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Natalie Clarke

Milton,ON

Summary

Highly qualified Nurse Practitioner with 18 years of experience in an acute care role, driven to build strong relationships with patients and families.

Self-directed and solutions-oriented with fantastic communication skills.

Committed to increasing the quality of patient care through top-of-the-line time management and prioritization.

Experienced in managing acute patient conditions and providing comprehensive care plans.

Utilized advanced clinical skills while acting as a patient advocate and ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Excellent track record of strong assessment capabilities, effective communication, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.

Thrives in an environment that offers professional challenges.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Nurse Practitioner – Family Medicine Program

Halton Healthcare Services
03.2020 - Current
  • Collaborative management of all aspects of healthcare needs of inpatients admitted to the medical, surgical, palliative care and rehabilitation units.
  • Perform comprehensive physical examinations and document patient histories to gather information and identify health issues.
  • Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests to formulate differential diagnoses.
  • Write admission orders and construct comprehensive discharge plans for complex patients, admitted with a wide array of diagnoses including medical, surgical, palliative care, and mental health.
  • Liaise with multidisciplinary team members, and arrange appropriate referrals.
  • Prescribe and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments to treat underlying causes and relieve symptoms.
  • Prevent complications by identifying early warning signs of potential issues through careful examination and history-taking techniques.
  • Work with families, caregivers and patients to determine best options for treatment, diagnosis, and prevention.
  • Educate patients on disease prevention and management strategies, promoting healthier lifestyles.
  • Develop strong relationships with local specialists to facilitate seamless referral processes when advanced care is required for patients' wellbeing.

Registered Nurse

Halton Healthcare Services
06.2008 - 03.2020
  • Diversely experienced in providing nursing experience on medical, surgical and ICU units.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • 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.
  • Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.

Registered Nurse

York Central Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2008
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute strokes while managing various 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.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance concerns.

Education

Care of The Hospitalized Adult Certificate

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
01-2025

Mental Health And Addictions Certificate

University of Toronto
Toronto, ON
01-2025

Masters of Nursing/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -

Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB
01-2019

Critical Care Certificate

Durham College
Oshawa, ON
01-2013

Medical/Surgical Specialty Certification

Canadian Nurses Association
Toronto, ON
01-2010

Bachelors of Science in Nursing -

York University
Toronto, ON
01-2007

Timeline

Nurse Practitioner – Family Medicine Program

Halton Healthcare Services
03.2020 - Current

Registered Nurse

Halton Healthcare Services
06.2008 - 03.2020

Registered Nurse

York Central Hospital
06.2007 - 06.2008

Care of The Hospitalized Adult Certificate

University of Toronto

Mental Health And Addictions Certificate

University of Toronto

Masters of Nursing/Primary Care Nurse Practitioner -

Athabasca University

Critical Care Certificate

Durham College

Medical/Surgical Specialty Certification

Canadian Nurses Association

Bachelors of Science in Nursing -

York University
Natalie Clarke