Kelly Halstead
Battleford,SK
Summary
I am passionate about providing care to people. I have learned over the years working in mental health that this is the area of care I want to pursue. I started in Forensics and currently work on the Male Correctional Unit. I have leaned a lot about different mental health diseases and I know I have much more to learn and I want to continue that education.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Psychiatric Hospital
01.2019 - 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.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Battleford District Care Center
02.2014 - 01.2019
- 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.
- 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.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- 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.
- 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.
Personal Support Worker
Schlegel Villages, Village Of Aspen Lakes
01.2011 - 08.2013
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
Personal Support Worker
St. Elizabeth Health Care
04.2007 - 01.2011
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
Education
Registered Practical Nurse
St Clair College
Windsor, ON06.2013
Personal Support Worker
St Clair College
Windsor, ON2006
American Sign Language Interpreter
St Clair College
Windsor, ON2005
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Wound Care
- Clinical Documentation
- Geriatric Care
- Physical Assessment
- Patient relationship building
- Care Planning
- ADL Assistance
- Patient Intake
- Palliative Care
- Behavioral assessment
- Mental Health Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Saskatchewan Psychiatric Hospital
01.2019 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Battleford District Care Center
02.2014 - 01.2019
Personal Support Worker
Schlegel Villages, Village Of Aspen Lakes
01.2011 - 08.2013
Personal Support Worker
St. Elizabeth Health Care
04.2007 - 01.2011
Registered Practical Nurse
St Clair College
Personal Support Worker
St Clair College
American Sign Language Interpreter
St Clair College
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