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LAURA-LYNN  REEVES

LAURA-LYNN REEVES

Kenora,ON

Summary

I have been a nurse for 14 years and have worked in a variety of settings such as Lake of the Woods District Hospital, clinic, RAAM, Outreach and Morning Star Medically Managed Alcohol Withdrawal Center. I am currently working full time as a Clinical Care Coordinator at Waasegiizhig Nanaandawe'iyewigamig and as a casual with LWDH.

I was trained as a resource float nurse with the ability to work in the fast pace emergency department, on the chronic care floor, the acute medical surgical floor, the Psychiatric unit, medical ambulance transfers, wound care clinic and pre-operative clinic. I have the ability to engage with patients at all stages in their care. This role provides the opportunity for excellent skill enhancements. I have a certificate in wound care and I am also certified as an advanced diabetic foot care nurse. I have recently taken a course in Trauma Care Nursing, Alcohol Withdrawal Management and Opiate Withdrawal. I have also attended several conferences involving Harm Reduction, Homelessness and Opioid crisis involving Indigenous People. My CPR was renewed April 11, 2024 and I am able to administer naloxone. I have received training for HIV and Hep C. I have taken a wound care course, advanced diabetic foot care and an Immunization Course.

I am a great team member and can work independently as well. I establish rapport with staff and patients easily. I was a police officer for 11 years previously to being a nurse. I worked in Pikangikum as a First Nations Constable for 2 years and then transferred to Kenora OPP. I have a lot of life experience and insight that allows me to connect with my clients and help support them with an holistic approach.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Clinical Care Coordinator Urban

Waasegiizhig Nanaadawe'iyewigamig
Kenora, ON
11.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with other healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses and therapists to coordinate optimal patient care outcomes.
  • Administered medications and various vaccines and performed in-office labs and tests.
  • training and experience with veni puncture
  • Training and experience with Provincial Immunization schedule and experience administering immunization. Including giving high risk immunizations to clients that are immunocompromised - HIV/HEP C
  • wound care
  • learning about Indigenous culture, values and customs
  • SOAP charting on Telus EMR
  • working with Urban outreach and RAAM
  • providing care at our Emergency Shelter, RAAM office, fellowship center and Supportive housing.
  • Driving Outreach/RAAM ambulance and providing care to our most vulnerable clients that are homeless.
  • Providing harm reduction supplies
  • HIV/Hep C training and ordering of POC tests for such
  • Educating staff on HIV and Hep C
  • Attending Kenora HIV Community Meetings

Registered Practical Nurse

Lake of the Woods District Hospital
Kenora, Ontario
06.2010 - Current
  • Observed and carry out physician and nursing orders.
  • Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
  • Educated patients and families on treatment strategies and at-home care.
  • Administered medications, IVs, and injections in accordance with treatment plan directions.
  • Trained new staff on facility policies, procedures and electronic medical record management systems.
  • Assessed patients, recorded vitals, and documented medical histories; evaluated patient responses.Updated and maintained patient charts and communicated changes to nurses and physicians to ensure continuum of care.
  • Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care and continuously evaluate and adapt nursing plan to achieve patient recovery goals.
  • Assisted patients with functional mobility and daily tasks to increase comfort and reduce disability.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Delivered quality care and comfort to patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, pulmonary embolisms and end-stage renal disease.
  • Assessed patients in active drug and alcohol withdrawal and provided interventions to manage physical and psychological withdrawal symptoms.
  • Counseled caregivers and families on end-of-life planning and educated on patient care options.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Updated physicians on patient test results and assisted in developing care plans.
  • Performed blood and blood product transfusions and intravenous infusions to address patient symptoms or underlying causes.

Advanced Diabetic Foot Care Nurse

WNHAC
Kenora, Ontario
10.2018 - 10.2019
  • Assess circulation
  • Assess diabetic ulcers wounds
  • Cut nails
  • Remove ingrown nails
  • Treat fungal infections
  • Diabetic teachings
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Referring to other health care professionals to ensure the best care for the patient.
  • Assisting the patients with how to access the vast medical field and how to advocate for their care.
  • Certified diabetic foot care nurse
  • wound care/foot care dressings
  • doppler for circulation

