Kulwinder Kaur
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment and medication administration. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
To seek and maintain position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell Retirement Residences
Hamilton, ON
05.2022 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance when required.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
Personal Support Worker
Chartwell Retirement Residences
Hamilton, ON
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Conducted light housekeeping duties to maintain a clean and comfortable living space for patients.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Facilitated mobility assistance for patients requiring help with transfers or ambulation.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Documented vitals, behaviors, and medications in client medical records.
- Implemented strategies for managing challenging behaviors in dementia patients, creating a safe environment for all involved.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications.
- Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
- Provided staff coaching, mentoring, and consultation to enhance performance and professional development.
Food Service Supervisor
A&W
Hamilton, ON
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Kept guest and work areas clean, organized, and sanitized per established standards.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently managing food service operations and maintaining a clean environment.
- Ordered new supplies and food to maintain service levels.
- Boosted employee morale by providing ongoing training, support, and performance feedback to staff members.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
- Monitored food inventory and supplies to prevent waste.
- Addressed customer complaints with professional demeanor and used communication and problem-solving skills to resolve issues.
- Disciplined and motivated staff to achieve challenging objectives in fast-paced culinary environments.
Student Registered Nurse
Lord Mahavir Civil Hospital
Ludhiana, Punjab, India
12.2016 - 03.2017
- Streamlined communication among team members by effectively utilizing electronic health records and documenting pertinent patient information.
- Acted as a liaison between medical staff, patients, and families to facilitate clear communication channels across all parties involved in the caregiving process.
- Participated in the development of evidence-based nursing interventions, contributing to improved clinical practice.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to infection control protocols.
- Reduced maternal and infant complications by providing appropriate prenatal care and education on healthy pregnancy practices.
- Administered medications as prescribed under supervision to ensure the well-being of mothers and newborns during labor, delivery, and postpartum stages.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Student Registered Nurse
Vidya Sagar Mental Hospital
Amritsar , Punjab, India
11.2016 - 11.2016
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care for patients with mental health disorders.
- Performed frequent ongoing assessments of patients' status to address changes.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Specialized in caring for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's, implementing validation therapy techniques to enhance communication and create a secure living environment.
Education
Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON04.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha College Of Nursing
Sarabha, Ludhiana, Punjab, India10.2017
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Patient Assessment
- Medication Distribution
- Patient Care
- Maintaining privacy
- Care Plan Development
- Compassion and Empathy
- Medication Administration
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Chart updating
- Insulin medication assistance
- Infection control measures
- Wound Care
- Chart updating
- Insulin medication assistance
Certification
- License - Registered practical nurse
- Standard First Aid CPR C AED With BLS (HCP)
- N95 Mask Fit
Languages
English
Punjabi
Hindi
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Chartwell Retirement Residences
05.2022 - Current
Personal Support Worker
Chartwell Retirement Residences
12.2021 - 05.2022
Food Service Supervisor
A&W
10.2018 - 10.2021
Student Registered Nurse
Lord Mahavir Civil Hospital
12.2016 - 03.2017
Student Registered Nurse
Vidya Sagar Mental Hospital
11.2016 - 11.2016
Mohawk College
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Shaheed Kartar Singh Sarabha College Of Nursing