Lynette Fertuck
Fort St. John,BC
Summary
I am a skilled and experienced Nurse who has been dedicated to my Health Authority, interdisciplinary staff and community. As a Nurse I have been successful on many fronts and feel confident that I can bring continued success to another employer.
Overview
45
45
years of professional experience
Work History
Cmmunity Health Nurse
FNHA
Ft. St. John, BC
01.2024 - Current
- Assisting with development of educational materials related to community health topics.
- Participation in community outreach activities, providing health screenings at local events.
- Counselling patients regarding lifestyle changes needed for improved health outcomes.
- Monitoring patients' progress by collecting vital signs such as height, weight, blood pressure and pulse rate.
- Educating patients about their diseases, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Collaborating with other healthcare providers to ensure quality patient care is delivered in a timely manner.
- Providing immunizations according to established protocols, while ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
- Assessing patients' needs and developing care plans to address identified issues..
- Developing and implementing health education programs for individuals and families to promote healthy lifestyles.
Agency Nurse
Solutions Staffing
Prince George, BC
01.2023 - Current
- Communicated with patients to determine need for assistance and support.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and a culturally sensitive environment.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to seek additional assistance.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for patient care.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System and Electronic Health Record systems.
- Reviewed critical pathway and multidisciplinary plan of care to execute prescribed interventions.
Team Leader
Northern Health Authority
Fort Nelson, BC
06.1998 - 08.2022
- Initiated and Managed a Primary Care Team Model of Care
- Supervised and led a Primary Care Team of 15 interdisciplinary staff members
- Recruited, interviewed, hired and coached employees and promoted a high level of quality client centered care
- Collaborated with Primary Care Providers, Local Health Service Administration and Local and Regional Health Care Leaders
- Reviewed Accreditation and Quality Improvement measures
- Organized and implemented mass clinics for patient immunization for pandemic purposes
- Supported nurses through specific training for Home Care, Mental Health and Addiction and Public Health service delivery
- Managed a Health unit site and satellite Health Care site
- Liaised with Professional Health Care Providers in the specialized Health Care Service they delivered to our client base
- Implemented Telehealth for our Service Delivery Area
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Northern Health Authority
Fort Nelson, BC
06.1995 - 06.1998
- Implemented evidence-based and best practice problem-solving interventions to establish protective measures for suicide prevention and self-harm.
- Collaborated with treatment and service providers using interprofessional interdisciplinary team approach for continuity of care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
Registered Nurse
University Hospital
Saskatoon, Sask.
01.1994 - 09.1994
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate a safe and clean patient environment.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Nursing Assistant
Medical Clinic
Borden, Sask.
05.1979 - 12.1990
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Observed for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient conditions and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Documented nursing assessments, treatments and follow-up care to maintain patient safety and optimize workflow.
- Reported environmental risks or equipment malfunctions to supervisor.
- Demonstrated respect and regard for dignity of patients, families and fellow employees to promote professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Education
Contraceptive Management
BCIT
Vancouver, BC03.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Victoria
Victoria, BC05.2007
High School Diploma -
Radisson High School
Radisson, SK06.1975
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Diploma Psych Nursing
Douglas College
New Westminster, BCSome College (No Degree) - Diploma Nursing
SIAST
SaskatoonSome College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant
SIAST
SaskatoonSome College (No Degree) - Pelvic Exam Course
BCIT
VancouverSkills
- Leadership skill and experience
- Work Planning, Prioritization and Organization
- Coaching, Mentoring and Compliance of staff
- Program Development and Evaluation
- Consultation, Collaboration and Referrals
- Client centered assessments, health teaching and treatment Planning
- Virtual collaborative work with clients and specialists
Timeline
Cmmunity Health Nurse
FNHA
01.2024 - Current
Agency Nurse
Solutions Staffing
01.2023 - Current
Team Leader
Northern Health Authority
06.1998 - 08.2022
Mental Health Registered Nurse
Northern Health Authority
06.1995 - 06.1998
Registered Nurse
University Hospital
01.1994 - 09.1994
Nursing Assistant
Medical Clinic
05.1979 - 12.1990
Contraceptive Management
BCIT
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Victoria
High School Diploma -
Radisson High School
Some College (No Degree) - Advanced Diploma Psych Nursing
Douglas College
Some College (No Degree) - Diploma Nursing
SIAST
Some College (No Degree) - Nursing Assistant
SIAST
Some College (No Degree) - Pelvic Exam Course
BCIT
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