Graduate Nurse with from UNB Fredericton. Applies nursing process and performs delegated functions under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. Collaborates with patient and family to offer theory-based nursing care and coordinates care delivery with members of the interdisciplinary team.
Experienced LPN with a background in home and institutional care. Works gently with patients and families to provide comfort and supportive care. Supports family with extensive resources and information concerning diagnosis and treatment options. Maintains round-the-clock availability to patients and families. Determined to give patients a superior level of care while ensuring dignity.
Monitored, tracked and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
Cared for wounds, provided treatments and assisted with procedures.
Adhered to treatment plan instructions when administering medications and treatments to patients. Educated patients and caregivers on medical diagnoses, treatment options, chronic disease self-management and wound management.Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs and performed catheterizations. Collaborated with supervisor to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure and blood glucose levels. Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
Administered nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services. Maintained detailed records of patient conditions, reactions and progress in alignment with physician orders. Liaised with patients following cardiothoracic surgical procedures, providing support and education on post-surgical care. Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings. Produced care plans in alignment with physical, psychosocial and learning needs of patients, achieving commendations for compassionate treatment.
Holds an LPN license governed by ANBLPN. Certificate in Leadership Fundamentals.
completed many clinical experiences as an LPN which include, geriatrics, occupational, maternity, pediatrics, and med-surg. Experience while in nursing studies includes, med-surg where I enhanced my ability to provide direct patient care, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assisting with activities of daily living. I further advanced my ability to perform wound care, catheterization, IV administration, and other common med-surg interventions. I focused on educating patients and their families on various aspects of care, including medications, post-discharge instructions, and lifestyle modifications.
Holds an LPN license governed by ANBLPN. Certificate in Leadership Fundamentals.