KIMBERLY WERE (RPN)
Cambridge,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and clinically strong Registered Practical Nurse (Recent Honours graduate April 2026) with extensive acute-care experience in high-acuity medicine units at Brantford General Hospital and Hamilton General Hospital. Former PSW with specialized training in dementia, acquired brain injury, and complex-care support. Proficient in both Epic and Meditech EMR systems. Recognized for excellent teamwork, communication, and adherence to CNO standards, IPAC protocols, and evidence-informed practice. Seeking an RPN role in acute medicine, medical-surgical, neurology, cardiology, or general hospital units.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PSW Champion
CESBA (Continuing Education School Board Administrators)
Western Ontario
- Served as a regional PSW Champion, promoting healthcare careers across Western Ontario.
- Delivered presentations to PSW students and high-school healthcare classes, highlighting real-world LTC and acute-care experiences.
- Taught hands-on certifications, including safe feeding techniques for residents.
- Collaborated with educators, administrators, and LTC partners to strengthen healthcare workforce awareness.
- Demonstrated strong public speaking, leadership, and educational facilitation skills.
- Healthcare Education & Outreach
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
The Elliot Community
Guelph, ON
04.2025 - 01.2026
- Delivered person-centred care using the Butterfly Model, emphasizing emotional connection and meaningful engagement.
- Supported residents with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and ABI using trauma-informed communication.
- Assisted with ADLs, mobility, feeding, and responsive behaviours while maintaining safety and dignity.
- Recognized and reported subtle changes in condition, demonstrating strong clinical judgment.
- Built therapeutic relationships with residents and families through patience and compassion.
- Specializing in Dementia & Acquired Brain Injury (ABI)
Education
Practical Nursing
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON04-2026
PSW Diploma -
Conestoga College
Kitchener, Ontario04-2024
Bachelor of Psychology - undefined
Mount Saint Vincent University
Halifax, Nova Scotia04-2001
Skills
- Patient assessment & clinical judgment
- Medication administration (IV, oral, SC, IM)
- Wound care & pressure injury prevention
- Catheter insertion and care, specimen collection
- Vital signs & blood glucose monitoring
- EMR Systems: Epic, Meditech
- IPAC & aseptic technique
- Safe patient handling & mobility support
- Therapeutic & trauma-informed communication
- Dementia & ABI-informed care
- Time management & prioritization
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- First Aid, CPR BLS
- N95 Mask Fit
- WHMIS
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
- Immunizations up to date
- Vulnerable Sector Check
- Butterfly model of care certification
- Compassionate end of life care
- Preventing triggers in responsive behaviors
CLINICAL PLACEMENTS
- Brantford General Hospital – Inpatient Medicine May 2025-September 2025
- Practical Nursing Clinical Placement – Brantford, ON
- Delivered patient-centred care to adults with acute and complex medical conditions.
- Performed focused assessments, monitored vital signs, and documented findings using EMR systems.
- Assisted with medication administration (IV, oral, SC, IM) under supervision.
- Supported mobility, ADLs, and safe patient handling using proper body mechanics.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support individualized care plans.
- Applied IPAC principles including hand hygiene, PPE, and aseptic technique.
- Hamilton General Hospital – Acute Medicine September 2025-January 2026
- Practical Nursing Clinical Placement – Hamilton, ON
- Provided nursing care in a fast-paced acute medical environment within a major regional hospital.
- Conducted assessments, monitored patient status, and reported changes promptly.
- Assisted with wound care, specimen collection, and chronic disease management.
- Practiced therapeutic communication with diverse patient populations.
- Demonstrated strong time-management and prioritization skills in a high-acuity setting.
- Brantford General Hospital – Medicine Unit March 2026-May 2026
- Practical Nursing Final Consolidation Clinical Placement – Brantford, ON
- Supported patients with chronic and acute medical needs, including cardiac, respiratory, and neurological conditions.
- Performed blood glucose monitoring, catheter insertion and care, and routine nursing procedures.
- Engaged in patient and family teaching related to medications, safety, and chronic disease management.
- Maintained accurate, timely documentation aligned with CNO standards.
Timeline
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
The Elliot Community
04.2025 - 01.2026
PSW Champion
CESBA (Continuing Education School Board Administrators)
Bachelor of Psychology - undefined
Mount Saint Vincent University
Practical Nursing
Mohawk College
PSW Diploma -
Conestoga College