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MARY ANNE KIBERD

Timberlea

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager - Renal Program

Nova Scotia Health Authotirty
01.2024 - Current
  • Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
  • Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback to support professional growth of nursing staff members.
  • Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
  • Fostered open communication among nurses through regular team meetings, promoting collaboration and shared decisionmaking.
  • Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
  • Served as a key point of contact between nursing staff, physicians, administration, and other healthcare professionals.
  • Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.

Assistant Manager - Renal Program

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2023 - 01.2024
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
  • Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Assisted in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and onboarding of new employees to maintain adequate staffing levels.
  • Collaborated with the management team to develop strategic plans for business growth and improvement.
  • Promoted teamwork within the workplace by encouraging collaboration among staff members on various project tasks.
  • Enforced program policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
  • Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage.
  • Facilitated clear communication between employees and upper management through regular meetings and updates.
  • Conducted necessary performance management evaluations to ensure safe practice amongst staff.
  • Resolved conflicts among staff members by employing effective communication techniques and seeking mutually beneficial solutions when issues arose.
  • Collaborated with other departments to streamline processes and enhance interdisciplinary teamwork, ultimately improving continuity of care for patients.
  • Assisted in budget management, optimizing resource allocation to maximize patient care quality without compromising fiscal responsibility.

Charge Nurse Renal Dialysis

Nova Scotia Health Authority
03.2021 - 06.2023
  • Comply with Canadian Nurses Association Code of Ethics, Nova Scotia College of Registered Nurses Standard of Practice, NSHA Renal Program goals and vision.
  • Coordinated, tasked and supervised nurses and ancillary staff based on staffing requirements.
  • Coordinates human and material resources to meet patient care needs within budgetary resources.
  • Coordinated and performed patient admissions, transfers and discharges.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare specialists to devise, implement and modify plans of care defining patient outcome goals through ongoing evaluation.
  • Built and maintained strong working relationships between nursing department and other disciplines.
  • Support practices to meet Accreditation standards.
  • Staying in close communication with Manager, Assistant Manager, and other Charge Nurses to ensure smooth flow of the units. As well as looking for feedback as we work in a forever evolving workplace and we are all constantly learning.
  • Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management and appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Supported physicians and consultants with tests and procedures.
  • Delegate appropriate tasks to staff and ensure they have appropriate training and confidence to do so. Which in turn, gives staff a sense of value and importance that creates a positive work environment.
  • Maintaining a safe and clean working environment.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Presenting patient and/or staffing concerns during "Rounds" and safety huddles.

Renal Dialysis Registered Nurse

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2017 - 06.2023
  • Timely and accurate chart updates in Renal Insight
  • Consistent use of aseptic techniques.
  • Update Renal Insight with current vitals, access notes, behavioral observations and medication details.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated Clinical Leads, Nurse Practitioner's and/or Physician's with observations and concerns.
  • Follow strict safety measures, including using the "10 R's" for Medication Administration. (Drug, patient, dose, route, time/frequency, documentation, history/assessment, approach/right to refuse, interaction/evaluation, and education).
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Promptly notifying the appropriate medical practitioner of any problems that occur during dialysis treatments.
  • Working with the Renal Assistant's to ensure that dialysis machines and equipment are set up correctly.
  • Educating patients on dialysis treatment options, kidney disease management, as well as suitable nutrition.
  • Care management and access of CVC's and AVF's/AVG's.
  • Intervening during any time there is a adverse reaction during hemodialysis treatment.

Certified Personal Trainer

Orangetheory Fitness
08.2019 - 01.2023
  • Motivated clients to stay committed to preset fitness goals.
  • Helped clients utilize fitness equipment properly using verbal instructions and demonstrations.
  • Scheduled class times and appointments according to client availability.
  • Stayed up-to-date regarding latest fitness trends and routines.
  • Identified different muscle groups and explained ways to strengthen specific muscles.
  • Adhered to safety standards and utilized first aid during emergency situations to treat injuries.
  • Observed participants during classes, watching for issues and incorrect techniques.
  • Enforced safety rules and procedures to minimize injuries.
  • Created inviting fitness spaces that welcomed and included people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.
  • Recommended modifications of exercises to help participants avoid injuries.
  • Built and continually expanded knowledge and expertise on latest fitness trends and programs and kept class content fresh and interesting.
  • Treated minor injuries and administered first aid.

Porter

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2010 - 08.2014
  • Move patients, equipment and numerous other medical paraphernalia between the various areas of a hospital.
  • Transporting clinical waste and dangerous materials.
  • Transporting important specimens to appropriate areas of the hospital.
  • Transferring the deceased to the morgue.
  • Ensuring the safe movement of medical equipment.

Education

Bachelor Degree of Science - Nursing

University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE
05.2017

Bachelor Degree of Arts - Psychology

Saint Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS
05.2013

High School Diploma -

Halifax Grammar School
Halifax, NS
06.2009

Skills

  • BCLS/ CPR November 2023
  • Clinical Leadership Course September 2021
  • CNeph (C) - Canadian Nurses Association Certification in Nephrology Nursing December 2021
  • Care and Maintenance of Central Venous Catheters (tunneled and non-tunneled)
  • Care and maintenance of arteriovenous fistulas
  • Fresenius 5008 hemodialysis system certification
  • IV insertion and maintenance
  • Venipuncture for blood cultures and blood sampling
  • Care and maintenance of nerve blocks

Timeline

Manager - Renal Program

Nova Scotia Health Authotirty
01.2024 - Current

Assistant Manager - Renal Program

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2023 - 01.2024

Charge Nurse Renal Dialysis

Nova Scotia Health Authority
03.2021 - 06.2023

Certified Personal Trainer

Orangetheory Fitness
08.2019 - 01.2023

Renal Dialysis Registered Nurse

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2017 - 06.2023

Porter

Nova Scotia Health Authority
06.2010 - 08.2014

Bachelor Degree of Arts - Psychology

Saint Francis Xavier University

High School Diploma -

Halifax Grammar School

Bachelor Degree of Science - Nursing

University of Prince Edward Island

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