Melody Busuttil RPN
Kemptville,ON
Summary
Seasoned Registered Practical Nurse with expertise in Community care.
Works effectively within interdisciplinary teams to develop, implement and adjust interventions.
Diplomatic and tactful with both professionals and nonprofessionals while dealing effectively with a wide variety of people.
Able to handle conflicts successfully by quickly analyzing a problem and develop an effective response.
Speaks persuasively and articulately.
Listens carefully and accurately.
Computer skills include - MS Office, internet and email
Ability to learn new skills quickly, efficiently and accurately
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Bayshore Home Health
10.2020 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and supporting colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, enabling them to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
- Served as an advocate for patients' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Worked with the multidisciplinary team to successfully plan treatment for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
Registered Practical Nurse
Carefor Health and Community Services
01.2017 - 10.2020
- Wound care trained via Wound Care 101 program
- Problem solving individual care needs for clients
- Regular communication with clients, family, doctors, CCAC and interpersonal health teams involved
- Problem solving to maintain best outcomes
- Palliative Visit nursing care and symptom management
- Assessments
- Health Teaching to family, client and unregulated staff
- Support clients and families
- Liaison with interdisciplinary team
- Documentation: CITH, APR and Supply Requisitions via Goldcare and HPG.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Conducted comprehensive initial assessments of newly admitted patients, collaborating with other healthcare providers to establish a plan of care tailored to individual needs.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance when required.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
Personal Support Worker
Osgoode Care Centre-LTC
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Able to work well under pressure and time constraints
- Ensure safe and healthy environments.
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Assisted clients in maintaining personal hygiene through bathing, grooming, and dressing tasks.
- Maintained accurate records of patient care, progress, and concerns, contributing to effective communication among healthcare team members.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive personal care.
- Monitored patient health status regularly, reporting any changes to the appropriate medical staff.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Developed trust-based relationships with clients through active listening and empathetic communication skills.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Promoted continuity of care by communicating effectively with other Personal Support Workers during shift changes or handoffs.
- Utilized adaptive equipment appropriately when assisting clients with mobility-related tasks or exercises.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and best practices in personal support work.
- Advocated for client rights and autonomy while navigating the complexities of various healthcare system settings.
- Educated family members on best practices for supporting their loved one''s needs at home.
Education
No Degree - Menopause Fitness Specialist
Medfit Classroom
04.2024
No Degree - Medical Fitness Specialist
Medfit Classroom
10.2023
No Degree - Personal Trainer Specialist
CanfitPro
04.2023
CADD Solis VIP Ambulatory Infusion Pump Training -
Algonquin College
01.2016
Basic Foot Care -
Algonquin College
01.2016
LEAP Certificate -
Pallium Canada
01.2016
No Degree - Deans List For Academic Excellence
St. Lawrence College
Brockville, ON06.2016
Qualitative Fit Tester for Filtered Face Pieces & Elastomeric Respirators -
3M
01.2016
Practical Nursing -
St. Lawrence College, Brockville Campus
01.2016
Skills
- Catheter Care
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric Care
- End of life care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Physical Assessment
- Health Promotion
- Patient education and counseling
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Medication and IV administration
- Physical assessments
- Maintaining privacy
- Removing sutures
- Family Education
- Care Plan Development
- Compassion and Empathy
- Long-Term Care
- Infection control measures
- Hospice and palliative care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Patient care planning
- Wound Care
- IV setup
- Palliative care awareness
- Home Health Care
- Intravenous therapy
- Intake and discharge
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound care specialist
- Feeding pumps understanding
- ADL Assistance
- Family planning services education
- Patient Check-Ins
- Managing deadlines
- Oxygen saturation standards
Certification
- CADD Solis Infusion Pump Training, 2017-Present
- Certified CPR HCP, 2017-Present
- Active Member of RPNAO and CNO, 2017-Present
- Palliative Canada, LEAP Certificate, 2017-Present
- MAID training, active in community, 2017-Present
- Wound Care 101, 2017-Present
- Compression Training (Coban/Edemawear/Tubigrip), 2017-Present
Personal Information
Title: RPN
References
Available Upon Request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- WeRPN
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Bayshore Home Health
10.2020 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Carefor Health and Community Services
01.2017 - 10.2020
Personal Support Worker
Osgoode Care Centre-LTC
01.2002 - 01.2005
No Degree - Menopause Fitness Specialist
Medfit Classroom
No Degree - Medical Fitness Specialist
Medfit Classroom
No Degree - Personal Trainer Specialist
CanfitPro
CADD Solis VIP Ambulatory Infusion Pump Training -
Algonquin College
Basic Foot Care -
Algonquin College
LEAP Certificate -
Pallium Canada
No Degree - Deans List For Academic Excellence
St. Lawrence College
Qualitative Fit Tester for Filtered Face Pieces & Elastomeric Respirators -
3M
Practical Nursing -
St. Lawrence College, Brockville Campus
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