KATIE Wakefield
Summary
Honest, organized and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
The Ottawa Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Enhance patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Work in a fast-paced environment with patients ranging from CTAS 1-5, of all age groups and diagnoses.
- Frequent IV insertion and blood draws; IV medication reconstitution.
- Work with cardiac monitors and patients requiring continuous monitoring, mental health patients, patients admitted to Heart Institute, AMA (Acute Monitoring Area), NACU (Neuro Acute Care Unit), ICU, and other inpatient floors.
- Demonstrate strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Prevent potential medication errors by diligently verifying orders, double-checking dosages, and administering medications according to protocols.
- Preceptor for 4th year nursing student.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
- Prompt documentation of assessments, interventions, and patient responses in electronic medical records.
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery/Neurology
The Ottawa Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2023
- Started in the New Grad Initiative program, then worked a full-time nurse with focus on the following diagnoses and the symptoms/side effects that go with: stroke, brain trauma, brain/spinal tumor, brain/spinal surgery, meningitis, ICP abnormalities, paresthesia, seizures, brain hemorrhages and aneurysms, pain disorders, diabetes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Frequent and in-depth patient documentation.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members/students, being the preceptor for four separate 4th year nursing students over the years
Registered Nurse
Osgoode Care Centre
05.2015 - 09.2016
- Performed charge nurse duties such as staffing, conflict resolution, incident reports.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining detailed documentation of resident's progress, treatments, and medications.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular and topical medications.
- Assisted with transfers and all ADLs.
- Sent and processed orders to pharmacy.
- Reported and intervened with abnormal lab findings.
- Assessed residents for the following: risks of falls, infection, delirium, neurological changes, skin breakdown, wound assessment, input/output.
- Improved resident satisfaction by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs.
Clinical Nurse Assistant
Findlay Creek Medical Centre
04.2013 - 09.2013
- Performed computerized charting, pregnancy tests, urine analysis, rapid-strep tests, vital signs, dressing changes, blood drawing.
- Booked appointments, answered phones and questions regarding patient issues.
- Maintained an organized workspace.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations.
- Contributed to positive workplace culture by fostering teamwork among fellow nursing staff members.
- Educated patients on preventive care measures, empowering them to make informed decisions about their health management.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and procedures, ensuring efficient delivery of quality patient care services.
Personal Support Worker
Carefor Health and Community Services
04.2013 - 09.2013
- Traveled to patients' houses to assist with ADL's (bathing, feeding, washing, cleaning, mobilizing).
- Utilized in-home mechanical lifts.
- Palliative care.
- Escorted patients to appointments, recreation and exercise rooms.
- Maintained an organized work schedule among varying patients' availability.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
Education
BScN Degree -
University of Ottawa/Algonquin College
01.2014
Pre-Nursing Diploma -
Algonquin College
06.2010
High School Diploma -
Osgoode Township High School
01.2008
Skills
- Caring, compassionate and non-judgmental
- Developed organizational skills with ability to multi-task and care for a heavy and complex patient load
- Possess effective communication skills with patients and members of the health care team
- Developed ability to assess, plan, intervene, evaluate and chart patient care
- Ability to initiate, maintain and assess equipments such as catheters, mechanical lifts, IVs, lumbar drains, dressings, feeding tubes, oxygen suppliers, suctions, cardiac monitors
- Time Management, critical thinking and conflict resolution
- Perform and interpret 12-lead ECG
- Experience with palliative patients and families of the deceased
- Maintain confidentiality at all times
Certifications and Licenses
- Member of RNAO
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention training at The Royal Ottawa
- SafeTALK Suicide prevention workshop certification
- Level C CPR/First Aid certification and Mask fit testing (N95)
- Up to date immunizations (proof available)
- G class driver's license and vehicle owner
- Police records check available
References
- Tammy Pulfer, Clinical Manager, RN, 613-798-5555 Ext. 13448
- Janet Sloan, Register Nurse, 613-794-3669
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
The Ottawa Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Osgoode Care Centre
05.2015 - 09.2016
Registered Nurse, Neurosurgery/Neurology
The Ottawa Hospital
06.2014 - 01.2023
Clinical Nurse Assistant
Findlay Creek Medical Centre
04.2013 - 09.2013
Personal Support Worker
Carefor Health and Community Services
04.2013 - 09.2013
BScN Degree -
University of Ottawa/Algonquin College
Pre-Nursing Diploma -
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
Osgoode Township High School
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