Michael Rainho
Whitby,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate student nurse with a strong academic foundation and hands-on clinical experience in diverse healthcare settings. Proficient in patient assessment, care planning, and medication administration, with a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Skilled in interdisciplinary collaboration, communication, and problem-solving to promote positive patient outcomes. Eager to leverage theoretical knowledge and practical skills to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients. Seeking opportunities for professional growth and development in the nursing field.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health General Medicine
01.2024 - Current
- Support Multicultural Care: Demonstrate cultural sensitivity and competence in caring for patients from diverse cultural backgrounds. Respect patients' cultural beliefs and practices, and collaborate with interpreters or cultural liaisons as needed to ensure effective communication and patient-centered care.
- Assist with treatments and procedures: Aid registered nurses in administering medications, performing wound care, inserting foley catheters, and other nursing interventions as directed.
- Monitor patient progress: Observe and document changes in patients' conditions, including symptoms, responses to treatments, and any adverse reactions, communicating findings to the supervising nurse.
- Support patient education: Assist in providing patients and their families with information about their medical conditions, treatments, and self-care strategies, promoting health literacy and empowerment.
Adult Support Worker
Milestones Community Care
08.2023 - Current
- Improved client well-being by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing tailored intervention plans.
- Improved client satisfaction by promptly addressing concerns and implementing feedback in a timely manner.
- Established trusting relationships with clients and their families through empathetic communication and active listening.
- Maintained detailed records of client progress, interventions, and outcomes to ensure continuity of care across service providers.
Clinical Student Nurse
Ontario Shores GDU
09.2023 - 10.2023
- Assist with patient assessments: Participate in the assessment of elderly patients with dementia, including cognitive assessments, behavioral observations, and physical health monitoring.
- Provide patient care: Assist patients with activities of daily living, such as grooming, toileting, and eating, adapting care approaches to meet the unique needs and preferences of individuals with dementia.
- Monitor patient behaviors: Observe and document changes in patient behaviors, agitation levels, and response to interventions, reporting any concerns to the supervising nurse.
General Warehouse Worker
SoftMoc
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by following safety protocols and keeping work areas tidy.
- Assisted in the training of new employees, ensuring they quickly became productive members of the team.
- Collaborated with team members to meet daily productivity goals and maintain smooth warehouse operations.
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles, verifying shipment accuracy for both incoming and outgoing orders.
- Contributed to on-time order fulfillment by consistently meeting or exceeding pick accuracy rates.
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Rehabilitation Unit
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Work as a clinical student nurse under the supervision of nurses and healthcare professionals in Lakeridge Health's Rehabilitation Unit.
- Participate in patient care activities, providing support to patients undergoing rehabilitation treatments and therapies.
- Assist in patient assessment: Collect and document patient data, including vital signs, medical history, and current symptoms, under the guidance of registered nurses.
- Provide patient care: Assist with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and feeding patients, ensuring their comfort and well-being.
- Support rehabilitation therapies: Aid therapists and healthcare providers during rehabilitation sessions, helping patients with mobility exercises and therapeutic activities.
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Post Partum Care
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Assist with maternal assessments: Participate in the assessment of postpartum mothers, including monitoring vital signs, assessing uterine involution, and evaluating perineal healing.
- Provide newborn care: Support mothers in newborn care activities, including diaper changes, feeding assistance, and basic infant care education.
- Support maternal bonding: Encourage skin-to-skin contact between mothers and newborns, promote bonding activities, and provide emotional support to mothers during the postpartum period.
Bricklayer Assistant
Vez Masonry
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Enhanced bricklaying efficiency by preparing mortar mixes and assisting in cutting bricks to size.
- Ensured proper adherence to safety measures during all phases of construction, minimizing accidents on site.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas, promoting efficient workflow and reducing potential hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete complex masonry tasks, ensuring high-quality results.
- Improved project timelines by efficiently setting up scaffolding and other necessary equipment for bricklayers.
Education
College diploma - Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa, ON07.2024
High School Diploma -
Henry Street High School
Whitby, ON06.2022
Skills
- Outgoing and friendly
- Positive
- Quick learner
- Works well with others
- Order Picking
- Health Promotion
- Clinical judgment
- Disease Prevention
- Team Collaboration
- Patient Care
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Mobility Assistance
Certification
Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C, 11/01/21, 11/30/24
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certifications
- CPR Level C - St. John's Ambulance
- Certificate in Diversity, Self-awareness and Action
- Hand Hygiene Certificate
- Infection Prevention and Control
- WHMIS Certificate
- AODA Training
Timeline
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health General Medicine
01.2024 - Current
Clinical Student Nurse
Ontario Shores GDU
09.2023 - 10.2023
Adult Support Worker
Milestones Community Care
08.2023 - Current
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Rehabilitation Unit
02.2023 - 04.2023
Clinical Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Post Partum Care
01.2023 - 02.2023
General Warehouse Worker
SoftMoc
06.2021 - 08.2023
Bricklayer Assistant
Vez Masonry
05.2020 - 08.2022
College diploma - Nursing
Durham College
High School Diploma -
Henry Street High School