Lenora Harte Slaney
Witless Bay,Canada
Summary
Dedicated Community Health Nurse with a proven track record at NL Health Services, specialty training in conservative sharp wound debridement and demonstrating exceptional organizational skills. Excelled in interdisciplinary collaboration, ensuring comprehensive support and care for diverse patient populations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Nurse
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
Mount Pearl, NL
03.2021 - Current
- Administer medications and treatments directly to patients following physician prescriptions and instructions and standards of nursing care
- Perform evaluations of patient conditions, administering physical examinations and asking questions regarding mental health and lifestyle factors that impact upon personal and population health and well being
- Develops treatment plans for individual patients, accounting for special needs of patient, physician diagnoses and recommendations and patient's desired outcomes
- Delivers quality care and comfort to patients from ambulatory clinic clientele to palliative care services
- Advocates for patient needs with an interdisciplinary team and implemented the outlined treatment plans.
- Completed the Residential Assessment Instrument (RAI-HC and CA) training, and used this skill to complete assessments for clients in need of home care and assisted living.
- Completed conservative sharp wound debridement training in September, 2024. This training allows for a specialized approach to wound care, focusing in diabetic foot wounds.
Registered Nurse
Public Health Division, Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
10.2021 - 03.2022
- Public Health case management in district, and in COVID-19 pandemic response
- Provide ongoing breastfeeding support to new mothers and their babies in a variety of community settings
- Immunized patients against influenza/COVID-19, as well as maintain primary and school vaccination schedules, to protect vulnerable populations from serious illnesses
- Used facility EMR system to obtain client consent for immunization and update client records
- Helped clients across all demographics understand and feel at ease with vaccines
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
- Worked closely with an interdisciplinary team to provide care in a variety of community settings throughout the region
- Proficient in CRMS for client documentation
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children and Women's Health, Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
06.2004 - 01.2021
- Monitored and recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects for the pediatric population
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care to deliver comprehensive services
- Frequently provided care for children suffering from chronic and acute medical concerns, including asthma, seizure disorders, mental health crisis and trauma
- Communicated with the interdisciplinary team, including physicians, respiratory therapists, and learning staff to implement treatment plans for our clients
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices
- Maintained composure and efficiency during rapid response situation and emergency codes
- Monitored and educated nursing students and new staff on proper care procedures and prioritization of care
- Cared for numerous clients and their families each shift, while delegating assignments and supervising junior team members to handle needs of the emergency department
- Prioritized the care of emergency clients through the Canadian Triage Assessment Tool
- Advanced nursing competencies through participation in simulation exercises
Registered Nurse
Caseroom, Children and Women's Health Program, Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
09.2016 - 04.2017
- Reviewed and tracked progress of mothers in labor, interpreted fetal heart monitor and informed delivering physician of status
- Cared for pregnant women expecting imminent birth and for babies immediately after birth in hospital
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting positive client experiences
Public Health Nurse
Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
04.2008 - 04.2009
- Worked within the Public Health Program to address health needs of families, with emphasis on women and children
Education
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John's, NL04.2004
Skills
- Conservative sharp wound debridement
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Team lead responsibilities
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Public Health Division, Eastern Health
10.2021 - 03.2022
Community Health Nurse
Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
03.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Caseroom, Children and Women's Health Program, Eastern Health
09.2016 - 04.2017
Public Health Nurse
Eastern Health
04.2008 - 04.2009
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Children and Women's Health, Eastern Health
06.2004 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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