Mae Ann
SK
Summary
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority-Regina Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- 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.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
SHA-Sunset Special Care Home
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- 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.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- 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.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Graduate Registered Nurse
SHA-Sunset Special Care Home
01.2021 - 11.2022
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Demonstrated commitment to professional growth by attending continuing education courses regularly staying up-to-date on best practices in nursing.
- Increased efficiency through accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes using electronic health records.
- Participated in unit-based quality improvement projects that led to enhanced patient safety and satisfaction levels.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with acute illness or chronic conditions, fostering trustful relationships with them throughout their healthcare journey.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by providing thorough discharge education and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by effectively communicating with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
- Utilized critical thinking skills while participating in rapid response and code blue situations, contributing to positive patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Delivered culturally competent care tailored to meet the diverse needs of the patient population served within the facility.
- Supported the implementation of evidence-based practice initiatives, resulting in improved quality of care for patients.
- Developed strong assessment skills through regular monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and diagnostic findings to inform decision-making regarding treatment plans.
- Conferred with RN to identify patient care needs and support and prepare patient admission, transfer or discharge.
- Performed basic procedures and care activities to treat patient physical ailments and emotional needs and fostered collaborative relationship to identify causes, symptoms or explanations resulting in proper diagnosis and appropriate treatments.
- Contributed to achievement of established department goals and objectives by adhering to policies, procedures and quality and safety standards.
- Obtained information from patient interview and observation and documented vital signs, weights and heights to facilitate patient care activities.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bindoy District Hospital
04.2011 - 08.2014
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed caseload of 25 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medina General Hospital
03.2008 - 10.2009
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed caseload of [10] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
- Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
- Promoted a culture of continuous improvement by participating in quality assurance initiatives and making recommendations for process enhancements.
- Provided education on disease management strategies to empower patients in self-care activities throughout their recovery journey.
- Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Orientation To Nursing in Canada For IEN
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Regina, SK08-2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College
Ozamiz City, Philippines03-2007
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Family education
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Nursing staff leadership
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- Medical assessment
- Staff supervision
- Chest pain management
- HIPAA education
- Emergency care
- Administering immunizations
- Health screening
- Cardiac care
- Acute care expertise
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Case management
- Geriatric nursing
- Palliative care awareness
- Call triaging
Date
01/15/23, 01/15/23
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Saskatchewan Health Authority-Regina Urgent Care
05.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
SHA-Sunset Special Care Home
10.2023 - 04.2024
Graduate Registered Nurse
SHA-Sunset Special Care Home
01.2021 - 11.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Bindoy District Hospital
04.2011 - 08.2014
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Medina General Hospital
03.2008 - 10.2009
- CPR/AED Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Associate of Applied Science - Orientation To Nursing in Canada For IEN
Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College
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