Krystin Pelley
Middle Sackville,NS
Summary
Dedicated student nurse with over 440 hours of clinical experience in med-surg, family newborn, mental health, and long-term care. Skilled in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Seeking to build upon clinical experience and passion for patient-centered care in a nursing role that fosters continued learning and professional development while delivering compassionate, high-quality care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted in daily living activities for improved quality of life.
- Improved patient mobility by assisting with transfers and ambulation exercises.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing attentive and compassionate care.
- Supported patients during end-of-life care, ensuring dignity and comfort throughout the process.
- Supported needs of 8 + residents under long-term care.
Student Nurse
Dartmouth General Hospital - 4 East
09.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication and education on treatment plans.
- Administered medications accurately, ensuring proper dosage, route, and timing for optimal therapeutic effect.
- Promoted safe environments for patients by adhering to infection control protocols, fall prevention strategies, and other safety measures.
- Established rapport with patients and families through effective communication and active listening skills, fostering trust and mutual respect during healing process'.
Student Nurse
IWK - Garron Centre
07.2024 - 07.2024
- Developed strong rapport with patients, fostering trust and open communication essential for effective treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create holistic and integrated mental health care for patients.
- Conducted crisis interventions and de-escalation techniques to ensure patient safety during high-risk situations.
- Administered psychotropic medications according to established protocols while closely monitoring side effects and efficacy.
Student Nurse
Victoria General Hospital 6A
06.2024 - 07.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, intramuscular and subcutaneous injections and monitored responses.
- Assessed patient conditions accurately by conducting comprehensive physical assessments, interpreting diagnostic tests, and utilizing critical thinking skills.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
Student Nurse
IWK Family Newborn Unit / Birth Unit
03.2024 - 03.2024
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Performed vital signs checks and administered vaccinations to infants following birth.
- Assisted with documenting treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Student Nurse
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
11.2023 - 12.2023
- Supplied physical support to assist patients in performing daily living activities such as getting out of bed, bathing, dressing, toileting and walking.
- Promoted patient independence through individualized personal care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, and maintained accurate records, ensuring patient safety.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dalhousie University
Halifax, NS09.2025
Continuing Care Assistant Certificate -
CBBC Career College
Dartmouth, NS05.2021
High School Diploma -
Sackville High School
Lower Sackville, NS06.2019
Skills
- Physical assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Collecting vitals
- ADL Assistance
- Wound Management
- Diabetes management
- Direct Patient Care
- Compassionate Care
- Mental health care
- Maternal-Newborn Care
- Dementia and Alzheimer's knowledge
Certification
- CCA - Continuing Care Assistant
- LEAP Palliative Care Course
- Basic Life Support (HCP)
- Dementia: Understanding the Journey
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED level C
- WHMIS
- Airway Management
- Oxygen Administration
Timeline
Student Nurse
Dartmouth General Hospital - 4 East
09.2024 - 10.2024
Student Nurse
IWK - Garron Centre
07.2024 - 07.2024
Student Nurse
Victoria General Hospital 6A
06.2024 - 07.2024
Student Nurse
IWK Family Newborn Unit / Birth Unit
03.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
11.2023 - 12.2023
Continuing Care Assistant
Oakwood Terrace Nursing Home
03.2021 - Current
- CCA - Continuing Care Assistant
- LEAP Palliative Care Course
- Basic Life Support (HCP)
- Dementia: Understanding the Journey
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED level C
- WHMIS
- Airway Management
- Oxygen Administration
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Dalhousie University
Continuing Care Assistant Certificate -
CBBC Career College
High School Diploma -
Sackville High School
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