Martina Townsend
Shag Harbour,NS
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse offering over 22 years of client-focused care and experience. Dependable, proficient and caring with exceptional approach in client support by addressing client needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety and wellness while serving clients of all backgrounds.
Possessing excellent clinical abilities with the objective of supporting every client , support team member and interdisciplinary team member in reaching and maintaining treatment goals and boost outcomes.
Enjoys working effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Organized, hardworking, and enthusiastic candidate with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Eager to secure full-time/ part-time/ casual entry-level Licensed Practical Nurse position. Ready to help team achieve goals by maintaining full-time position that offers professional challenges.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Sanitation Technician
SeaChange Biochemistry
08.2023 - Current
- Completed in-depth cleaning of machinery to protect consumers from contamination and illness.
- Swept, mopped and sanitized facility.
- Cleaned certain pieces daily and maintained weekly, monthly, and semi-annual procedures for less critical lines.
- Washed down facility walls, floors, and doors regularly with cleaning solutions and sprayers.
- Prepared cleaning solutions and equipment in accordance with health and safety standards.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Adhered to all safety and handling guidelines, following MSDS protocols for proper handling and storage of hazardous materials. Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Kept equipment and chemical storage areas clean and tidy, following policies in storing chemicals and safety equipment properly.
- Inspected and monitored assigned areas to proactively address health and safety hazards.
- Maintained detailed records of all sanitation activities.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
Processor
SeaChange Biochemistry
06.2022 - Current
- Submitted paperwork according to procedures.
- Maintained accurate records to enable processor activity and performance monitoring.
- Assessed current systems and identified improvement areas to uplift capabilities.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Kelp Nursery Assistant
SeaChange Biochemistry
06.2022 - Current
- Gathered, filtered and sterilized seawater.
- Sourced sori for spore release.
- Maintained equipment for aquaria, including but not limited to aquaria, tools and filtration systems
- Assisted with spore release from sori.
- Assisted with cultivation of various types of kelp by maintaining correct levels of nutrients, light and oxygen etc. in aquaria.
- Documented kelp growth.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Surf Lodge Nursing Home
08.2001 - 03.2022
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures using aseptic techniques. Documented in medical records.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges. Documented in medical records.
- Documented accurate and complete resident information to address resident's conditions, problems and expected outcomes.
- Routinely managed resident care through monitoring pulse, respiration, blood pressure, oxygen saturation and blood glucose levels. Obtained resident input/output measurements. Documented in medical records.
- Administered controlled narcotics, prescribed medications and injections. Documented in medical records.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide wound care, catheterization and dressing applications. Documented in medical records.
- Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms. Documented in medical records
- Monitored and tracked resident health conditions to report changes to charge nurse and physician. Conveyed resident information to all healthcare staff and providers to help optimize treatment planning and care. Documented in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team providers to address resident needs through effective intervention and care planning. Documented in medical records.
- Gathered lab specimens, ordered testing. Documented in medical records.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives. Documented in medical records.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure. Documented in medical records.
- Reviewed resident history to verify conditions and current medications .Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms. Documented in medical records.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times. Documented in medical records.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities. Documented in medical records.
Education
License Certificate - Licensed Pratical Nursing
NSCC Burridge Campus
Yarmouth, NS08.2000
Skills
- Safe Chemical Handling
- Maintenance Abilities
- Chemical Handling
- Safety Awareness
- Equipment Safety
- Safety Monitoring
- Interpreting Instructions
- Protocol Understanding
- Hazardous Material Handling
- Regulatory Compliance
- Production Support
- Damage Prevention
Timeline
Sanitation Technician
SeaChange Biochemistry
08.2023 - Current
Processor
SeaChange Biochemistry
06.2022 - Current
Kelp Nursery Assistant
SeaChange Biochemistry
06.2022 - Current
Licensed Practical Nurse
Surf Lodge Nursing Home
08.2001 - 03.2022
License Certificate - Licensed Pratical Nursing
NSCC Burridge Campus
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