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Overview
Work History
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Kirandeep Kaur

Mississauga,ON

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) 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

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Serene Care Staffing Solutions
12.2021 - Current
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse

Credit Valley Hospital
09.2021 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Skillfully performed various clinical procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, catheterizations; ensuring optimal comfort levels for patients during these processes.

Clinical Instructor

York University
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Enhanced patient care by providing clinical instruction for nursing students in various healthcare settings.
  • Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
  • Developed comprehensive lesson plans to cover essential clinical skills, techniques, and procedures.
  • Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and curriculum content.
  • Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
  • Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
  • Assisted in the development of simulation scenarios to provide realistic patient experiences for students to practice their skills.

Registered Nurse

First Light Home Care
04.2021 - 12.2021
  • Reduced medication errors through meticulous documentation, verification, and administration of medications.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
  • Increased patient engagement by organizing therapeutic activities and encouraging social interactions among residents.
  • Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
  • Educated family members on disease processes, management techniques, and available resources for additional support.
  • Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of care services while maintaining quality standards.

Registered Nurse

Silverthorne Care Community
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to each resident''s needs.
  • Promoted a safe and comfortable environment by implementing fall prevention strategies and regular safety checks.
  • Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care.
  • Provided skilled nursing assessments and interventions for complex medical conditions, enhancing patient outcomes.
  • Educated family members on disease processes, management techniques, and available resources for additional support.
  • Implemented infection control measures to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections in the long-term care setting.
  • Delegated tasks appropriately to nursing assistants, ensuring efficient delivery of care services while maintaining quality standards.
  • Developed trusting relationships with patients and families by exhibiting empathy, active listening skills, and professionalism in all interactions.
  • Served as an advocate for residents'' rights, addressing concerns promptly and ensuring their needs were met within the scope of practice.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
04.2012 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
  • Promoted a safe and supportive environment for both patients and staff members by adhering to infection control protocols, maintaining equipment, and following safety guidelines.
  • Optimized patient flow within the Emergency Department by collaborating with charge nurses in coordinating bed assignments and discharges according to capacity constraints.
  • Upheld professional nursing standards and ethical principles when advocating for patients'' rights, respecting their autonomy, and maintaining confidentiality at all times.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
  • Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.

Education

OSCE - Nursing

HCPT
North York
03.2020

Nursing Refresher Program - Nursing

Bay College of Business And Health Care
Toronto, ON
07.2019

B.sc Nursing - Nursing

Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
08.2011

Skills

  • Case Management
  • Chart Updating
  • Lab Result Interpretation
  • ADL Assistance
  • Diabetes Management
  • Medical Assessment
  • Wound Care
  • Health Screening
  • Nursing Staff Leadership
  • Patient Management
  • Care Planning
  • Emergency Response
  • Precepting
  • Vaccine Administration
  • Patient Assessment
  • Intravenous Therapy
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient and Family Advocacy
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Proper Catheter Insertion/Removal
  • Insulin Medication Assistance
  • Patient Counseling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual

Certification

GPA training

Dementia and Alzheimer's workshop

PD training


Timeline

Clinical Instructor

York University
09.2023 - 12.2023

Registered Nurse

Serene Care Staffing Solutions
12.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse / Charge Nurse

Credit Valley Hospital
09.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

First Light Home Care
04.2021 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

Silverthorne Care Community
04.2021 - 08.2021

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
04.2012 - 03.2018

OSCE - Nursing

HCPT

Nursing Refresher Program - Nursing

Bay College of Business And Health Care

B.sc Nursing - Nursing

Dayanand Medical College And Hospital
Kirandeep Kaur