Kevin Li
Toronto,ON
Summary
A dedicated and compassionate registered nurse with extensive experience in acute care of the elderly. Seeking to transition my clinical skills to a general surgery nursing position. I bring a strong background in patient assessments, critical thinking, and interdisciplinary collaboration, and I am eager to apply these skills in providing high-quality, patient-centered care. My goal is to contribute to the health and well-being of patients by fostering a compassionate and supportive care environment, following professional nursing practice standards.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse – 10 North Acute Care for Elders
Mount Sinai Hospital
Toronto, ON
08.2023 - Current
- Proficient critical thinking and problem-solving skills to provide comprehensive person-centered nursing care for up to six patients experiencing a range of diagnoses, such as alcohol withdrawal, pneumonia, delirium, CHF, COPD, and other acute and chronic illnesses. Proficient in performing focused assessments on patients when indicated.
- Strong communication skills to build trust with patients, facilitate therapeutic relationships, and coordinate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to relay changes in patient condition and other important information quickly and effectively.
- Experienced in handling central and vascular access devices, such as IV infusion pumps, PICC lines, and enteral feeding tubes.
- Follow proper cleanliness standards while engaging in nursing procedures, such as Foley catheterization, wound care, drainage tubes, etc.
- Strong organizational skills to manage workflow, set priorities, review orders, monitor lab results, and provide patient care to ensure that needed services for patients are delivered at the correct time.
Student Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
LHSC - University Hospital
London, Ontario
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Demonstrates time management skills to provide compassionate care for 1-2 high-acuity post-op patients with acute health complications, such as pain, nausea, hypotension, and desaturation.
- Collaborates with nurses and physicians in admitting and settling post-op patients, taking vital signs, setting up equipment (IV pump, ART line, SCDs, PCA pump, regional block), and more.
- Communicates effectively with the anesthesiologist and surgical team regarding patient complications, and advocates for adjustments to the care plan if needed.
- Documents patient information in adherence to hospital documentation guidelines, and reports patient information in a clear, concise, and timely manner to support smooth transitions between care departments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western University
London, ON06-2023
BBA -
Queen's University
Kingston, ON06-2019
Skills
- Patient assessment
- IV therapy
- Wound care
- Clinical documentation
- Time management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Timeline
Registered Nurse – 10 North Acute Care for Elders
Mount Sinai Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Student Nurse – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)
LHSC - University Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western University
BBA -
Queen's University
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