Mitchell Currie
O'Leary,PE
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 30 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Hemodialysis specialty.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Hemodialysis Nurse
Health PEI
Western Hospital
04.2010 - Current
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing compassionate care and addressing individual needs during hemodialysis treatments.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork and collaboration within the unit, fostering open communication channels among staff members.
- Evaluated patients' response to dialysis treatments over time, making necessary adjustments in consultation with nephrologists to optimize outcomes.
- Mentored new nurses entering the field of hemodialysis nursing, sharing expertise and knowledge to enhance their competency levels.
- Assessed patients'' vital signs before, during, and after dialysis treatments, ensuring prompt intervention in case of any complications.
- Assisted in training new staff members on dialysis procedures, policies, and equipment usage ensuring consistent high standards of patient care across the unit.
- Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
Staff Nurse
Health PEI
Community Hospital ; O'Leary
06.2007 - 03.2010
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Staff Nurse
Health PEI
Tyne Valley, PE Stewart Memorial Hospital
11.2005 - 06.2007
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- 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, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Managed complex wound care, utilizing advanced techniques to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
LPN
Health PEI
Tyne Valley, PE S.M.H
08.1994 - 12.2005
- Supported physicians during examinations and scans to assist with diagnostic procedures.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
- Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance knowledge base and skillset as an LPN.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, ensuring that patients were comfortable and families felt supported during the process.
- Insert catheters in male patients with sterile technique
Education
Diploma - Nursing
Northern Maine Community College
Presque Isle M.E05.2005
No Degree - Nursing Assisstant
Central School For Nursing Assisstants
Charlottetown, PE06.1994
Skills
- Patient education
- Hemodialysis administration
- Patient advocacy
- Patient assessment
- Ethical practice
- Dialysis machine operation
- Infection control
- Teamwork abilities
- Blood pressure monitoring
- Critical thinking
- Nutritional counseling
- Vascular access care
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Adaptable decision-making
- Student Precepting
- Diet and Nutrition
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Hemodialysis Nurse
Health PEI
04.2010 - Current
Staff Nurse
Health PEI
06.2007 - 03.2010
Staff Nurse
Health PEI
11.2005 - 06.2007
LPN
Health PEI
08.1994 - 12.2005
Diploma - Nursing
Northern Maine Community College
No Degree - Nursing Assisstant
Central School For Nursing Assisstants