcare environment.
• Enhanced patient outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address infection prevention concerns.
• Organized and led regular training sessions for staff members on infection prevention topics, ensuring continuous professional development opportunities.
• Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by serving as a resource on infection prevention best practices.
• Served as an advocate for patient safety, participating in quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention efforts across all departments.
• Continuously maintained proper safety and took precautionary measures to avoid spread of disease and infection.
• Improved patient safety through comprehensive surveillance and data analysis of hospital-acquired infections.
• Increased compliance with hand hygiene practices through ongoing education and training sessions for staff members.

I also started the position of Occupational Health and Safety Nurse at the Lady Dunn Health Centre on May 2024.

• Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
• Reduced workplace injuries by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate safety measures.
• Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
• Developed return-to-work plans tailored to individual needs that expedited recovery time after illness or injury.
• Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
• Collaborated with management to develop policies for maintaining a safe and healthy work environment, resulting in decreased absenteeism.
• Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations.
• Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment, significantly reducing the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.
• Managed immunization campaigns, significantly reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the company.

This is a small hospital. I have been working in the emergency department, acute care and LTC since 2014.

• Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
• Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
• Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
• Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
• Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
• Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
• Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
• Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
• Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.