Michele MacDonald
Glace Bay,NS
Summary
Registered Nurse of 40 years with extensive education and experience in Emergency and Psychiatric/Mental Health Nursing. Retired from full time employment in 2019 but still employed in active Nursing and as a Nurse Practice Educator as casual/contract employee. Innovative Preceptor with 4 years of experience in Med/Surg and Mental Health teaching at University level. Knowledgeable about tailored instruction with great multitasking ability. Passionate about individualized student relationships and hands on learning.
Experienced Critical Care Nurse currently working on a casual bases in ER. Active in ongoing education and enhancement of knowledge and skills. Ability to adapt to new experiences and new employment opportunities.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Nurse Practice
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS
11.2019 - Current
- Precepted student nurses in BScN program following established standards of practice and organizational policies
- Oversaw work of nursing students and to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks
- Collaborated with other preceptors and instructors to enhance student experience
- Met with students one-on-one to design learning plans and discuss projects.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
10.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Registered Nurse Casual
Victoria Haven Nursing Home
Glace Bay, NS
10.2019 - 11.2023
- Provided Care and administration of medications to a Geriatric population and residents with chronic Illness, Dementia and Chronic Mental Health illness
- Registered Nurse in supervisory role provided leadership to other disciplines
- Provided Physical Assessments and executed transfer of patients to Hospital requiring acute medical attention.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
01.2010 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious injuries
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Mental Health Registered Nurse, Mental Health Intake Clinician
Nova Scotia Health Authority
Sydney, NS
03.2009 - 01.2010
- Preformed mental health assessments / evaluation
- Triaged Mental Health Referrals and assigned patient referrals to the appropriate Disciplines.
Unit Coordinator
Breton Ability Centre
Sydney River, NS
03.2002 - 03.2009
- Coordinated care of 32 clients with chronic mental health disorders with behavioural challenges
- Organized Staffing and Management of staff for the facility
- Coordinated and maintained referral sources related to admissions, discharges and follow up services to sustain daily census requirements
- Identified and facilitated resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager to resolve complex problems
- Received physicians and visitors on unit, identifying, acknowledging and responding to patient, physician and staff needs to meet operational and care needs of parties.
Registered Nurse
Cape Breton District Health Authority
Sydney, NS
03.1994 - 03.2002
- Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- 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
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse
Cape Breton Hospital
Sydney River, NS
03.1987 - 03.1994
- Inpatient Psychiatric Unit
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
Registered Nurse
St Rita Hospital
Sydney, NS
08.1984 - 03.1987
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action
- Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches
- Managed care from admission to discharge
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management
- Employed casually
- Worked all areas of hospital including Med/Surg,Obstetrics and NICU.
Education
Bachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
ST FX University
May 2008
Mental Health Nursing
Dalhousie University
December 1999
Diploma - Nursing
St Rita School of Nursing Sydney
August 1984
Skills
- Advanced Life Support
- BCLS
- Excellent Mental Health/Physical Assessment Skills
- Strong leadership skills Past experience in charge role positions
Timeline
Nurse Practice
Cape Breton University
11.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
10.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse Casual
Victoria Haven Nursing Home
10.2019 - 11.2023
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
01.2010 - 08.2019
Mental Health Registered Nurse, Mental Health Intake Clinician
Nova Scotia Health Authority
03.2009 - 01.2010
Unit Coordinator
Breton Ability Centre
03.2002 - 03.2009
Registered Nurse
Cape Breton District Health Authority
03.1994 - 03.2002
Registered Nurse
Cape Breton Hospital
03.1987 - 03.1994
Registered Nurse
St Rita Hospital
08.1984 - 03.1987
Bachelor of Science Nursing - undefined
ST FX University
Mental Health Nursing
Dalhousie University
Diploma - Nursing
St Rita School of Nursing Sydney
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