Kendra Theoret
Pierrefonds,QC
Summary
Patient-oriented Licensed Practical Nurse proactive and versatile with dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members.
Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently and values work quality and speed.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kanesatake Health Center
Kanesatake, Qc
09.2021 - Current
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Ensured that all clinical documentation is accurate and up-to-date in the electronic medical record system.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Assisted with admissions and discharges of patients from hospital units or long-term care facilities.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
- Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Followed rehabilitation and treatment care plans to accelerate patient recovery, minimize pain, and optimize patient outcomes.
- Answered patient and family questions to educate on optimal treatment procedures.
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Used sterile techniques to prepare patients for procedures.
- Collected biological specimens and packaged for laboratory transport to complete diagnostic tests.
- Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
- Took temperatures or blood pressures, dressed wounds and provided other basic patient care or treatments.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
- Answered patient calls, identified issues and determined how best to provide assistance within parameters established by facility and supervisor.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Prepared or examined food trays for conformance to prescribed diet.
- Evaluated nursing intervention outcomes by conferring with other healthcare team members.
- Prepared patients for examinations, tests or treatments and explained procedures.
- Assembled and used catheters, tracheotomy tubes or oxygen suppliers.
- Provided behavioral and emotional support and closely supervised patients suffering from dementia and Alzheimer's.
Education
Diploma of Vocational Studies - Health, Care And Assistance
CDC Laurier Pont-Viau
Laval, QC01-2022
High School Diploma -
Phoenix Alternative
Laval, QC01-2016
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Vanier College
Saint-Laurent, NoneSkills
- Charting and recording
- Counting narcotics
- Diabetes management
- Medical records security
- Documenting incidents
- Patient evaluations
- Vital signs monitoring
- Caregiving skills
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Patient relationship building
- Caring for wounds
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kanesatake Health Center
09.2021 - Current
Diploma of Vocational Studies - Health, Care And Assistance
CDC Laurier Pont-Viau
High School Diploma -
Phoenix Alternative
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology
Vanier College