Melissa Burzese
Mississauga
Summary
Analytical and strategic RPN and current RN student with exceptional problem-solving and time management skills. Efficient, organized and consistently willing to go the extra mile to meet expectations. Capable of introducing detail-oriented care plans and coordinating patient care via interdisciplinary collaboration. Dedicated to adhering to CNO and facility safety protocols and policies for comprehensive patient care.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Nursing Placement - 1A Surgery
Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital
05.2025 - Current
- Provided care for patients recovering from orthopedic, thoracic, urologic, and gynecologic surgeries, monitoring for complications in a high-acuity setting.
- Built clinical judgment by interpreting labs, recognizing early signs of deterioration, and supporting timely interventions.
- Gained hands-on experience with wound care, drains, pain management, and interdisciplinary teamwork in complex surgical recoveries.
Registered Practical Nurse
Trillium Health Partners
06.2023 - Current
- Provided patient-centered care to individuals with chronic, complex conditions in a continuing care setting, monitoring for changes and supporting daily needs.
- Performed advanced interventions including tracheostomy care, suctioning, enteral feeding, IV meds, and wound/JP drain management.
- Collaborated with care teams to implement individualized plans while ensuring compassionate communication and smooth transitions.
First Aid and Safety Advisor
Independent Employer
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Provided healthcare-related aid on multiple independently run entertainment film sets.
- Maintained compliance with relevant safety regulations and protocols.
- Provided COVID-19 testing and first-aid care for both staff and actors.
Consolidation - General Medicine
Hamilton General Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed daily rounds, documented vital signs and answered patient-related calls.
- Administered medications and provided care to 5-7 patients per shift.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to design at-home medication guidelines and educated patients and families on correct medication administration.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
Peterborough, ON04-2026
RPN To RN Bridging
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04-2023
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technolog
Hamilton, ON04-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Mcmaster University
Hamilton, ON12-2020
Skills
- Tracheostomy Care and Suctioning
- IV Medication Administration and Monitoring
- Post-operative and High-Acuity Patient Care
- Interpretation of Lab Values and Clinical Trends
- EMR Proficiency (Epic Systems)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Nursing Placement - 1A Surgery
Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital
05.2025 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Trillium Health Partners
06.2023 - Current
First Aid and Safety Advisor
Independent Employer
04.2022 - 01.2023
Consolidation - General Medicine
Hamilton General Hospital
02.2022 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
RPN To RN Bridging
George Brown College
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technolog
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Mcmaster University
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