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Kelly Hluschyk

Kamloops

Summary

Compassionate and dedicated registered nurse with 18 years of neonatal intensive care experience. Demonstrates expertise in clinical education, mentorship, and leadership within the NICU environment. Skilled in supporting new graduates, coordinating unit operations, and leading alongside co-workers in NICU care, recognized for a collaborative approach, strong communication skills, and an unwavering commitment to family-centered neonatal care.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Patient Care Coordinator

Interior Health Authority
Kamloops
08.2023 - Current

- Coordinates care delivery across pediatric and neonatal units, ensuring safe, effective patient management.

- Supported frontline staff during critical scenarios with leadership, organization, and clinical expertise.

- Promoted a supportive and collaborative culture while balancing team dynamics and patient needs.

NICU Site Support team member

Interior Health Authority
Kamloops
04.2020 - Current

- Acts as a clinical resource on-site for NICU and pediatric staff across rural sites within IHA West.

- Strengthens team knowledge and practice supports through on-site guidance.

- Facilitated communication between frontline teams and health authority resources.

RN

Interior Health Authority
Kamloops
04.2007 - Current

-Delivers specialized care to critically ill neonates and their families within a high-acuity NICU.

- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans for infants.

- Routinely volunteers as a preceptor and mentor for new graduates, providing clinical teaching and professional support.

- Advocated for and implemented family-centered practices in alignment with BC health care standards.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Thompson Rivers University
Kamloops
04-2007

Respiratory Care

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby

Some College (No Degree) - Neonatal Nursing Certificate

Mount Royal University
Calgary

Some College (No Degree) - Acute Care of The At-Risk Newborn

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Staff mentoring
  • Strong advocate for professional development and continuing education
  • Approachable and collaborative
  • Highly motivated
  • Passionate about Neonatal Care

Certification

  • BaSe Simulation Course, March 2025
  • Next Generation Clinical Leadership course, 2023
  • Co-teaching NEST (Neonatal Education and Specialty Training Program) with the Regional Knowledge Coordinator
  • Preceptorship Workshop, 2024

Timeline

Patient Care Coordinator

Interior Health Authority
08.2023 - Current

NICU Site Support team member

Interior Health Authority
04.2020 - Current

RN

Interior Health Authority
04.2007 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Thompson Rivers University

Respiratory Care

British Columbia Institute of Technology

Some College (No Degree) - Neonatal Nursing Certificate

Mount Royal University

Some College (No Degree) - Acute Care of The At-Risk Newborn

British Columbia Institute of Technology
Kelly Hluschyk