Makayla Smith
Registered Practical Nurse
Etobicoke,ON
Summary
Compassionate registered practical nurse with a strong track record of productivity and efficient task execution. Demonstrates exceptional communication, empathy, and teamwork skills to enhance patient outcomes. Adapts swiftly to dynamic environments while prioritizing patient care under pressure
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Acute Medicine - Registered Practical Nurse
North York General Hospital
North York , ON
05.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with interprofessional members to develop personal patient care plans.
- Assessed, monitored, and evaluated patients' health status, reporting condition changes to physicians or supervisors.
- Administered medications and treatments (oral, IV, enteral), while monitoring for reactions and side effects.
- Completed daily assignments and activities of daily living for 6+ patients, ensuring safety that aligns with hospital values.
- Maintained accurate medical records according to hospital policies and procedures.
- Provided wound care, dressing changes, and skin integrity checks, while following infection control protocols.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge protocols.
Clinical Extern Peer Coach
North York General Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), such as bathing, grooming, and mobility, promoting comfort and independence.
- Maintained accurate and timely patient documentation, reporting changes in patient conditions to support nurses in their decision-making.
- Provided mentorship, clinical knowledge, best practices, and personal experience to enhance the learning process of new clinical externs.
- Provided detailed feedback and progress reports to the clinical educators for the future development of the program.
Education
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
Centennial College
Scarborough, ON12.2024
Skills
- Physical assessment
- IV therapy management
- Wound Care
- Infection control
- Time management and critical thinking
- Medical terms, techniques, and concepts
- Electronic medical record systems (Cerner and Epic)
Certification
- Registered with the College of Nurses in Ontario (CNO)
- Standard First Aid 11/2026
- CPR Basic Life Support 08/2026
Timeline
Acute Medicine - Registered Practical Nurse
North York General Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Clinical Extern Peer Coach
North York General Hospital
10.2023 - 05.2025
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
Centennial College
Clinical Experience
Center of Addiction and Mental Health
Clinical Placement Student Nurse, 09/ 2024 - 12/ 2024
- Ensured adherence to prescribed treatment plans by administering psychotropic medications and managing potential side effects.
- Performed comprehensive mental status assessments, behavioural observation, and suicide risk assessments.
- Completed thorough patient admissions and discharges, including health history documentation, care plan initiation, and discharge package summaries.
- Establish therapeutic-client relationships through empathetic and non-judgmental communication, fostering a supportive environment for recovery.
- Assisted in psychiatric emergencies and de-escalation of potentially volatile situations.
St. Joseph's Hospital
Clinical Placement Student Nurse, 9/2023 - 12/ 2023
- Utilized objective signs, symptoms, and subjective data to assess patient conditions
- Implemented a variety of therapeutic interventions, such as ambulation assistance, O2 therapy, tracheostomy care, repositioning, and wound care.
References
References available upon request.
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