Maria Penaloza Perez
Concord,ON
Summary
Graduate Registered Practical Nurse and Certified Medical Esthetician with advance training in microdermabrasions, chemical peels, laser hair removal and facials with the knowledge and skills of patient care with the exceptionally good knowledge of the advanced technologies and medicine. Able to relate to patients quickly and work effectively with physicians, peers, and other health care members. Desiring a role in a day or medical spa.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Medical Esthetician
Oser Beauty Bar
08.2023 - Current
- Performed various spa treatments including laser hair removal, facials, and botox and filler assessments
- Maintained work area organized and clean, sanitized equipment between clients
- Ensured outstanding service by providing a friendly welcoming environment, deep product knowledge, honest advice, and prompt response
- Obtained consent prior to treatment, took before and after pictures for all clients, and maintained proper documentation in clients chart post-treatment.
- Maintained detailed records of all performed treatments, aiding in accurate follow-up appointments and tracking progress over time.
- Educated clients on post-treatment care instructions, ensuring optimal results from their procedures.
- Assisted in the development of clinic protocols, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations for safe practice.
Registered Practical Nurse
Simcare Health- St Joseph's Lifecare Centre (Long term care)
05.2022 - Current
- Completed evidence-based resident assessments related to responsive behavior
- Administered prescribed medication, operated medical equipment, and monitored patient information in medical records
- Treated wounds and responded to life-saving situations using nursing standards and treatment protocols
- Provided education and support to patients and their family members
- Provided palliative care for residents if needed
- Maintained documentation meeting CNO standards, medication requirements, and wound care
- Communicated with residents, families, and visitors and resolved concerns
- Coached staff on caring for residents with responsive behavior
- Observed and reported changes in resident's physical and emotional conditions.
Cosmetic Registered Practical Nurse- Mentorship
Whitby Medspa
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Shadowed and assisted physician during aesthetic procedures.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized skincare treatments and recommendations.
- Conducted educational seminars on skincare topics, empowering clients to make informed decisions about their personal care routines.
Registered Practical Nurse
Region of Peel- COVID19 Massive Vaccination Program
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Assisted with set-up of waiting and vaccine areas while following public health guidelines
- Administered vaccines as assigned
- Ensured vaccine cold chain throughout the clinic
- Provided necessary education to clients and addressed questions
- Assessed client's health status and eligibility for immunization as per directive
- Ensured informed consent from clients are obtained
- Documented and provided proof of immunization
- Monitored clients in aftercare for signs and symptoms of adverse reactions
- Ensured proper sanitization of work station, proper hand hygiene, and other public health guidance are in place
- Preloaded vaccines for the clinical day, ensured personal protective equipment is used correctly.
Registered Practical Nurse
Switch Health (Clinic, MRTU, Onsite)- COVID19 testing screening
08.2020 - 03.2022
- Performed administrative duties such as taking patient information, verifying appointments, and checking IDs
- Assisted patients with filling out forms and ensured accurate information
- Collected nasal swab samples for COVID-19 testing
- Followed proper PPE precautions and decontaminated the collection area
- Verified patient's full name, date of birth, and applicant ID
- Updated patient's information in the system
- Completed encounter notes and went through the screening questionnaire with the patient
- Collected bilateral anterior nasal swab samples
- Followed proper specimen handling procedures
- Decontaminated the collection area before proceeding to the next patient.
Registered Practical Nurse
Paramed Toronto Central - Home Health Nursing Care
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Obtained informed consent prior to and throughout service
- Showed respect for cultural needs, dignity, privacy, and confidentiality of clients
- Worked collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team
- Provided ethical and safe nursing care to ensure the personal safety of clients
- Used appropriate assessment tools/techniques to assess clients regarding physical, emotional, spiritual, cultural, cognitive, developmental, environmental, and social needs
- Provided nursing care such as wound care, diabetes care, medication adherence education, tracheostomy care, and assistance with digital disimpaction and enema administration
- Completed documentation in a timely and organized manner
- Engaged clients using a collaborative approach, building rapport and trust, achieving a mutual understanding and agreement to identify actual and potential client healthcare needs, strengths, capacities, and goals
- Established and maintained appropriate professional boundaries with clients and the healthcare team.
