Leesa Konecnik
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional prepared for responsibilities in clinical setting, specializing in patient care and dialysis treatment procedures. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving outcomes, consistently adaptable to evolving needs. Skilled in patient assessment, care planning, and administration of dialysis, with compassionate and reliable approach valued by employers.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2001 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Assisted in patient assessments and contributed to care planning processes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Educated patients on health management and preventive care strategies.
- Maintained accurate patient records using electronic health record systems.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance clinical skills and knowledge base.
- Supported nursing staff with routine tasks while adapting quickly to changing environments.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Administered peritoneal dialysis treatments, ensuring patient comfort and adherence to protocols.
- Monitored patients' vital signs and assessed response to therapy for optimal care delivery.
- Educated patients and families on peritoneal dialysis procedures and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices in peritoneal dialysis management and patient care.
- Continually updated clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities, ensuring evidence-based practice in patient care.
Clinical Coordinator RN
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2015 - 10.2021
- Coordinated patient care initiatives to enhance clinical outcomes and streamline communication among healthcare teams.
- Analyzed clinical data to identify trends, driving quality improvement projects within the department.
- Managed scheduling and resource allocation, improving operational efficiency across nursing units.
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, individualized care plans, and timely interventions.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, providing guidance on clinical skills, critical thinking abilities, and best practices.
- Prioritized urgent/emergency situations appropriately while also balancing routine care needs of patients.
- Coordinated, monitored, assigned, and documented patient and clinical care activities.
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK06-1997
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Nursing staff leadership
- Chronic disease management
- Staff supervision
- Administering immunizations
Timeline
Peritoneal Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
10.2021 - 08.2022
Clinical Coordinator RN
Saskatchewan Health Authority
04.2015 - 10.2021
Dialysis Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority
05.2001 - Current
Diploma - Nursing
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
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