Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and focusing on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
City of Toronto Seniors Services and Long-Term Care; Supportive Housing Program
10.2019 - Current
Monitors clients' functional/mental and emotional health status
Manages all on-site aspects of the admission process, including screening and assessing applicants
Completes a reassessment of all clients on a regular basis, using tools such as interRai Community Health Assessment
Reconciles and monitors clients' medication practice with clients, pharmacy and doctor
Develop strategies with client to promote client independence and self-determination in life skills and performance of ADL's
Develops and implements plan of care, in collaboration with the client
Provides care and service for residents and clients with a primary focus on safety, including information, instruction and safe practice
Develops and provides regular wellness programming and education for clients.
RN Nursing Student
Scarborough Health Network (Integrated Stroke Unit)
05.2023 - 08.2023
Demonstrated the capacity to manage complex stroke cases by integrating knowledge, abilities, and appropriate clinical best practices across the whole continuum of treatment
Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions
Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols
Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult medical situations, fostering trust and rapport
Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
RN Nursing Student
Northeast Community Health Centre. Public Health
02.2023 - 03.2023
Provided effective prenatal/postpartum home and in-clinic visits daily which encompasses thorough assessment and screening to determine healthcare needs, nursing services and treatment, as well as referring clients as needed
Delivered high-quality and compassionate care to all patients
Thorough documentation completed at every patient encounter
Effective teaching/education to family regarding immunization/vaccines for children.
Registered Practical Nurse
Public Health (Priority Healthcare agency)
09.2021 - 01.2023
Provides immunization services to schools and community
Administers vaccines and other serum by intramuscular, intracutaneous or subcutaneous injection
Assesses residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate resident care plans
Monitored residents' health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physicians' orders.
RN Nursing Student
Rockyview General Hospital (Respiratory/Medicine)
06.2022 - 07.2022
Researched different diagnoses to become familiar with presentation and treatment protocols
Delivered medications via oral and IV, and monitored responses to address new concerns
Involved in educational activities including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
Monitored medications, noted side effects and reported issues to unit staffs
Collaborated with members of multidisciplinary health care teams to plan, manage, and examine patients' treatments
Assessed patients using the CIWA tool for alcohol withdrawal.
RN Nursing Student
Professional Practice in Mental Health Promotion-Online Clinical
09.2021 - 12.2021
Applied nursing assessment techniques such as mental state examinations and nursing intervention techniques including therapeutic communication through video conferencing role playing
Determined the impact of a mental illness on communities and the resources available to address its residents' mental health needs
Discussed the stigma and obstacles in the field of mental health that are experienced in society.
Registered Practical Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Home Health Care
02.2016 - 07.2020
Completed initial assessment of patient and family and determine home care needs
Provided complete physical assessment and history of current and previous illness(es)
Designed, implement and evaluate plan of care and made necessary revisions as patient status and needs change.
Education
-Post LPN To Bachelor of Nursing Degree -
Athabasca University-Canada's Leader in Online And Distance Learning Education
Edmonton, AB
08.2023
-Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
Centennial College
Scarborough, ON
04.2014
Skills
Interpersonal Communication
Patient Assessment
Clinical Judgment
Patient Education
Pain Management
Geriatric Care
Time Management
Medication Administration
Conflict Resolution
Team Collaboration
Critical Thinking
Physical Assessment
Certification
Registered Nurse Bachelor degree
Registered Practical Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
Timeline
RN Nursing Student
Scarborough Health Network (Integrated Stroke Unit)
05.2023 - 08.2023
RN Nursing Student
Northeast Community Health Centre. Public Health
02.2023 - 03.2023
RN Nursing Student
Rockyview General Hospital (Respiratory/Medicine)
06.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Practical Nurse
Public Health (Priority Healthcare agency)
09.2021 - 01.2023
RN Nursing Student
Professional Practice in Mental Health Promotion-Online Clinical
09.2021 - 12.2021
Registered Practical Nurse
City of Toronto Seniors Services and Long-Term Care; Supportive Housing Program
10.2019 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Home Health Care
02.2016 - 07.2020
-Post LPN To Bachelor of Nursing Degree -
Athabasca University-Canada's Leader in Online And Distance Learning Education
-Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
Centennial College
Registered Nurse Bachelor degree
Registered Practical Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider
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