Practical Nurse Student
Extendicare Bayview
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Obtained samples for urinalysis and stool samples
- Followed isolation precautions and infection control procedures
- Provided behavioral and emotional support, companionship, and supervision for those with dementia and high risk for falls
- Provided treatment for residents such as wound care, post-fall assessment, skin assessment, injections, and positioning therapy
- Administered medication on a daily basis
- Documented any changes in the resident's behaviors or status during the shift
- Participated actively in shift change report.
Practical Nurse Student
Credit Valley Hospital- General Medicine Patient Care Unit
09.2019 - 12.2019
- Educated patients and family members on home care
- Worked with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care
- Documented medical histories, concerns, and changes in patient's condition
- Experienced using Meditech software
- Transported patients to medical procedures
- Made accurate observations of a patient's conditions during treatments and procedures
- Carried out procedures in a safe, timely, and efficient way.
Practical Nurse Student
McCall Centre for Continuing Care
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Performed basic duties such as feeding, bathing, recording vital signs, measuring food & liquid intake, and detecting signs & symptoms such as bruises, wounds, and blood in urine
- Assessed patients' needs, provided treatment, and developed nursing diagnosis for minor illness and injuries
- Conducted daily head-to-toe assessments
- Provided activities for daily living and assisted with ROM exercises for residents
- Performed oral suctioning for patients as needed.
Co-op student
Villa Colombo
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Planned and implemented meaningful activities which meet the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of the residents
- Escorted senior citizens from their rooms down to the main floor of the elderly home and into the chapel
- Volunteered for meals on wheels
- Set up for daily activities, served and fed the residents when needed
- Had one-to-one sessions with residents and assisted them through music therapy.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Esthetics For Nurses
Centennial College
TORONTO, ON07.2023
Practical Nursing -
Humber College
ETOBICOKE, ON06.2020
Degree -
Madonna Catholic Secondary School
NORTH YORK, ON06.2018
Skills
- Patient treatment
- Medical Spa Operations
- Facial Treatment Knowledge
- Record Keeping Abilities
- Microdermabrasion proficiency
- Appointment Scheduling
- Hydrafacial Treatments
- Sanitization
- Relationship building and management
- Customer Consultation
- Spa retail sales
- Social Media Marketing
- Client Needs Assessment
- Chemical facial peels
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Esthetics
- Multitasking and Organization
- Creative Thinking
- Able to safely perform and show understanding of aesthetic procedures including facial, laser treatment, light therapies and injectables
- Client assessment
- Client & Patient Support
- Focus Assessment prior to providing treatment
- Communication
- Interpersonal Skills
- Laser Safety Protocols
Certification
- Registered Practical Nurse, CNO, BJ927493
- Standard First Aid Certificate
- CPR level HCP, 10/29/2022
- Respiratory Mask Fit Certificate, 11/13/2022
- ASIST certificate, 08/12/2019
- Humber 7th Annual Sickle Cell Symposium Learning To Transgress: Creating A Transformative Space to Care, 04/30/2019
Personal Information
Maiden Name: Perez
Jobtitle
Registered Practical Nurse
References
Available upon request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Medical Esthetician
Oser Beauty Bar
08.2023 - Current
Cosmetic Registered Practical Nurse- Mentorship
Whitby Medspa
07.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Practical Nurse
Simcare Health- St Joseph's Lifecare Centre (Long term care)
05.2022 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Region of Peel- COVID19 Massive Vaccination Program
03.2021 - 05.2022
Registered Practical Nurse
Paramed Toronto Central - Home Health Nursing Care
09.2020 - 10.2020
Registered Practical Nurse
Switch Health (Clinic, MRTU, Onsite)- COVID19 testing screening
08.2020 - 03.2022
Practical Nurse Student
Extendicare Bayview
01.2020 - 03.2020
Practical Nurse Student
Credit Valley Hospital- General Medicine Patient Care Unit
09.2019 - 12.2019
Practical Nurse Student
McCall Centre for Continuing Care
01.2019 - 04.2019
Co-op student
Villa Colombo
01.2018 - 06.2018
Associate of Science - Medical Esthetics For Nurses
Centennial College
Practical Nursing -
Humber College
Degree -
Madonna Catholic Secondary School
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