Mackenzie Somers
Sydney,NS
Summary
Attentive nursing professional presenting high level of care, patient assistance and critical thinking during each shift. Considered hardworking and driven. Ready for new opportunity to apply exceptional nursing skills where I am needed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Travel Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections
New Glasgow
05.2024 - Current
- Assessed, monitored and evaluated patient vital signs pre-and post-operatively.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients before, during and after surgical procedures.
- Performed wound dressing changes as needed.
- Educated patients on proper post-operative care instructions including diet restrictions, activity levels, follow up appointments.
- Documented all aspects of pre- and post-operative nursing care accurately in the medical record.
- Recorded patient outcomes, new post-operative prescriptions and other information in patient charts.
- Informed patients, family members and caregivers of physician instructions for post-operative at-home care.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
12.2022 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
06.2021 - Current
- Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
- Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
- Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
Travel Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections
Antigonish
03.2024 - 04.2024
- Assessed and monitored patient conditions using telemetry equipment.
- Performed ECG monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.
- Responded quickly to any changes in patient's condition or vital signs.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians, following established protocols and guidelines.
- Conducted assessments on newly admitted patients.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
10.2020 - 06.2021
- Provided patient teaching and counseling regarding COVID-19 and isolation requirements
- Collected COVID-19 nasopharyngeal specimens
- Worked in collaboration with interprofessional team
- Trained new employees in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety.
Continuing Care Assistant
Northside Homemakers Service Society
North Sydney, NS
03.2019 - 04.2020
- Provided personal care services to patients, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals and snacks for patients according to their dietary needs.
- Assisted with activities of daily living such as toileting, transferring from bed to wheelchair, eating and ambulation.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to patient care areas such as changing linens and cleaning bathrooms.
- Encouraged independence among residents and patients while providing assistance when needed.
- Developed positive relationships with residents and patients through compassionate interactions.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cape Breton University
11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cape Breton University
Skills
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Patient education and counseling
- Professional Bedside Manner
- Wound Care
- Chronic Disease Management
- Culturally-sensitive care
- Mobility Assistance
- Care Planning
- Medical assessment
- Diabetes management
- Chart updating
- Physical assessments
- Care Plan Development
- Immunization skills
- Managing deadlines
- Intake and discharge
- MediTech, Omnicell and Pyxis use
- Treatment Planning
- Evaluations
- Medication Administration
- IV drug therapy management
- SBAR communication
- Flow sheet charting
Certification
- Heart & Stroke Training: BLS Provider
- LEAP Core
- CVAD Certificate
References
- Elaine Kelly, 3A Unit Manager CBRH, Elaine.Kelly@nshealth.ca, 902-567-7819
- Michaela Rudderham, Renal Nurse Educator, michaela.rudderham@nshealth.ca, 902-322-8593
Timeline
Travel Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections
05.2024 - Current
Travel Registered Nurse
Select Medical Connections
03.2024 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
12.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
10.2020 - 06.2021
Continuing Care Assistant
Northside Homemakers Service Society
03.2019 - 04.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cape Breton University
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
Cape Breton University
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