Nana Aniniwaah
Cambridge,ON
Summary
With over 20 years of experience at University Health Network, I have showcased expertise in patient care and leadership. I possess acute care knowledge and excel in communication, interpersonal skills, and creative thinking. Notably, my roles as in-charge nurse and registered staff nurse in the G.I.M. unit demonstrate my ability to motivate teams, improve patient outcomes, and efficiently utilize EPIC (EMR) for documenting and maintaining patient data to ensure continuous progress.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
University Health Network
10.2001 - Current
- Excellent in communication, problem-solving and organizational skills
- Utilized critical thinking and good assessment skills to assess changes in patient condition to recognize and intervene appropriately
- Manage multiple tasks while providing timely, high-quality patient care
- Administered medication and treatments in accordance with physician orders, and hospital policies
- Provided direct patient care, through assessment and evaluation of patient’s health status, development of individualized plans of care and implementation of nursing interventions
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Maintain a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines, and safety protocols
- Performed accurate documentation in electronic health record according to establish standards
- Prioritize workload based on changing clinical situations
- Protected patients rights and dignity by delivering care without judgement or discrimination
- Demonstrated leadership qualities by delegating tasks efficiently and coordinating patient care among staff members based on patients acuity and competence of staff in order to ensure optimal workflow
- Trained, supervised and assisted new nurses by providing guidance, mentorship and preceptorship
- Exhibited excellent problem-solving abilities while addressing issues related to patient care
- Facilitated resolution of conflict between staff members or between staff and patients and families when necessary
- Actively participated in in-services, yearly updates and continuing education programs in order to stay up-to-date on current healthcare
- Investigated patient complaints and assisted other nurses in handling challenging patients
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Mentored and supervised junior nurses, fostering a supportive and professional work environment.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care.
Education
Bachelor of science (B.S.) - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, ON06.2011
Diploma in Nursing -
George Brown College
Toronto, ON10.2001
Skills
- Delegated and motivated
- Acute care expertise
- Excellent patient care skills
- Decision making
- Attention to details
- Task prioritization
- Reliability
- Time management
- Interpersonal skills
- Teamwork
- PYXIS Medication systems
- Compassionate and Caring
- Excellent communication skills
- Critical thinking skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Direct Patient Care and safety
- Tracheostomy Care
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision-Making
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Intravenous therapy
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Delegation and Motivation
- Attention to Detail
- Preceptoring and Mentoring
- CVAD
Certification
College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
References
References upon request
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
- RNAO
Timeline
Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse
University Health Network
10.2001 - Current
Bachelor of science (B.S.) - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University
Diploma in Nursing -
George Brown College
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