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Liza Pomerleau

Whitby,ON

Summary

Accomplished Registered Practical Nurse enhancing patient outcomes through exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate care. Skilled in medication administration and patient education, I significantly improved health conditions by implementing evidence-based practices. Demonstrated leadership in mentoring nursing staff, showcasing empathy and expertise in patient interactions. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health
07.2023 - 06.2024
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and families fostering trust and rapport.
  • Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Educated patients on disease management strategies, enabling them to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Helped patients complete ADL's
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.

Registered Practical Nurse

Northumberland Hills Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
  • Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
  • Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Monitored patient reactions to treatments and carefully documented findings.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Helped patients complete ADL's.

Registered Practical Nurse

Village of Taunton Mills
02.2008 - 09.2022
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills by prioritizing tasks and delegating responsibilities to nursing staff as needed.
  • Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills which resulted in increased trust between nurse and patient.
  • Managed medication administration, wound care, and other essential nursing tasks for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions by closely monitoring patients'' health and effectively communicating with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to develop and adjust comprehensive treatment plans as needed.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patients under my care.
  • Educated patients and their families on disease processes, medical treatments, and self-care management techniques.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Durham College
Oshawa, ON
10.2007

Skills

  • Proper catheter insertion/removal and maintenance
  • Clinical judgment
  • Geriatric Care/long term care
  • Palliative care and End of life care
  • Physical Assessment
  • Diabetes management
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Mental health care
  • Health Promotion, patient and family education
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Physical assessments
  • Collecting, monitoring and assessing vitals
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Removing sutures
  • Maintaining privacy and confidentiality
  • Care Plan Development
  • Compassion and Empathy
  • IM, SC, IV, ID injections
  • Wound Care, aseptic technique, infection control measures
  • Diabetes and nutrition education
  • Care Planning
  • Chart updating through EPIC and Goldcare
  • Nursing staff leadership
  • admitting and discharge
  • Feeding pumps understanding
  • Procedure preparations
  • ADL Assistance
  • Appointment Scheduling

Certification

Food handler certificate - 2023

BCLS - 2023

Smart Serve - 2024

Timeline

Registered Practical Nurse

Lakeridge Health
07.2023 - 06.2024

Registered Practical Nurse

Northumberland Hills Hospital
10.2022 - 06.2023

Registered Practical Nurse

Village of Taunton Mills
02.2008 - 09.2022

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Durham College

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