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Miriam Ablaza

Calgary,AB

Summary

Compassionate nursing professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in patient care, medication administration, and health education. Excel in communication, teamwork, and empathy, ensuring top-notch care delivery in fast-paced environments.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Nurse

Peter Lougheed Centre
Calgary, Alberta
04.2025 - 06.2025
  • Performed patient assessments and vital signs monitoring, reporting any changes in patient conditions to the supervising nurse.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Monitored post-op patients according to unit protocol, providing comfort measures, and documenting findings.
  • Administered PO, subcutaneous, IV, topical, and inhalation medications according to the care plan, monitoring for any reactions and side effects.
  • Conducted pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management for patients.
  • Provided direct care to four patients under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Performed dressing changes and monitored for signs of infection.
  • Performed IV insertion and therapy under the supervision of the clinical instructor.
  • Obtained laboratory specimens, such as urine samples, according to unit protocol.
  • Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques and equipment.
  • Participated in patient admission, discharge planning, and education to ensure continuity of care.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
  • Implemented infection control measures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
  • Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in ConnectCare, making sure all relevant information about the patients is documented.

Practical Nurse

Kiljava Hospital
Kiljava, Finland
11.2014 - 10.2017
  • Assessed and monitored patient health conditions, including vital signs, as well as blood glucose levels, in response to medical administration, and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
  • Administered medications and treatments to patients according to care plans.
  • Provided comfort measures such as bathing, grooming, feeding, ambulation assistance, positioning, turning, repositioning patients in bed and chair, wheelchair, and changing linens; also emptied drainage bags.
  • Maintained accurate records of patient care, conditions, progress, and concerns.
  • Collaborated with other members of the healthcare team to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Promoted a safe environment through adherence to infection control protocols.

Registered Nurse Volunteer

Benguet General Hospital
Benguet, Philippines
11.2010 - 10.2011
  • Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
  • Monitored patient progress throughout treatment plan.
  • Assisted physicians during exams or other medical procedures as needed.
  • Managed intravenous therapy including medication administration and fluid balance monitoring
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge care.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to life threatening situations utilizing advanced cardiac life support protocols.

Education

Bridge To Canadian Nursing -

Mount Royal University
Calgary, AB
07-2025

Practical Nursing Diploma -

Sataedu
Finland
10-2017

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Cordillera Career Development College
Benguet, Philippines
03-2009

Skills

  • Direct patient care
  • Health assessment
  • Medication administration
  • Vital signs
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Compassionate care
  • Pain management
  • IV therapy

Licenses/Certification/Trainings

  • CRNA Registration #125077 - currently set to non-practicing, will reactivate after bridging graduation
  • Registered Nurse - Professional Regulation Commission, Philippines
  • Basic Life Support - Heart and Stroke - Issued Jan 1, 2025
  • ACLS Provider - Heart and Stroke - Issued Nov 29, 2023
  • IEN Path To Success 16 hrs Skills Training Workshop for Internationally Educated Nurses Certificate Alberta - Beats and Breaths Academy Edmonton,AB- Jan 22 & 23, 2024
  • Rural - Urban Nursing Essential for Internationally Educated Nurses (80 hrs in-person) - Beats and Breaths Academy Edmonton,AB- Jan 22 - 31, 2024
  • Phlebotomy - Bow Valley College - February 24, 2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Student Nurse

Peter Lougheed Centre
04.2025 - 06.2025

Practical Nurse

Kiljava Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2017

Registered Nurse Volunteer

Benguet General Hospital
11.2010 - 10.2011

Bridge To Canadian Nursing -

Mount Royal University

Practical Nursing Diploma -

Sataedu

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

Cordillera Career Development College

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