Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Affiliations
References
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Kerona Edwards

108-420 Columbia Blvd West, Lethbridge,AB

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse position. I am a well-rounded, responsible, self-assured, Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments and committed employee. I am well-organized and can manage my time effectively. I am an energetic, reliant, and teachable individual who works well on my own or in groups.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home Care Aide

Lethbridge Family
05.2021 - Current
  • Assist with bathing, grooming, dressing and other personal hygiene activities Assist with feeding patients Catheter care, simple wound care Insert suppository 108 - 420 Columbia Blvd West Lethbridge Ab,
  • 1K5R4 (825)-594-3264

Preceptorship

Chinook Regional Hospital
Lethbridge, Alberta
04.2022 - 05.2022
  • Administered medication, pain management and analysis of patient responses to interventions to improve individual performance.
  • Conducted initial assessments, documented findings in patient records and notified physicians of abnormal findings.
  • Prioritized and revised patient care activities based on acuity of symptoms and patient preferences.
  • Cared for culturally-diverse patients, liaising with family members and specialists to address changing needs and enhance individual experience.
  • Utilized stethoscopes, thermometers and sphygmomanometers to meet patient needs and prescribed medical therapies.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
  • Assessed patients, collecting data and prioritizing cases in accordance with standards, policies, procedures and guidelines.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
  • Accurately documented treatment, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions and follow-up care.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.

Acute Care Practicum

LLoydminster Hospital
Lloydminster, AB
11.2021 - 12.2021
  • Assist clients in ADLs, coordinated care with interdisciplinary team Medication administration and assessments Intravenous medication administration Catheter Insertion

Continuing Care Practicum

Grande Prairie Care Centre
Grande Prairie, AB
06.2020 - 07.2020
  • Administers enemas, empty drainage devices from body cavities / wounds and record. Applies condom catheters, provide perineal and catheter care
  • Makes occupied and unoccupied beds
  • Assists resident with bedpan, urinal,bedside commode, bowel and bladder retraining
  • Perform personal care for comfort and well-being of the resident
  • Assists patient / residents with transfers
  • Implements the identified plan, coordinates care delivery, and employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment.

Assistance General Manager

Five Guys, Burger and Fries, Grande Prairie
04.2017 - 08.2019
  • Oversee performance of restaurants - guest experience, food safety, staff development and profitability
  • Excellent customer service, scheduling team members and staff meeting Ordering inventory, overseeing inventory levels Adhere by company standards and policies Payroll Managing daily operations

Resident Attendant

Martha's House
Lethbridge, AB
01.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
  • Recorded temperature, blood pressure, pulse, or respiration rate as directed by medical or nursing staff.
  • Monitored and maintained cleanliness, sanitation and organization of assigned station and service areas.
  • Interacted kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
  • Reported unusual or urgent circumstances in patients' condition or environment immediately to nurse supervisor.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Monitored and assisted residents through individual service plans.

Education

Nursing

Northern Lakes College
Lloydminster, AB
06-2022

Business Administration Certificate -

Grande Prairie Regional College
Grande Prairie, AB

Skills

  • Patient-focused care
  • Medication Administration
  • Patient care
  • Tube feedings and medications familiarity
  • Wound Care
  • Compassionate caregiver
  • Patient education
  • Efficient and reliable team player
  • Adaptable
  • PPE Compliance
  • Excellent Communication
  • Data Entry
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking
  • Decision Making
  • Active Listening
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Cultural Awareness
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Written Communication
  • MS Office
  • Self-Motivated

Certification

  • Business Administration
  • BLS Provider
  • Food Safety Certificate
  • IPAC Hand Hygiene
  • Diagnostic Testing and Laboratory
  • Value
  • LPN Code of Ethics
  • Anaphylaxis

Affiliations

  • Alberta Health Care Aide Directory

References

Cindy Haskins, LPN

Supervisor - Lethbridge Family Services

403-360-0213

Yvonne Reid, LPN

Instructor- Northern Lake College

reidy@northernlakescollege.ca

780-214-7403

Joyce Turner, LPN

Manager - Martha's House

Joyce.Turner@covenantliving.ca

403-327-2090

Karen Larson, BA, BEd

Site Manager - Martha's House

karen.r.larson@covenantliving.ca

403-327-2090

Timeline

Preceptorship

Chinook Regional Hospital
04.2022 - 05.2022

Resident Attendant

Martha's House
01.2022 - Current

Acute Care Practicum

LLoydminster Hospital
11.2021 - 12.2021

Home Care Aide

Lethbridge Family
05.2021 - Current

Continuing Care Practicum

Grande Prairie Care Centre
06.2020 - 07.2020

Assistance General Manager

Five Guys, Burger and Fries, Grande Prairie
04.2017 - 08.2019

Nursing

Northern Lakes College

Business Administration Certificate -

Grande Prairie Regional College

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