MARY ANNE KIBERD
Timberlea,NS
Summary
Accomplished healthcare professional with extensive experience at Nova Scotia Health Authority, specializing in renal care and program management. Proven leadership and interdisciplinary collaboration skills, complemented by a CNeph (C) certification. Demonstrated success in enhancing patient care quality and fostering team development, with expertise in nursing care planning and the Fresenius 5008 hemodialysis system. Aiming to broaden clinical experience and knowledge within the healthcare landscape.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Manager - Renal Program
Nova Scotia Health Authotirty
Halifax, NS
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
Halifax, NS
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
Halifax, NS
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
Halifax, NS
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
Halifax, NS
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
Halifax, NS
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, Canada05.2017
Bachelor Degree of Arts - Psychology
Saint Francis Xavier University
Antigonish, NS, Canada05.2013
High School Diploma -
Halifax Grammar School
Halifax, NS, Canada06.2009
Skills
- Shadowed in Radiation Oncology
- Infection control practices
- Nursing care planning
- Lab result interpretation
- Team leadership qualities
- Fluid management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Anemia management
- Vascular Access management
- Blood transfusion administration
- Patient education techniques
- BCLS/CPR November 2023
- CNeph (C) - Canadian Nurses Association Certification in Nephrology Nursing December 2021
- Care and Maintenance of Central Venous Catheters (tunneled and non-tunneled)
- Fresenius 5008 hemodialysis system certification
- Clinical Leadership Course September 2021
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 Science - Nursing
University of Prince Edward Island
Bachelor Degree of Arts - Psychology
Saint Francis Xavier University
High School Diploma -
Halifax Grammar School
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