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Meagan Barry

Newmarket,ON

Summary

Compassionate Registered Practical Nurse that possesses gentle touch and caring attitude centered on treating people with dignity and respect. Expertise in palliative care. Collaborative team player with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Available 20 hours per week, weekends and evenings.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursing Extern

Southlake Regional Health Centre
05.2023 - Current

● Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations and document important health information.

●Interacted with nursing staff and physicians to better understand
treatment options for diseases and acute conditions.
●Assisted nursing team with answering phones and updating medical
charts.
●Followed established departmental guidelines and safety procedures.
●Developed strong interpersonal and communication skills by
collaborating with all types of personalities in various situations.
●Supported the needs of 10+ patients in the MSK and MCC working in a team environment.
●Supported daily hygiene needs of 30+ patients by assisting with
bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.

Personal Support Worker

Southlake Residential Care Village
09.2019 - Current
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.

Personal Support Worker

Wecare / CBI Home Health
06.2010 - 09.2019
  • Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
  • Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
  • Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Assisted patients with bathing, grooming, dressing, and oral hygiene care both in private residences and facilities.
  • Maintained strong connections within caregiver community to gain continuous knowledge.

Education

Diploma - Registered Practical Nurse

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON
01.2024

Diploma - Personal Support Worker

Huron Heights Secondary School
Newmarket, ON
2010

Skills

  • Completed 450 clinical hours on the Surgical/Musculoskeletal Unit at Southlake
    Hospital
  • Deliver Exceptional Care
  • Client Records Management
    Continuous Development and eger to learn
  • Patient Care Focused
  • Calm Under Stress
  • Behavior Redirection
  • CPR Trained

Timeline

Nursing Extern

Southlake Regional Health Centre
05.2023 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Southlake Residential Care Village
09.2019 - Current

Personal Support Worker

Wecare / CBI Home Health
06.2010 - 09.2019

Diploma - Registered Practical Nurse

Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology

Diploma - Personal Support Worker

Huron Heights Secondary School
Meagan Barry