Rachel Belanger
Tiny,ON
Summary
Conscientious Practical Nurse offering experience providing comprehensive care in med surg, rehabilitation, complex care and palliative care settings. Work effectively within healthcare teams to develop plans of care and advocate for patients. Recognized for effectively supporting the vision, mission and values of the organization through enrollment in additional education offered through the hospital including care of the deteriorating patient and MAID navigator.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Georgian Bay General Hospital
Midland, ON
09.2020 - Current
- Liaised between patients and doctors, completing comprehensive assessments and recording medical information to achieve recovery goals.
- Assessed and coordinated patient's discharge planning needs with healthcare team members.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Measured and monitored patient vital signs.
- Jumped in to perform individual or team functions when short-staffed or advanced nursing situations required.
- Monitored and observed patients' to accurately record changes in condition and reaction to medications and treatment.
- Partnered with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to formulate individualized treatment plans to deliver high-quality patient care.
- Documented nursing care provided in patients' medical record.
- Monitored and educated nursing students and externs on proper care procedures and prioritization strategy
- Participated in hospital performance activities to improve safety and patient outcomes.
- Reviewed patient reports for accuracy before release.
- Delivered compassionate care to increase comfort and psychological, social and spiritual well-being.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop, implement, and modify individualized plans of care.
- Provided orientation, education and mentorship of nursing students and new staff members.
- Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching to assess understanding of [Type] information provided.
PSW
Villa Care Centre
Midland, ON
09.2013 - 12.2017
- Helped clients maintain daily living standards by assisting with personal hygiene needs.
- Reported concerns to supervisory [Job title] to maintain optimal care for all client needs.
- Recorded client status progress and challenges in logbooks and reports.
- Provided ongoing compassionate patient care for each client.
- Built strong and trusting rapport with clients and loved ones.
- Monitored health and well-being of each client, including any significant health changes.
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Georgian College
Barrie08.2018
BCLS
Current Criminal Reference And VSS
MAID Navigator
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care and Education
- Patient rights advocacy
- Policy and procedure compliance
- Staff Development and Precepting
- Gastrostomy tube care
- Patient Assessment and Care
- Nursing Plan Development
- Charting Medication Administration
- Diabetes management
- Electronic Health Records Management
Affiliations
- Diploma- Practical Nursing with Honours
- Current license and registration with the CNO
- PSW certificate with Honours
- Reflexologist/Reiki Practitioner
- Member, Alumni Association Georgian College
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Georgian Bay General Hospital
09.2020 - Current
PSW
Villa Care Centre
09.2013 - 12.2017
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Georgian College
BCLS
Current Criminal Reference And VSS
MAID Navigator