Police Officer

Ontario Provincial Police
Kenora, Ontario
02.1997 - 09.2006
  • Mediated domestic-related disturbances and protected victims from harm.
  • Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
  • Wrote reports on arrests made, activities performed and unusual incidents observed.
  • Investigative techniques and interviewing witnesses and accused.
  • Traffic accident investigations and reports.Enforced provincial, federal law and municipal laws.
  • Wrote community policing releases for the media.
  • Served active warrants and subpoenas.
  • Worked with the Dare program in schools.
  • Worked with many community committees like Kenora Sexual Assault Center.
  • Prepared cases for trial and appeared and testified in court as a witness.
  • Responded to and investigated security and burglar alarms.
  • Gathered preliminary investigation information as a first responder to crime scenes.
  • Analyzed traffic accidents and general traffic surveys.
  • Directed and controlled crowds at parades, funeral processions and sporting events.
  • Patrolled designated districts in patrol cars, on bicycles and on foot.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen items.
  • Searched vehicles, buildings, homes and property for evidence and stolen property.
  • Made arrests for violations of criminal laws and conducted background investigations.
  • Investigated criminal and traffic offenses.
  • Fostered rapport with school personnel and students to build trust and cultivate communication.
  • Executed search warrants, affidavits and other legal documents.

First Nations Police Officer

Pikangikum First Nations Police
Pikangikum, ON
04.1995 - 09.1997

•Investigated criminal law offences.

•Enforced community based Indian Act and reserve by laws.

•Conducted marine patrols surrounding Pikangikum.

•Court officer for the court days held in Pikangikum.

•Interviewed suspects and witnesses during investigations.

•Interview children techniques.

•Trained as a sexual assault officer with a sexual assault course and domestic violence course.

•Attended all community events.

•Received training in cultural sensitivity and cultural awareness.

•Protecting the public and keeping the peace.

• learning about traditional cultures: the creator, the spirit world, regalia and traditional medicines.

  • Marine boat certified

Education

Diploma - Registered Practical Nurse

Confederation College
2010

Diploma - Police Officer

Ontario Police College
1995

Advanced Diploma - Law & Security Administration

Confederation College
Thunder Bay, ON
06.1994

Diploma - High School

Queen Elizabeth District High School
1992

Skills

  • certification in blood glucose monitoring and demonstrated continuing in BGM through annual certification
  • competent to deliver medications in all clinical settings
  • ability to provide evidence of professional development
  • POC testing urine, BG and urine drug tests
  • injection of medications including Sublicade for Opioid withdrawal
  • able to chart on Medi tech, Telus EMR and paper charting as per CNO guidelines
  • Cultural awareness and sensitivity
  • Sterilization techniques
  • Wound cleaning/care ability
  • Administering blood transfusions and other IV Medications
  • safe swallowing assessments
  • stroke protocols
  • Training new RPN
  • CPI Training
  • WHMIS
  • Body mechanics knowledge
  • CPR/BLS certified April 11, 2024
  • demonstrates effective verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills
  • demonstrates a multidisciplinary approach to patient care
  • reliable attendance record
  • Colostomy care familiarity
  • PICC care
  • TPN
  • Certification in IV Therapy for RPN's with demonstrated ongoing competence
  • Psychiatry and mental health care
  • Diabetes education
  • Problem resolution ability
  • Infection control standards
  • TNCC Course-Trauma Care Nursing Course
  • Alcohol and Opiate Withdrawal Course
  • Ambulatory day clinic
  • Privacy & confidentiality
  • Calm under pressure
  • caring for patients that are withdrawing from alcohol- CIWA scale and Opioid withdrawal COW scale
  • ability to follow all medical directives
  • ability to do EKG for cardiac and non cardiac issues
  • ability to use medi dispence
  • competent member for code blue teams
  • diabetic foot care
  • Immunizations
  • ability to prioritize care based on acuity
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • PEG and NG tubes
  • Use medical directives
  • Chest Tubes/Drain care
  • foley catheter
  • transcribe medication orders
  • post mortem care
  • palliative care
  • ADLS-bathing, toileting, transfers, lifts
  • oxygen therapy
  • bladder scanner

References

Laurel Snyder 1(807)466-3583 Physician at WNHAC/LWDH 

Taffny Weiss - 1(807)464-6445 friend/colleague

Larissa Hrabec - 1(807)464-3197 friend/ colleague

Daniel Dakoutchie - 1(807)464-0574 current colleague on Outreach Team

Timeline

Clinical Care Coordinator Urban

Waasegiizhig Nanaadawe'iyewigamig
11.2022 - Current

Advanced Diabetic Foot Care Nurse

WNHAC
10.2018 - 10.2019

Registered Practical Nurse

Lake of the Woods District Hospital
06.2010 - Current

Police Officer

Ontario Provincial Police
02.1997 - 09.2006

First Nations Police Officer

Pikangikum First Nations Police
04.1995 - 09.1997

Diploma - Registered Practical Nurse

Confederation College

Diploma - Police Officer

Ontario Police College

Advanced Diploma - Law & Security Administration

Confederation College

Diploma - High School

Queen Elizabeth District High School
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