Lai Yee Lam (Niki)
Calgary,AB
Summary
Being a permanent resident of Canada, a valid permit card issued by the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta (CRNA) has been obtained. This permit allows for the practice of registered nursing without any restrictions.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service. Experienced in operating theaters, acute care settings, community health care, and research environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Part-time Research Nurse
The Chinese University Of Hong Kong
09.2022 - 01.2024
- Experienced in collaborating with colleagues from diverse cultural backgrounds in multinational work environment.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Enhanced clinical trial efficiency through meticulous data collection and analysis, ensuring accurate results.
- Maintained extensive documentation of patient progress, treatment plans, and adverse reactions to ensure complete records for future reference and regulatory compliance.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team of researchers and healthcare professionals to plan, implement, and manage clinical research studies.
- Supported prenatal clinic (high & low risk), postnatal clinics and IOL clinic. Managed approximately 50 patients a day in high risk prenatal clinic.
Project Coordinator (health Care)
Hong Lok Health Care Company Limited
02.2019 - 12.2023
- Co-organized community health events with Hong Kong government.
- Events focused on public health services.
- Organized more than 250 events over 4 years. Served population of over 30,000 individuals.
- Events included health check-ups, vaccination events, and health education.
- Health check-ups involved comprehensive assessments and screenings.
- Vaccination events aimed to promote immunization against various diseases.
- Health education sessions covered topics such as chronic disease management, including prevention and management strategies.
- Health education sessions also covered COVID-related topics, such as hand hygiene, infection prevention, and importance of following public health guidelines.
- Established and launched first mobile clinic in local community in Hong Kong.
Full-time Registered Nurse (OR)
Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital
11.2016 - 10.2022
- Assisted surgeons as first assistant during surgical procedures.
- Participated in skin disinfection protocols to minimize risk of surgical site infections.
- Assisted in surgical draping to create sterile field for procedure.
- Collaborated with surgical team to ensure safe and sterile environment.
- Provided necessary instruments and supplies to surgeons during procedures.
- Participated in suctioning to control bleeding during procedures.
- Assisted in tissue retraction to enhance surgical visualization.
- Assisted in holding laparoscopic cameras, maintaining clear view for surgical team.
- Excellent in Obstetrics & Gynecology and plastic surgery.
- Capacity to provide assistance extends to 1 to 4 surgeries per day, with number varying based on complexity of each case. On average workday, two surgeries are typically attended to. Throughout six-year tenure at this hospital, cumulative total of 600 surgeries per year have been successfully assisted, amounting to 3,600 cases in total.
Full-time Registered Nurse (OR)
St. Teresa's Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
- Assess patients prior to surgery (e.g. NPO status) and alleviate their concerns
- Gather all supplies needed for operation
- Assume responsibility of keeping operating room sterilized
- Position and prepare patient on operating table
- Pass medical instruments or other objects to surgeon during operation
- Monitor patient’s vital signs to detect anomalies
- Evaluate patient in postoperative phases
- Adhere to safety standards and precautions
- Assume duties within or out of sterile field as assigned
Education
Master of Science - Biotechnology
THE HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Hong Kong 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Hong Kong10.2016
Associate of Science - Nursing
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Hong Kong09.2014
Skills
- Solid understanding of patient safety and precautions
- Great team player with excellent communication skills
- Quick learner and eager to learn
- Cool tempered with emotional and physical stamina
- Excellent knowledge of aseptic and sterile techniques
- In-depth knowledge of surgical operation procedures
- Proven experience as operating room nurse (circulating and scrub)
- Outstanding organizational ability
Languages
English
Full Professional
Chinese (Cantonese)
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Full Professional
Certification
- Registered Nurse licensed with the CRNA and holding a valid permit to practice
- Valid BLS holder
- Basic GI Endoscopy and CDS Training
- Advanced Infusion Therapy & Safety Venipuncture Techniques
- Certificate in Steam Receivers Operator Course
Timeline
Part-time Research Nurse
The Chinese University Of Hong Kong
09.2022 - 01.2024
Project Coordinator (health Care)
Hong Lok Health Care Company Limited
02.2019 - 12.2023
Full-time Registered Nurse (OR)
Hong Kong Sanatorium & Hospital
11.2016 - 10.2022
Full-time Registered Nurse (OR)
St. Teresa's Hospital
10.2015 - 10.2016
Master of Science - Biotechnology
THE HONG KONG UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
Associate of Science - Nursing
THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY
- Registered Nurse licensed with the CRNA and holding a valid permit to practice
- Valid BLS holder
- Basic GI Endoscopy and CDS Training
- Advanced Infusion Therapy & Safety Venipuncture Techniques
- Certificate in Steam Receivers Operator Course
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