Kristine Efenio
Halifax,NS
Summary
Highly-motivated RN Nurse Manager with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Health Services Manager
Parkland At The Gardens
Halifax, NS
11.2023 - Current
- Managed the delivery of nursing services and resident care to meet quality standards
- Assessed staffing needs and collaborated with human resources to recruit qualified healthcare professionals.
- Managed daily operations of the health services department including budgeting, hiring, scheduling, and training staff.
- Implemented strategies to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs while maintaining high-quality resident care standards.
- Developed policies and procedures for the effective delivery of health services.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall resident care and response times.
Registered Nurse- Clinical Leader
Northwood
Halifax, Nova Scotia
09.2021 - 11.2023
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, policies and standards of care.
- Advocated for resident needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each resident.
Registered Nurse- Float RN
Northwood
Halifax, Nova Scotia
01.2020 - 09.2021
- Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates resident care
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Nurse-in-Charge: Responding to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Sint Maarten Medical Center
Sint Maarten, Dutch West Indies
12.2008 - 04.2016
- Provided care to sick and ailing newborns, toddlers and children less than 18 yrs old
- Administered medications and utilized medical equipment
- Worked with interdisciplinary team for creation, implementation and evaluation of care plans
- Transported critically-ill newborns via air ambulance in Sint Maarten, Dutch Caribbean
- Conducted health teaching with patients and families on illness and treatment options
- Provided follow-up care after hospital stay.
Education
Certification in Gerontology -
Canadian Nurses Association
01.2021
RN Bridging Course -
Registered Nurses Professional Development Center
09.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of St. La Salle Bacolod City
04.2006
Skills
- Professional Networking
- Effective Communication
- Multidisciplinary team collaboration
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Strong clinical judgement and management
- Excellent in patient and family advocacy
- Well-versed in medication administration and treatment
- Knowledge of computerized medical documentation and records
- Time management abilities
- Risk Management
- Proven record of ethical practice, reliability and responsibility especially during pandemic
Personal Information
Title: BScN RN GNC
Timeline
Health Services Manager
Parkland At The Gardens
11.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse- Clinical Leader
Northwood
09.2021 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse- Float RN
Northwood
01.2020 - 09.2021
Pediatric Registered Nurse
Sint Maarten Medical Center
12.2008 - 04.2016
Certification in Gerontology -
Canadian Nurses Association
RN Bridging Course -
Registered Nurses Professional Development Center
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of St. La Salle Bacolod City
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