Melissa Grant
Langley,BC
Summary
Several years of experience in complex care caring for individuals at end stage diseases including diabetes, dialysis, dementia, cancer, heart failure. Experienced in fostering positive workplace relationships and ensuring effective communication between union members and management to support safety and patient care.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Regional Executive Lobbyist
BC Nurses Union
Burnaby
09.2024 - Current
- Educated local government leaders regarding minimum-nurse-patient-ratios in Victoria MLA meet/greets, 1:1 meetings with city mayors, town council meetings, Local Government Association gatherings.
- Worked on the Simon Fraser Executive team, visited and educated members at hospitals/facilities regarding union rights.
- Presented various topics about nursing advocacy at steward and regional meetings.
- Served as steward of the region for Simon Fraser- Maple Ridge, Pitt Meadows, Burnaby, New Westminster, Port Coquitlam, Port Moody, Coquitlam
BCNU Steward
BC Nurses Union
Burnaby
07.2022 - Current
- Coordinated communication between union members and management to address and resolve workplace issues.
- Guided members in understanding rights and benefits under union agreements, ensuring clarity and compliance.
- Mediated conflicts between staff and management, fostering a collaborative and positive work environment.
- Provided vacation coverage for the Steward at Large position across long-term care, corrections, and affiliated sites in the Simon Fraser Region.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawthorne Seniors Care Community
Port Coquitlam
03.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and therapies in accordance with physicians orders.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive patient care and address evolving health needs.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output, glucose levels, and medical test results to identify changes in patient health status.
- Assisted with daily living activities, ensuring resident comfort and dignity.
- Documented patient care activities in electronic health records.
- Educated residents and families regarding end of life transitions.
- Worked as LPN supervisor when RCC/RN/management was not on site.
Occupation Health and Safety Representative
Hawthorne Seniors Care Community
Port Coquitlam
02.2022 - 09.2024
- Conducted regular safety audits to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to address safety concerns.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness among employees and residents.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Academic Foundations
Douglas College
Coquitlam, BC 01.2026 - 01.2029
Certificate - Level 1 First Aid With CPR/AED
St. Johns Ambulance
New Westminster, BC06.2023
Certificate - Peritonal Dialysis
Hawthorne Seniors Community Care
On Site Training04.2022
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, British Columbia01.2017
Skills
- Medication administration
- Critical thinking
- Safety compliance
- Empathetic and compassionate
- Direct patient care
- End-of-life care
- Geriatric care
Timeline
Bachelor of Science - Academic Foundations
Douglas College
01.2026 - 01.2029
Regional Executive Lobbyist
BC Nurses Union
09.2024 - Current
BCNU Steward
BC Nurses Union
07.2022 - Current
Occupation Health and Safety Representative
Hawthorne Seniors Care Community
02.2022 - 09.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse
Hawthorne Seniors Care Community
03.2017 - Current
Certificate - Level 1 First Aid With CPR/AED
St. Johns Ambulance
Certificate - Peritonal Dialysis
Hawthorne Seniors Community Care
Diploma of Practical Nursing -
Vancouver Community College