Martina Solaque
Hamilton,Canada
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Hemodialysis Nurse with four years of experience in providing high-quality dialysis treatment and care to patients with chronic kidney disease. Proven expertise in patient assessment, machine operation, and emergency response. Dedicated to improving patient outcomes through education, safety compliance, and a patient-centered approach to care. Known for a strong work ethic, critical thinking skills, and the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
RN - HEMODIALYSIS
St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Provide dialysis treatment to an average of 6 patients daily, closely monitoring vital signs, fluid balance, and overall patient condition throughout each session.
- Collaborate with a team of nephrologists, nurse practitioners, dietitians, and social workers to develop comprehensive care plans, aligning with each patient’s needs and treatment goals.
- Collects, monitors, and reports on the quality of care outcomes and measures; provides input into the continuous evaluation and improvement of internal quality and safety processes, procedures, and performance measures
- Educate patients and their families on dialysis treatment, dietary restrictions, and at-home care practices to promote self-management and health literacy.
- Functions as a charge nurse and team lead as scheduled.
RPN - COMPLEX CARE
St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2021
MANAGER OF CLINICAL PRACTICE
Bayshore Home Health
05.2018 - 09.2020
RAI-MDS COORDINATOR
Conmed Health Care - Billings Court Manor
04.2015 - 05.2018
CASUAL REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)
City of Hamilton - Macassa Lodge
03.2014 - 06.2017
FULL-TIME REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)
Conmed Health Care - Billings Court Manor
04.2011 - 03.2015
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN) COMMUNITY NURSE
Saint Elizabeth Health Care
09.2011 - 03.2012
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Nipissing University
10.2020
PRACTICAL NURSE DIPLOMA -
Niagara College
06.2011
Skills
- Hemodialysis machine operation and troubleshooting
- Patient assessment and monitoring
- Vascular access management (Fistula, graft and CVC)
- Patient education and support
- Infection control and safety compliance
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation
- Critical thinking and problem-solving
- Team collaboration and communication
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Professional Development
- Member of the College of Nurses of Ontario, with current RN license
- First Aid and CPR Level C+ certification. February 2024
- Nursing care of the hemodialysis patient Mohawk College 2022
- Normal and abnormal kidney function. Mohawk College 2023
- Gentle Persuasive Approach Certified Coach, 05/2018
- Intravenous Therapy, 07/2019
- Canadian MDS Credentials, 2015
- Sexuality and Dementia, 2015
- MDS RAI training, 2014
- PIECES, 2014
- The Fundamentals of Hospice Palliative Care, 2013
- Communications and Psychological Issues in Oncology, 2013
- The Management of Wounds, 2013
- Introduction to Oncology via Mohawk College, 2012
- Coronary Care via Niagara College, 2012
- Best Practices in Symptom Management for Patients who require a Palliative Approach to Care, 2012
- HNHB LTC Council Leadership Program for Nurse Leaders, 2012
- Geriatric Gems - Beyond the Basis, 2012
- Phlebotomy and Venipuncture Certification via Niagara College, 2011
References
- Christine Alexander
St Joseph's Hospital Hamilton.
Hemodialysis Charge Nurse RN.
289-775-8995
- Taylor Vanderby.
St Joseph's Hospital Hamilton.
Registered Nurse. Hemodialysis.
905 -308-0472
- Evan Leroux.
St Joseph's Hospital Hamilton.
Registered Nurse. Hemodialysis.
905-730-9971
Timeline
RN - HEMODIALYSIS
St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2021 - Current
RPN - COMPLEX CARE
St. Joseph's Hospital
08.2020 - 01.2021
MANAGER OF CLINICAL PRACTICE
Bayshore Home Health
05.2018 - 09.2020
RAI-MDS COORDINATOR
Conmed Health Care - Billings Court Manor
04.2015 - 05.2018
CASUAL REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)
City of Hamilton - Macassa Lodge
03.2014 - 06.2017
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN) COMMUNITY NURSE
Saint Elizabeth Health Care
09.2011 - 03.2012
FULL-TIME REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE (RPN)
Conmed Health Care - Billings Court Manor
04.2011 - 03.2015
PRACTICAL NURSE DIPLOMA -
Niagara College
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
Nipissing University
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