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Leanna Snaith

Newcastle,ON

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) 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. Hardworking Paralegal student well-versed in conducting research on applicable laws and regulations and organizing and maintaining documents. Enthusiastic individual possessing up to 60 wpm typing speed and approximately 98 percent proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Long Term Care Facility
Oshawa, ON
01.2005 - 07.2019
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for 26 patients with advanced dementia and Alzheimer's disease.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Educated families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and end-of-life care options.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information
  • Organized and managed floor staff including personal support workers, housekeeping and dietary staff.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies

Durham College
Oshawa, ON

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Durham College
Oshawa, ON

Skills

    • Proficient in MS Office
    • Database Research
    • Document Filing
    • Legal Jargon Knowledge
    • Document Preparation
      • Document Drafting
      • Administrative Support
      • Case Summaries
      • Client Communication

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Practical Nurse

Long Term Care Facility
01.2005 - 07.2019

Some College (No Degree) - Paralegal Studies

Durham College

Some College (No Degree) - Nursing

Durham College
Leanna Snaith