Kristin Ferguson
Belleville,ON
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in patient care across diverse medical needs. Proven ability to conduct rapid and precise assessments while maintaining composure in high-pressure situations. Acknowledged for leadership skills and commitment to delivering exceptional care within multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Telehealth
Sykes Assistance Services
London, Ontario
09.2015 - 07.2025
- Educated patients and families on health conditions, treatment options, and self-management strategies.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult circumstances.
- Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical situations promptly and accurately.
- Advocated for patients' rights, values, and beliefs with respect and understanding.
- Maintained accurate, thorough, and confidential electronic medical records documentation.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance departmental practices.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, delivering optimal care and life-saving interventions.
- Collaborated effectively within a team while demonstrating independent work capabilities.
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Clinic
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, Ontario
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary teams and implemented treatment plans.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored behaviors, updating physicians with observations.
- Administered oral, IV, and intra-muscular medications while monitoring patient reactions.
- Provided emotional support and counseling to patients and families during care.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques for home after hospital discharge.
- Prepared patients for procedures through initial and ongoing assessments.
- Responded promptly to emergencies, delivering optimal care and life-saving interventions.
- Adhered to infection control procedures, ensuring safe and clean patient environments.
Registered Nurse, IV Services
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, Ontario
08.2012 - 09.2015
- Inserted peripheral IV catheters throughout hospital, including challenging placements in ER and ICU.
- Troubleshot central lines to ensure accurate placement prior to IV medication administration.
- Restored patency of occluded central lines using thrombolytics.
- Accessed central lines for medication delivery and patient care.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
Toronto, Ontario
09.2004 - 09.2015
- Managed triage processes to efficiently prioritize patient care needs.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on emergency protocols and procedures.
- Delivered care for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests and strokes.
- Administered medications and therapies as prescribed by physicians.
- Maintained clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
- Ensured accurate documentation of assessments, treatments, and medications administered.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during stressful situations.
- Responded swiftly to life-threatening situations utilizing advanced emergency skills.
Registered Nurse, Professor/Clinical Instructor
Centennial College
Scarborough, Ontario
09.2010 - 05.2014
- Instructed health assessment techniques across classroom, lab, and clinical environments.
- Supervised and trained RN, RPN, and PSW students on clinical skills and nursing policy adherence.
- Evaluated student compliance with professional practice standards set by CNO.
Education
BCLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP Certifications
Varied
01-2015
Certification in Emergency Nursing (ENCC(C))
Canadan Nurses Association
01-2012
Diabetes Educator Certificate
Michener Institute
Toronto01-2011
CBRN Training
Sunnybrook Base Hospital
Toronto, ON01-2006
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Emergency Nurses Association
01-2005
Emergency Nursing Certificate
George Brown College
Toronto01-2004
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Laurentian University
Sudbury, ON01-2004
Coronary Care I
Humber College
Toronto, ON01-2004
Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC)
Emergency Nurses Association
01-2004
Skills
- Patient advocacy
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration
- Team collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Care coordination
- Compassionate care
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Telehealth
Sykes Assistance Services
09.2015 - 07.2025
Registered Nurse, Outpatient Clinic
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
08.2012 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse, IV Services
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
08.2012 - 09.2015
Registered Nurse, Professor/Clinical Instructor
Centennial College
09.2010 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre
09.2004 - 09.2015
BCLS, ACLS, PALS, NRP Certifications
Varied
Certification in Emergency Nursing (ENCC(C))
Canadan Nurses Association
Diabetes Educator Certificate
Michener Institute
CBRN Training
Sunnybrook Base Hospital
Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Emergency Nurses Association
Emergency Nursing Certificate
George Brown College
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Laurentian University
Coronary Care I
Humber College
Trauma Nurse Certification Course (TNCC)
Emergency Nurses Association
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