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Kiri Holizki

Prince Albert,Canada

Summary

Skilled LPN, who has recently upgraded to RN with background in emergency care, delivering high-quality patient outcomes in fast-paced environments. Ability to manage critical situations effectively and contribute to life-saving interventions. Strong background in Medical-Surgical nursing, providing compassionate patient care and managing complex cases. Expertise in wound care and post-operative recovery, utilizing critical thinking and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for diverse patient populations.
  • Monitored patient vitals and reported significant changes, facilitating timely interventions and improving outcomes.
  • Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding of medical instructions and follow-up needs.

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2025 - Current
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Monitored patient conditions, identified changes, and escalated concerns to appropriate healthcare providers.
  • Educated patients and families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care instructions.
  • Implemented evidence-based protocols to enhance emergency response efficiency and improve patient safety measures.
  • Delivered critical care to patients in high-pressure environments, ensuring rapid assessment and intervention.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes through effective communication and shared decision-making.
  • Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and fostering a culture of continuous learning.

Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Room

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2019 - 05.2025
  • Taking medical histories, entering information into computer systems, keeping medical records current
  • Taking vital signs, basic wound care including, personal care, monitoring fluid and food intake and output, observation of patients' skin for potential impairment
  • Giving medication as prescribed by a physician, giving injections of medication, managing IVs, assessing patients’ reactions to medications, writing prescriptions at a physician's request
  • Ensuring patients and their families understand discharge instructions
  • Assessing patients' mental health
  • Providing emotional support

Licensed Practical Nurse, Surgical Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2017 - 05.2025
  • Taking medical histories, entering information into computer systems, keeping medical records current
  • Taking vital signs, basic wound care including, personal care, monitoring fluid and food intake and output, observation of patients' skin for potential impairment
  • Giving medication as prescribed by a physician, giving injections of medication, managing IVs, assessing patients’ reactions to medications, writing prescriptions at a physician's request
  • Ensuring patients and their families understand discharge instructions
  • Assessing patients' mental health
  • Providing emotional support

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2017 - 07.2019
  • Taking medical histories, entering information into computer systems, keeping medical records current
  • Taking vital signs, assisting with daily needs such as bathing and dressing, basic wound care including cleaning and bandaging injured areas, monitoring fluid and food intake and output, moving patients safely, observation of patients' skin for potential bed sores, assessing patients' mental health
  • Giving medication as prescribed by a physician, giving injections of medication, assessing patients’ reactions to medications, writing prescriptions at a physician's request
  • Supervising CNAs (Certified Nursing Assistants) and the facility
  • Scheduling appointments for residents and staff

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority
11.2018 - 05.2019
  • Promotes health and healing by functioning as a member of the care team to provide optimum care for recovering, acutely/chronically ill, home care and long-term care clients.
  • Entering the homes of clients with respect, being an individual with assessments, one-on-one with clients
  • Taking vital signs, wound care, Coban wrapping, negative pressure dressings, observation of patients' skin for potential impairment, assessing patients' mental health, giving medication as prescribed by a physician, through the medication administration program
  • Developed individualized care plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, enhancing patient-centered care approach.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Saskatchewan
Prince Albert, SK
04-2025

Diploma - Practical Nursing Program

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
05.2017

Grade 12 - undefined

St. Mary High School
Prince Albert, Saskatchewan
06.2014

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Proficient in bedside manner
  • Trustworthy in commitments
  • Easily teachable
  • Positive interpersonal skills
  • Trustworthy conduct
  • Self-disciplined
  • Pre-and Post-operative care
  • Compassionate care
  • Clinical judgment
  • Emergency care

Languages

English

Certification

  • Licensed Registered Nurse - May 2025
  • Licensed Practical Nurse - June 2017
  • SCM - 2016
  • WHIMIS 2015 Online - 2017
  • Gentle Persuasive Approaches - 2018
  • TLR Train the Trainer - 2022
  • PART (with Advanced) Train the Trainer - 2024
  • BLS - Basic Life Saving - 2024
  • PEARS - Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization - 2025

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2025 - Current

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2025 - Current

Licensed Practical Nurse, Emergency Room

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2019 - 05.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse, Home Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority
11.2018 - 05.2019

Licensed Practical Nurse, Surgical Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2017 - 05.2025

Licensed Practical Nurse, Long-Term Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority
06.2017 - 07.2019

Diploma - Practical Nursing Program

Saskatchewan Polytechnic

Grade 12 - undefined

St. Mary High School

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Saskatchewan
Kiri Holizki