Lisa Svenningsen
Calgary,Canada
Summary
I am an orthopedic healthcare professional with comprehensive expertise in patient care, splinting, casting, and orthopedic equipment management. Consistently delivering results through strong team collaboration and adaptability to evolving needs. Known for precision, reliability, and excellent communication skills, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and efficient support to medical staff.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Orthopedic Technician
Peter Lougheed Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Working with a variety type of patients in a minor treatment setting
- Wound care
- Application of cast and splints
Licensed Practical Nurse
Foothills Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2025
- Rooming patients
- Use of cast cutter
- Removing staples and sutures
- Application of air casts
- Efficient use of connect care
- Restocking of supplies in clinic
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peter Lougheed Hospital
07.2013 - 10.2023
- Care of acute patients with various orthopedic injuries
- Working closely with other health care team
- Medication administration including oral and IV
- Certified with PICC's and PCA's
- Dressing changes
- Charting
- Flu immunization champion
- Preceptoring of LPN students
Licensed Practical Nurse
Foothills Hospital
12.2004 - 07.2013
- Care for acute patients with various orthopedic injuries
- Working closely with other health care team members
- Medication administration, including oral and IV
- IV initiation
- Dressing changes
- Charting
- Preceptor LPN students
Education
Advanced Education in Orthopedics -
Norquest College
Calgary, AB03.2025
Immunization Certificate -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB09.2013
Intradermal/Intramuscular injections -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB04.2012
Licensed Practical Nurse course -
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB11.2004
Grade 12 Diploma -
Father Lacombe High School
Calgary, AB01.2001
Skills
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Leadership qualities and works well with a team
- Excellent assessment skills
- Reliable and punctual
Languages
English
Professional Working
Additional Information
- Current CPR course up to date
- Immunization certified
- Enjoy recreational activities, such as bike riding and hiking
- Enjoy reading, and cross stitching
- Enjoy learning and retaining new information
Timeline
Orthopedic Technician
Peter Lougheed Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Foothills Hospital
10.2023 - 01.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Peter Lougheed Hospital
07.2013 - 10.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse
Foothills Hospital
12.2004 - 07.2013
Advanced Education in Orthopedics -
Norquest College
Immunization Certificate -
Bow Valley College
Intradermal/Intramuscular injections -
Bow Valley College
Licensed Practical Nurse course -
Bow Valley College
Grade 12 Diploma -
Father Lacombe High School
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