Maya Iskander
Oakville,Canada
Summary
Seasoned and dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, showcasing exceptional critical thinking and adaptability. Spearheaded excellent patient care in high-pressure environments, significantly enhancing patient flow and safety. Expert in team collaboration and trilingual communication, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in diverse settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse in ED (Full Time)
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive care in various zones of the emergency department such as High Acuity, Rapid Assessment and Newly admitted patients
- Work within multidisciplinary teams, including physicians and allied health professionals, to optimize patient care
- Assist physicians in minor procedures such as fracture reduction, suturing and cardioversion, among others
- Perform initial assessment and stabilization of incoming patients, learning how to time manage and prioritize patients in a high volume and high acuity environment
- Care for patients in life-threatening situations such as MVCs, cardiac arrests, seizures, and anaphylaxis
- Coordinate transport of critical patients to specialized hospitals such as McMaster Children's Hospital or Trillium Cardiac surgery
- Serve as intake nurse across multiple zones in the emergency department, assessing patient acuity and prioritizing care to provide optimal patient flow and outcomes
- Precept students on rotation, providing support and learning points to further their education
Healthcare Aide (Part Time)
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hospital
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered individualized care to vulnerable populations, such as those with Alzheimer’s and at risk for falls, and assisted them with activities of daily living
- Gained experience across various hospital settings (ALC, ICU, ER, surgery) and employed appropriate mobility aids for patient transfers ensuring safe patient handling
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions to the nursing team, ensuring timely and effective interventions to enhance patient well-being
Pharmacy Assistant (Part Time)
Lakeshore Woods Pharmacy
01.2020 - 04.2021
- Performed standard Pharmacy Assistant duties, including prescription drop-off, order entry, appropriate billing, and medication filling with attention to detail at every step to prevent medication errors
- Conducted inventory management on a daily basis to ensure appropriate medication stock is kept at all times, and ensured accurate medication orders were received and documented
- Learned the many different medication names and dosages, and paid attention to look-alike and sound-alike medications to avoid medication errors and misfills
- Provided excellent customer service, in person and over the phone, by answering patients questions, assisting them with any inquiries/issues and cashing them out
- Performed non-sterile compounding, such creams and oral suspensions, under pharmacist supervision
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing with Distinction, Accelerated Nursing Program
McMaster University
01.2022
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Kinesiology Studies
McMaster University
04.2020
Skills
- Adaptability
- Critical thinking and problem solving
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Organization and attention to detail
- Leadership
- Compassionate care
- Healthcare coordination
School-related Placement Experience
- McMaster Children’s Hospital, Hamilton, ON, 05/21-06/21. Delivered care for patients recovering from surgery, worked with children who have chronic health conditions, provided education and support to families while considering the developmental stages of children, tailored patient care approaches that best meet the patient's individual needs
- Hamilton General Hospital, Hamilton, ON, 09/21-01/22. Provided wound care and dressing application for patients with severe burns, ensured proper use of aseptic technique, assisted in stabilizing and caring for critically ill patients
- Joseph Brant Hospital, Burlington, ON, 01/22-04/22. Performed initial newborn assessment immediately after caesarean deliveries, participated in neonatal resuscitation simulations, provided holistic care to complex patients, counseled new parents in learning essential skills to care for their ill newborns
Certification
- BLS
- PEARS
- PALS
- ACLS
- CPI
- GPA
- Coronary Care 1
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Ontario Nurses’ Association
- Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario
Leadership Experience
- Nursing Peer Tutor, McMaster University, 09/21-01/22. Held tutoring and review sessions before exams for nursing students
- Member of the Events and Trips committee, St. Peter and St. Paul Coptic Orthodox Church, 01/21-Present. Coordinated events for the church's youth such as bible study retreat, outings and carnival days
- President of COCA student club, McMaster University, 05/21-04/22. Organized and oversaw club activities, coordinated bi-weekly meetings, collaborated with Salvation Army for food distribution, acted as a liaison between MSU and members of the club
- Intake Nurse, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital, 01/24-Present. Oversaw all the patients and nursing staff within a designated zone, identified critical cases and facilitated timely interventions
- Nursing Preceptor, Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital 09/24-Present. Precepted a nursing student on rotation, provided orientation and training for multiple new hires
Languages
English
Arabic
French
Timeline
Registered Nurse in ED (Full Time)
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
08.2022 - Current
Healthcare Aide (Part Time)
St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hospital
11.2020 - 08.2021
Pharmacy Assistant (Part Time)
Lakeshore Woods Pharmacy
01.2020 - 04.2021
- BLS
- PEARS
- PALS
- ACLS
- CPI
- GPA
- Coronary Care 1
Bachelor of Science - Nursing with Distinction, Accelerated Nursing Program
McMaster University
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology - Kinesiology Studies
McMaster University
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