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Kulsum Khan

65 Waywell St, Whitby,Ontario

Summary

Motivated and compassionate full-time Registered Practical Nurse with current experience on the Mental Health and Addictions 3W Unit at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering. Passionate about providing compassionate, holistic, and patient-centered care in a mental health setting. Seeking to apply my clinical expertise, strong communication skills, and leadership abilities to continue delivering exceptional care while positively impacting patient outcomes.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health
Ajax, Ontario
11.2024 - Current

· Conduct comprehensive Mental Status Assessments using strong communication skills to gather accurate patient information

· Expertise in recognizing, managing, and de-escalating disruptive or aggressive behavior in high-pressure environments

· Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to evaluate and modify patient care plans, ensuring optimal care outcomes

· Built therapeutic relationships with patients, providing guidance and resources to support their journey toward optimal health

Pharmacy Assistant

Loblaws Pharmacy
Whitby, ON
10.2019 - 12.2023

· Under the supervision of a pharmacist, process prescriptions and refills in accordance with all legal requirements and regulations

· Enter new patient profiles and prescriptions into the medication input software system

· Communicated with physicians, nurses, or other healthcare professionals, requesting information about medications or supplies.

Education

Practical Nursing -

Durham College
Oshawa, ON
08-2024

Skills

Mental Health Nursing Expertise: Proficient in crisis intervention, managing mood disorders, and applying de-escalation techniques Comprehensive knowledge of psychiatric medications and their administration

Medication Expertise: Proficient in psychotropic drugs, including antipsychotics, mood stabilizers, and antidepressants, with a focus on administration and side effect monitoring

Clinical Skills: Skilled in medication administration, wound care, restraint application, conducting psychological assessments, and utilizing therapeutic communication

Interprofessional Collaboration: Strong teamwork with healthcare professionals, contributing to the development and implementation of effective patient care plans

Communication: Empathetic patient interactions, clear and precise documentation, and strong interpersonal communication skills

Current Role: Registered Practical Nurse on the Mental Health and Addictions 3W Unit at Lakeridge Health Ajax-Pickering, with experience in dynamic and high-pressure Mental Health and PICU environments

Certifications & Training: Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Mental Health First Aid, AMSR, SMG, and ULearn compliance

Problem-Solving & Composure: Maintains composure in high-stress situations, resolving complex issues and ensuring sound decision-making for patient-centered care in a timely manner

Patient Advocacy & Support: Dedicated to advocating for patients' needs, ensuring they receive compassionate care and support throughout their mental health journey

Leadership & Patient Care: Solid leadership skills in managing high patient loads while maintaining quality care and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Clinical Experience

Lakeridge Health Oshawa – Labor & Delivery Unit

  • Assisted with labor and delivery, monitored fetal heart rates, and supported prenatal and postpartum care.

Lakeridge Health Ajax – Complex Care Rehab Unit

  • Provided nursing care to patients recovering from surgeries and strokes, including assessments, mobility assistance, and patient education.

Ontario Shores – Complex General Psychiatry Department (CGPD)

  • Provided care for patients with severe mental illnesses, engaged in therapeutic communication, crisis intervention, and care planning.

Lakeridge Health Oshawa – Acute Medicine Unit

  • Provided care for acute conditions, administered medications, supported IV management, and facilitated patient mobility and rehabilitation.

Consolidation: (Lakeridge Health Ajax—Mental Health 3W)

  • Completed 320 hours on the Mental Health 3W Unit at Lakeridge Health Ajax, including both the Inpatient Unit and Psychiatry Intensive Care Unit (PICU). Provided comprehensive care for patients with a range of mental health conditions. Developed advanced skills in mental health nursing, medication administration, interprofessional collaboration, teamwork, and documentation. Demonstrated leadership and autonomy in patient care, with a focus on health education and effective communication.

Certification

  • Valid Criminal Record Check
  • CPR/AED Level-C Certificate
  • IPAC Hand Hygiene Certificate
  • Standard First Aid Certificate
  • WHMIS certification
  • Additional Precautions Certificate
  • Chain of Transmission & Risk Assessment Certificate
  • Personal Risk Assessment in Long-term Care Certificate
  • Personal Risk Assessment in Acute Care
  • Bloody Easy Blood Administration Certificate
  • Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) Training Certificate
  • Time Management & Organization Certificate
  • Academic Integrity Certificate
  • Understanding Stigma
  • Recognizing the Deteriorating Patient
  • Code Blue Documentation
  • Safe Wards
  • All Mandatory Training for Inpatient Mental Health and Addictions

Timeline

Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health
11.2024 - Current

Pharmacy Assistant

Loblaws Pharmacy
10.2019 - 12.2023

Practical Nursing -

Durham College

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