Lydia Temraz
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
05.2023 - Current
- Provide direct quality care to patients including daily monitoring, recording and evaluating of medical conditions
- Educate patients and their caregivers regarding diagnosis, medication, lifestyle changes etc.
- Communicate and collaborate with healthcare providers to provide best patient care
- Insert IV & HDC lines, Indwelling catheters, NG tubes
- 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.
- Accessing, drawing blood from and discontinuing central lines
- Prepare patients for procedures and imagings
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Administration of blood products
- Administration of PPN, TPN, and tube feeds
- Provided emotional support for patients facing serious diagnoses or end-of-life decisions, fostering trusting relationships with both patients and their families.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
- Charge nurse experience
Licensed Practical Nurse (part-time)
Shepherds Care Foundation
09.2019 - 05.2023
- Carried out assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of client's care
- Processed residents admission and discharge
- Performed fall, pain, covid19, skin and wandering risk assessments upon admission and when needed
- Administered medications 'oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, patches, sublingual etc...'
- Changed wound dressings as per wound care protocol
- Communicate with families regarding concerns and new medications
- Processed physician orders and clarify them when needed
- Supervised unregulated and regulated health care aids
- Carried out procedures such as wound care, catheterization and colostomy care
- Provided palliative and end of life care with family support as needed
- Communicated and collaborated with interdisciplinary team members 'nurses, physicians, pharmacists, physiotherapist, occupational therapists, dieticians etc...'
- Ensured the recording and safe keeping of all medications including narcotics
Licensed Practical Nurse (casual)
Brylu Staffing Inc.
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Covered LPN shifts in different home care facilities in Edmonton
- Processed resident admission and discharge
- Administered medications 'oral, intramuscular, subcutaneous, patches, sublingual etc...'
- Changed wound dressings as per wound care protocol
- Communicated with families regarding concerns and new orders
- Processed physician orders and clarified them when needed
- Supervised unregulated and regulated health care aids
- Communicated and collaborate with interdisciplinary team members 'nurses, physicians, pharmacists, physiotherapist, occupational therapists, dieticians etc...'
- Ensured the recording and safe keeping of all medications including narcotics
Registered Nurse
Rafik Hariri University Hospital
03.2009 - 06.2015
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patients health status
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Inserted intravenous lines, Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes; performed complex wound care; monitored various drainage devices
- Provided pre and post operative care
- Provided palliative care for people with end of life care
- Educated patients on self-care techniques such as wound management, medication administration, and lifestyle modifications to promote long-term wellness.
- Documented the plan of care using identified nursing diagnosis, expected outcomes and nursing interventions
- Educated patients regarding medications, procedure and treatment, pre and post operative care instruction
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Assisted with bedside procedures such as lumbar punctures, and chest tube placements by ensuring proper equipment set-up and maintaining aseptic technique.
- Ensured and promoted a safe working environment
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented complications for post-operative patients through careful monitoring, early detection of issues, and prompt intervention when needed.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
- Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
Registered Nurse
Zahraa University Hospital
11.2006 - 03.2009
- Performed assessment and provided treatment for an average of 8 patients
- Handled postpartum care " lochia amount and color, fundus of the uterus, first void"
- Monitored fetal heart rate and uterine contractions and recorded information
- Processed physicians' orders and clarified as needed
- Administered oral, IV, IM and SC medications and monitor for side effects
- Monitored women admitted for the treatment of pregnancy related illnesses (anemia, preeclampsia, eclampsia, gestational diabetes, placenta abruption etc.)
- Provided pre and post operative care " C section, ovarian cystectomy, hysterectomy etc."
- Assessed surgical wounds and performed dressings as needed
- Provided patient/family education as well as discharge planning
- Documented patient history, progress notes, discharge notes and transfer notes
- Mentored newly hired nurses and nursing students
- Inserted intravenous lines, Foley catheters, and nasogastric tubes
- Educated patients regarding medications, procedure and treatment, pre and post operative care instruction, and breastfeeding
- Enhanced interdisciplinary communication by collaborating closely with physicians, midwives, and other healthcare professionals in managing the care of obstetrics and gynecology patients.
- Reduced risks during childbirth by efficiently monitoring fetal heart rates, maternal vital signs, and cervical dilation progress.
- Expedited triage process for incoming patients experiencing potential obstetrical emergencies such as preterm labor or preeclampsia symptoms.
- Facilitated smooth recovery for postpartum patients through timely wound care management, breastfeeding support, and emotional counseling when needed.
- Assessed infant health directly after birth using APGAR and monitored health for specified amount of time for any changes in status.
- Coached new mothers with breastfeeding techniques, postpartum self-care and infant care to promote easier transition into motherhood.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Education
Bridge To Canadian Nursing Certificate - Bridge To Canadian Nursing
Mount Royal University
Calgary, None03-2023
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Acute care expertise
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
French
Limited Working
Certification
- BLS for healthcare providers " Heart and Stroke Foundation" August, 2024
- Personal Protective Equipment " AHS eLearning" January 2023
- Mask Fit test Model 1870+ January 2023
- It's Your Move " AHS eLearning" August 2022
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services
05.2023 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse (part-time)
Shepherds Care Foundation
09.2019 - 05.2023
Licensed Practical Nurse (casual)
Brylu Staffing Inc.
06.2019 - 02.2020
Registered Nurse
Rafik Hariri University Hospital
03.2009 - 06.2015
Registered Nurse
Zahraa University Hospital
11.2006 - 03.2009
Bridge To Canadian Nursing Certificate - Bridge To Canadian Nursing
Mount Royal University
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