Natalie Chenard
Barrie,ON
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse with success providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering patient care through effective education and counseling. Proven leadership focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction. Compassionate and works well with diverse patient population and foster trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital
Regina, Saskatchewan
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Enhanced patient care by developing and implementing individualized nursing plans for cardiac patients.
- Reduced recovery time for post-surgery patients through close monitoring and timely interventions.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care to cardiac patients during critical moments and emergencies.
- Educated families on heart disease prevention methods, resulting in better long-term patient care.
- Safely administered medications according to physician orders, minimizing risk of adverse drug interactions or reactions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
McKesson Health Canada
10.2018 - 04.2024
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Health Care
01.2006 - 08.2018
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Registered Nurse
ParaMed Home Health Care
09.2000 - 02.2005
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Education
Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON 08.1995 - 05.1998
Skills
- Home visits
- Patient Assessment
- Health and wellness expertise
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Education
- Family Education
- Vaccine administration
- Medication Administration
Languages
English
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Regina General Hospital
04.2024 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
McKesson Health Canada
10.2018 - 04.2024
Registered Nurse
Saint Elizabeth Health Care
01.2006 - 08.2018
Registered Nurse
ParaMed Home Health Care
09.2000 - 02.2005
Registered Nurse Diploma - Registered Nurse
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
08.1995 - 05.1998
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