Katrina Mae De Jesus
North York,Canada
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) 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. Empathetic and positive individual with passion for patient care and strong foundation in medical principles. Knowledge in administering medications and providing basic patient care, including monitoring vital signs and assisting with daily activities. Committed to improving patient outcomes and enhancing overall healthcare experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse (Lead Nurse)
Memory and Company
09.2024 - Current
- Company Overview: Respite and Hotel
- Monitored member reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Enhanced member satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed member regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent member information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet member needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Advocated for member by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
- Served as an advocate for member's rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
- Ensured timely wound care for member, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
Direct Support Professional, Part-Time
Montage Support Services
05.2022 - Current
- Monitoring individuals by maintaining a safe environment with appropriate attention given to individual’s health, nutrition and hygiene and housekeeping duties
- Administering medications as required
- Administering nutritional feeding via G-tube
- Supporting individuals with complex support needs in a sensitive and respectful manner, in all areas of their lives
- Works collaboratively with multidisciplinary team including other health care practitioners
- Prepares meals for individuals
- Participates in implementation and development of ISPs
- Maintaining clients’ confidentiality and privacy at all times
Registered Practical Nurse (SPEP - 150 Hrs)
Villa Colombo - Home for the Aged
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Monitored resident's reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Enhanced resident's satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed resident regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
- Executed precise medication administration through thorough understanding of dosages, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Assessed resident's temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored resident's health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Ensured timely wound care dressing, reporting any changes, and monitoring for any signs of further complications.
Private Companion (Caregiver)
Harold & Grace Baker Centre
09.2016 - 12.2022
- Taking care of elderly with Dementia/ Alzheimer’s
- Taking care of an elderly that undergone chemotherapy and Palliative Care
- Working diligently to fulfill client and families’ requests
- Providing physical and emotional support within the health care team especially the clients
Personal Support Worker, Part-Time
Premium Health Care Provider
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Work with the team in ensuring the health, safety, welfare and independence of the residents
- Maintaining client’s privacy and confidentiality at all times
- Providing physical and emotional support to residents and their families
- Ensuring the residents’ safety at all times
Registered Nurse
Tarlac Provincial Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2016
- Company Overview: 450 Bed Capacity Hospital
- Assigned in an out-patient department
- Assisted in minor operations in Surgical OPD
- Health teachings in OB-Gyn
- Performed complex nursing skills throughout the department
- Administered different medication routes
- 450 Bed Capacity Hospital
Private Duty Nurse
Jecsons Medical Centre
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Carry out doctor’s orders
- Performed basic to complex nursing skills
- Vital signs monitoring and reporting of I and O
- Worked with the patient and family to build plan of care in the comfort of their home
- Administered Intravenous and oral medications
- Collaborated with different health care field to facilitate patient’s needs
Education
Supervised Practice Experience Program - Nursing skills
Villa Colombo Homes For The Aged
03.2024
Registered Nurse -
Philippines
01.2016
College Diploma -
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Tarlac State University01.2015
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Diabetes management
- Tracheostomy Care
- Health Promotion
- Patient Monitoring
References
Available Upon Request
Summary of qualifications
- Registered Practical Nurse, Ontario, 06/01/24
- Registered Nurse, Republic of the Philippines, 02/01/16
- SMG Crisis Intervention Trained, 06/01/24
- Standard First Aid & CPR/ AED Level C, 01/01/23
- CPNRE and Jurisprudence, 01/01/19
- G Driver’s License holder
- Excellent communication skills, compassionate, and organized
- Excellent computer skills
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse (Lead Nurse)
Memory and Company
09.2024 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse (SPEP - 150 Hrs)
Villa Colombo - Home for the Aged
12.2023 - 03.2024
Direct Support Professional, Part-Time
Montage Support Services
05.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker, Part-Time
Premium Health Care Provider
02.2022 - 04.2022
Private Companion (Caregiver)
Harold & Grace Baker Centre
09.2016 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Tarlac Provincial Hospital
05.2016 - 06.2016
Private Duty Nurse
Jecsons Medical Centre
02.2016 - 05.2016
Supervised Practice Experience Program - Nursing skills
Villa Colombo Homes For The Aged
Registered Nurse -
Philippines
College Diploma -
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
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