Leah Rose Kovacs
Summary
Devoting my career to dermatology nursing, I am committed to advancing patient care, especially in Atopic Dermatitis and Vitiligo. I appreciate Incyte Canada's proactive approach in understanding the unique needs of Canadian Dermatology nurses. Eager to contribute to the advisory board, I bring awareness to distinct learning needs and counseling roles, aiming to enhance our understanding of challenges and opportunities in our field.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Team Lead and Licensed Practical Nurse
Rejuvenation Dermatology – Calgary North
08.2021 - Current
- Oversaw scheduling for a team of 25+ nursing staff and managed procurement of medical and cosmetic supplies from reputable vendors.
- Created policies and procedures for sterilization and reprocessing, significantly contributing to NHSF Accreditation preparation.
- Played a pivotal role in onboarding new staff, arranging training with pharmaceutical and product representatives, conducting interviews, and overseeing employee reviews.
- Established and maintained partnerships with biologic companies and their field case managers to optimize patient onboarding and treatment initiation.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rejuvenation Dermatology – Calgary South and North
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Collaborated closely with dermatologists and general practitioners, providing comprehensive patient care in medical, surgical, and cosmetic settings.
- Acquired hands-on experience assisting with Mohs surgery alongside Dr. Danny Guo and Dr. Jeffrey Dawes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in sterilization and reprocessing of medical equipment.
- Cultivated a keen interest in biologic treatments (IL-17, IL-23 etc.), focusing on conditions like AD, PSO, and various other dermatological conditions.
Licensed Practical Nurse
South Health Campus – Unit 58 (Clinical Neurosciences)
05.2017 - 02.2021
- Ensuring safe patient care through the implementation of patient and family-centered care principles.
- Operating within the full scope of practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), leveraging expertise to optimize patient outcomes.
- Active participation in the Wound Care working group and the Elder Friendly working group, demonstrating commitment to specialized areas of nursing.
- Completion of Seizure Monitoring Unit (SMU) training, attaining proficiency in monitoring and managing patients with seizure disorders.
- Leadership role in the Flu Champions program during the 2019 and 2020 flu seasons, including spearheading efforts on my home unit in the 2020 flu season.
- Successfully held a one-year temporary full-time position from December 2019 to January 2021, showcasing dedication and consistency in delivering quality nursing care.
Education
Practical Nurse Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB06.2017
Skills
- Critical thinking
- Cosmetic procedures assistance
- Organizational skills
- Dermatologic surgery assistance
- Patient education
- Attention to detail
- Equipment Sterilization
- Staff Training and Development
- Team Leadership and Motivation
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with AbbVie to spearhead an impactful education series for my team, focusing on AD and PSO, delving into their comprehensive disease states and the array of treatment options available. This initiative not only empowered my staff with crucial knowledge but also afforded me the opportunity to guide them in utilizing essential assessment tools such as the PASI, EASI, and DLQI.
- With Novartis, I actively engaged in another enlightening presentation for my nursing staff, centered around the intricate subjects of psoriasis and psoriatic arthritis, with a specialized emphasis on the utilization of IL-17s. This session honed in on the pivotal role of nurses in screening PSO patients, utilizing the PEST Screening tool to ensure comprehensive and effective patient care.
Certification
CPR (BLS Provider)
October 2023-2024
Heart & Stroke Foundation
N95 Mask Fitting
April 2022-2024
Alberta Health Services
Medical Device Reprocessing in Community Health Care Settings
April 2022
CSA Group
Medical Device Reprocessing Course
April 2022
Public Health Ontario
Phlebotomy Certificate
September 2018
Bow Valley College
Immunizations Specialty
February 2018
Bow Valley College
Timeline
Medical Team Lead and Licensed Practical Nurse
Rejuvenation Dermatology – Calgary North
08.2021 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Rejuvenation Dermatology – Calgary South and North
02.2021 - 08.2021
Licensed Practical Nurse
South Health Campus – Unit 58 (Clinical Neurosciences)
05.2017 - 02.2021
Practical Nurse Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bow Valley College
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