Komalpreet chahal
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Organized Registered Nurse experienced in delivering patient care through fast and accurate assessments while maintaining composure under pressure. Collaborated effectively with medical teams to enhance healthcare practices and provided evidence-based therapeutic care. Led training initiatives for new nursing staff, fostering a collaborative environment focused on high-quality patient service.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Covenant health
Edmonton, AB
08.2018 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses consistently.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Administered treatments, therapies, and medication according to prescribed methods and protocols.
- Provided direct patient care in medical-surgical unit daily.
- Cared expertly for individuals with wide array of medical issues such as pulmonary, cardiology and infectious disease patients.
- Conducted assessments upon admission of new patients in order to develop an individualized plan of care.
- Assisted in the assessment and documentation of patient conditions.
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborated with healthcare team in planning patient care strategies.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams for seamless patient transitions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Coordinated with patient and attending physician in facilitating discharge and continuing needs for home care or transfer to extended care facility.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
- Delivered physician-ordered treatments and monitored responses to quickly spot complications and side effects.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through observation of clinical indicators such as pain level, breathing rate or laboratory values.
- Assessed patients using comprehensive evaluation techniques and sound clinical judgment.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe environment.
- Implemented evidence-based practice standards into daily practice decisions.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Deployed therapeutic communication and active listening and teaching to establish relationships with patients, families and health care team for optimum patient care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Mentored junior nurses in best practices and clinical skills training.
- Demonstrated high degree of confidentiality, positive interpersonal skills and adaptability in fast-paced and unpredictable medical environment.
- Monitored unexpected patient events and recorded incident reports.
- Recorded actions or behaviors of clinical significance in EMR system charts and kept physicians informed.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning to ensure continuity of care post-hospitalization.
Registered Nurse
Hogarth riverview manor
Thunder Bay, AB
07.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge instructions.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care standards.
- Managed staffing schedules to optimize nurse availability and coverage.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health record systems.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and regulatory guidelines consistently.
- Served as a liaison between Nursing Department and other departments within the facility.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal and state laws governing health care delivery systems.
- Provided leadership, coaching, mentoring and supervision to a team of RNs and LPNs.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from physicians regarding patient care matters.
- Provided guidance and support during crisis situations involving patients or families.
Education
Licensed practical nurse diploma - Nursing
Norquest College
Edmonton 09.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
Faridkot , Punjab 09.2010 - 09.2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Care plan development
- Electronic health records
- Quality assurance
- Patient education
- Patient advocacy
- Crisis management
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Culturally-sensitive care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hogarth riverview manor
07.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Covenant health
08.2018 - Current
Licensed practical nurse diploma - Nursing
Norquest College
09.2016 - 04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
09.2010 - 09.2014