Leonie Artz
Cornwall
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Health PEI, enhancing team productivity and operational efficiency through expert data entry and exceptional relationship-building skills. Achieved significant improvements in document organization and patient care outcomes, demonstrating strong multitasking, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to excellence.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
National Rehab Reporting System Coordinator
Health PEI
10.2018 - Current
- Entered data and generated reports
- Improved team productivity with regular communication and progress updates, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall company objectives, fostering a unified approach toward shared goals.
- Boosted team morale and productivity by organizing team-building activities and maintaining open-door policy for feedback and concerns.
- Implemented digital filing system, drastically reducing retrieval times and improving document organization.
- Provided backup to physiatrist clinics- stepping in to assist with various tasks whenever employee was absent, sick leave or at lunch.
- Organized meetings for executives and coordinated availability of conference rooms for participants.
- Trained team members on the 'Functional Instrument Assessment' for a unified way to assess a patient's rehabilitation progress.
Foot Care Nurse
Self Employed
07.2014 - Current
- Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening.
- Optimized time management skills to prioritize tasks effectively and provide consistent attention to multiple patients simultaneously.
- Streamlined documentation processes, ensuring accurate records of patient medical history, treatment plans, and progress notes.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients and families for providing exceptional care, compassion, and professionalism during their healthcare experiences.
- Conducted thorough assessments of patients'' physical and emotional well-being to inform care decisions.
- Educated family members on proper caregiving techniques, fostering improved patient outcomes at home.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care.
- Delivered high-quality wound care management, minimizing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Served as a mentor for new nursing staff members, sharing knowledge and guidance regarding facility policies, procedures, and best practices.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and infection-free environment for all patients in the facility.
- Demonstrated proficiency in utilizing electronic health records systems for accurate data entry and timely information retrieval.
- Implemented best practices in fall prevention strategies, significantly reducing the number of falls among assigned patients.
- Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
- Demonstrated clinical competence in administering care to support physician orders, nursing care plan and policies.
- Participated in service education programs, patient care conferences and staff meetings to advance knowledge and foster multidisciplinary communication.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Health PEI
05.2014 - 10.2018
- Improved patient outcomes by administering medications, monitoring vital signs, and documenting relevant information.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Adapted quickly to changing patient needs, adjusting care plans accordingly to ensure optimal outcomes in diverse clinical scenarios.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Educated patients and families on health promotion, disease prevention, and self-care management strategies.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Ensured regulatory compliance by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining accurate documentation of patient data.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering high-quality nursing care tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Contributed to quality improvement initiatives by providing feedback on care processes and patient experiences.
- Conducted regular patient assessments to identify changes in health status, enabling timely interventions.
- Monitored patient reactions to medications and treatments, quickly addressing adverse reactions.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Coordinated with pharmacy staff to ensure accurate medication dispensing, minimizing errors.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team members to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Clearly and thoroughly explained diagnoses, treatment options and procedures to patients and loved ones, checking in to verify understanding.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Education
Licenced Practical Nursing
Holland College
Charlottetown, PE05-2014
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Data entry
- Relationship building
- Decision-making
- Discretion and confidentiality
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Staff supervision
- Information collection
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Clear communication
- Team collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Task prioritization
- Deadline management
- Microsoft office
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Coaching and mentoring
- Phone and email etiquette
- Staff training
Languages
Timeline
National Rehab Reporting System Coordinator
Health PEI
10.2018 - Current
Foot Care Nurse
Self Employed
07.2014 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Health PEI
05.2014 - 10.2018
Licenced Practical Nursing
Holland College
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