Narinder Kaur
Calgary,AB
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage 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, and respectful attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Quality Care Solution Ltd.
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- 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.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Carveth Care Centre
04.2022 - 02.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
- 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.
- Ensured timely wound care for patients, reducing the risk of infection and promoting healing.
- Executed precise medication administration through thorough understanding of dosages, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Secured controlled narcotics and distributed medication on schedule to meet patient needs and minimize misuse opportunities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration and catheter insertion.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining workflow processes within the nursing unit, optimizing staff productivity levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
- Taught patients how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
Medication Assistant / Continue Care assistant
Trinity Manor at Westerra
06.2019 - 03.2022
- Served as a trusted resource for family members seeking information about loved ones'' prescribed medications, fostering positive relationships built on trust and open communication.
- Assisted in updating individualized care plans by providing valuable input on patients'' responses to medications.
- Supported nursing staff by promptly addressing any questions or concerns related to assigned patients'' medication.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture by collaborating effectively with colleagues and demonstrating a commitment to delivering exceptional patient care at all times.
- Maintained strict confidentiality regarding sensitive medical information while handling personal health records in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Turned and repositioned patients to prevent bedsores.
- Assisted in maintaining conducive environment for residents by adhering to infection control policies.
- Documented patient information and care activities in electronic health record.
- Completed activities of daily living for patients unable to self-care, and assisted those with limited mobility in completing tasks.
- Assisted nursing staff with completing daily rounds, documenting vital signs and answering calls.
- Helped patients with self-feeding and assisted feeding, based on individual needs.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Responded to patient requests for supplies and personal comfort items such as extra blankets.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
Punjab, India09.2014
GED -
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON04.2018
GED -
Parkland College
Yorkton, SK04.2019
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Documentation and Charting
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
- Wound Care
- Care Planning
- Patient Monitoring
- Compassion and Empathy
- Patient Management
- Care Plan Development
- Physical assessment
- Family Education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient Discharge
- Performing EKGs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- HIPAA Education
- Health screening
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-Term Care
- Geriatric Nursing
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- Standard First Aid and CPR
- Medication aide
Languages
English
Punjabi
Hindi
Registration Number
135788
Personal Information
- Highest Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
- Title: Registered Nurse
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Quality Care Solution Ltd.
06.2023 - 03.2024
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
Carveth Care Centre
04.2022 - 02.2024
Medication Assistant / Continue Care assistant
Trinity Manor at Westerra
06.2019 - 03.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Baba Farid University of Health Sciences
GED -
St. Lawrence College
GED -
Parkland College
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