Kerri Ashforth
Embrun,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate experienced 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.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Eastern Ontario
2002.10 - Current
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions, all within a pediatric acute setting
Education
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON05.2002
Skills
- Oncology/medicine/surgery experience
- IV/Blood work administration
- Patient Monitoring
All skills are with the Pediatric population
- Fast Learner/ Hard Worker
- Independent learner
- Confident team player
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Children's Hospital Of Eastern Ontario
2002.10 - Current
No Degree - Practical Nursing
Algonquin College
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