Merlisa Vundhla

Work History

Registered Nurse

Vitalite Health Network-(Veterans Health Centre)

Moncton, NB

04.2024 - Current

Communicate with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Observe and document patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behavior to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Provide support for patients' families during end-of-life care, serving as liaison between healthcare team and loved ones.
Evaluate patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Enhance patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Administer medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Implement evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in significant decrease in patient falls within unit.
Compassionate care to patients in long term care environment including patients with Dementia/ Alzheimer

Registered Nurse

Vitalite Health Network -(George Dumont-Dialysis)

Moncton, NB

11.2023 - 03.2024

Evaluated patients' response to dialysis treatments over time, making necessary adjustments in consultation with nephrologists to optimize outcomes
Reduced infection rates by adhering to strict aseptic techniques and maintaining a clean, sterile environment for dialysis procedures
Provided emotional support to patients and families coping with the challenges of chronic kidney disease, fostering a positive treatment experience
Ensured proper function of dialysis equipment through regular maintenance checks and troubleshooting efforts as needed
Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the unit, fostering open communication channels among staff members
Increased patient adherence to treatment protocols by providing education on the importance of fluid restrictions, dietary guidelines, and medication management
Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and empathy, promoting trust in their healthcare providers
Assessed patients' vital signs before, during, and after dialysis treatments, ensuring prompt intervention in case of any complications
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.

Nursing Student Clinical and Preceptorship- IEN NBCC CRIB

Network- Moncton City Hospital

Moncton, NB

04.2023 - 08.2023

Provide Direct patient care using nursing process
Collaborating with interprofessional team to optimize patient care
Pre-op and post-op care of surgical patents
Administration of medications and monitoring for side effects
Excellent communication skills with patients, families, health care team
Documentation of all care given and on MAR
Admission and discharge of patients
Care of acute and chronically ill patients
Observing policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.

Personal Support Worker

Protem Memory Care

Moncton, NB

04.2021 - 05.2023

Provide specialized care to patients with Alzheimer's and Dementia
Engage patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance
Support clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs
Medication administration of antidepressants, antipsychotics and mood stabilizers as ordered and documented on MAR
Assist clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem, dignity and general wellness
Document behaviors, and medications in client medical records
Apply effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines
Assist with use of assistive devices.

Personal Support Worker

Bayshore Home Health

Moncton, NB

04.2016 - 08.2016

Build strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
Assisted with daily living activities, running errands, and household chores
Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements
Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being
Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationships
Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
Completed regular check-ins and progress reports for each client.

Staff Nurse

Victoria Hospital

Castries, SL

02.2004 - 03.2010

Performed various nursing interventions such as wound care, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, with Doctor
Medication administration via all routes and monitoring for adverse effects
Patient assessment using nursing process
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes
Collaborated with interprofessional team to optimize patient care delivery
Coordinated patent admission and discharge planning
Provide care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
Documentation of all care delivered to patients and kept charts updated
Management and monitoring of patients recovering from medical/ surgical procedures
Patient advocate under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.

RN Psychiatric Staff Nurse

St Lucia Psychiatric Hospital

Castries, SL

01.2007 - 12.2007

Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients
Patient care and assessment using nursing process
Collaborated with health team to deliver best care to patients
Monitored patient behavior, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor
Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording, and evaluating psychiatric conditions
Medication administration of antidepressants, antipsychotics and mood stabilizers as directed by physicians and documented this information on patient charts
Educated patients and families about mental health, diagnosis, and treatment options
Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others
Facilitated group therapy sessions to provide additional support and guidance
Developed successful discharge plans to help continuity of care upon patient release
Documented all patient care delivery
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Nursing Student Clinical and Preceptorship- IEN NBCC CRIB

Personal Support Worker

Personal Support Worker

Staff Nurse

RN Psychiatric Staff Nurse

Education

Bachelor of Science: Return to Nursing Practice -

Diploma in General Nursing -

High School Diploma -

Skills

Certification

Timeline

References

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