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Work History
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Natalie Johnson

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Highly motivated and dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in nursing principles, and a passion for providing exceptional care to pediatric patients. Eager to apply clinical skills and knowledge in a dynamic medical/surgical setting, particularly with complex cardiac, respiratory, and infant GI cases. Possesses excellent physical assessment, communication, and teamwork skills, with a commitment to continuous learning and patient advocacy. Familiar with managing various medical technologies, and providing family-centered care.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Alberta Children's Hospital
Calgary, Alberta
01.2024 - Current
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients on a fast-paced, 26-bed combined medical/surgical unit, specializing in cardiac, respiratory, and infant GI surgery.
  • Managed a high-intensity environment, caring for patients primarily under 2 years of age, with complex, multi-system medical conditions, and frequent long-term admissions and re-admissions.
  • Proficiently managed and monitored patients requiring advanced medical technologies, including tracheostomies (+/- ventilators), CPAP/BiPAP, NP tubes, chest tubes, high flow oxygen therapy, and cardiorespiratory monitoring.
  • Experienced in the care and maintenance of central venous catheters, PICC lines, TPN, and various feeding tubes (gastrostomy, nasogastric, nasojejunal, gastrojejunal), as well as ostomies (colostomies, ileostomies), and VAC wound dressings.
  • Demonstrated excellent physical assessment and critical thinking skills in evaluating and responding to complex patient needs.
  • Utilized strong communication and teamwork abilities to collaborate effectively with interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
  • Prioritized patient care, and efficiently managed time in a demanding environment.
  • Participated in code management, and responded effectively to emergency situations.
  • Acted as a strong patient and family advocate, ensuring that their needs and preferences were respected.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism and diplomacy in all interactions.
  • Utilized nursing processes, including critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making, to provide safe, quality, patient-centered care.
  • Educated and counseled patients and their families on care plans and health management.
  • Contributed to an integrated and holistic approach to patient care, health promotion, and maintenance.

Undergraduate Nurse

Chinook Regional Hospital
Lethbridge, AB
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients within the Unit 5A Geriatric Assessment and Rehabilitation Unit (GARU) at Chinook Regional Hospital, which includes the ACE (Acute Care of the Elderly), BPSD (Behavioral and Psychological Symptoms of Dementia), and GARU programs.
  • Collaborated effectively with an interdisciplinary team, including LPNs, HCAs, Social Work, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy, and Recreation Therapy, to ensure holistic patient care on the secured Unit 5A.
  • Displayed strong organizational skills in managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously, while maintaining a keen attention to detail.

Education Assistant

Lethbridge School District 51
Lethbridge, AB
05.2011 - 08.2019
  • Developed a strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
  • Supported students with special needs by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations, in collaboration with special education staff.
  • Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modeling appropriate behavior and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making.
  • Enhanced classroom management through the implementation of positive reinforcement techniques, and clear expectations for behavior.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Lethbridge
Lethbridge
12-2023

Special Needs Educational Assistant

Lethbridge College
Lethbridge, AB

Skills

  • Physical assessment
  • Critical thinking
  • Communication
  • Teamwork
  • Prioritization
  • Time management
  • Code Management
  • Patient advocacy
  • Professionalism
  • Emotional support
  • Team collaboration
  • Diplomacy
  • Complex patient care
  • Ventilator management
  • Central Line Management
  • Feeding tube management
  • Ostomy care
  • Wound Care (VAC Dressings)
  • Cardiac monitoring
  • Patient education
  • Family-Centered Care

Certification

  • Basic Life Support Provider 2024 - 2025
  • Pediatric Emergency Assessment, Recognition and Stabilization (PEARS) 2024 - 2026
  • Required Organizational Learning (ROL) Courses
  • Trauma Informed Care
  • SIVA Training Certificates

Volunteer Work

Chinook High School Basketball Coach - 2013-2020

  • Dynamic leader of women's team using skills of basketball, teamwork and leadership

Therapeutic Riding Association - 2014 - Present

  • Countless hours contributed to this non-profit organization in the program and fundraising efforts
  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Alberta Children's Hospital
01.2024 - Current

Undergraduate Nurse

Chinook Regional Hospital
08.2022 - 12.2023

Education Assistant

Lethbridge School District 51
05.2011 - 08.2019

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Lethbridge

Special Needs Educational Assistant

Lethbridge College

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