Natasha Koski
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
Heron Bay,ON
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Language
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Certification
17
years of professional experience
Versatile health professional skilled in patient advocacy and holistic care. Experienced in collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to assess community health needs and lead initiatives that improve healthcare accessibility. Committed to empowering patients through education and personalized care strategies.
Work History
Community Health Nurse
6 Years 7 Months- Developed and implemented personalized care plans for diverse patient populations.
- Educated individuals and families on disease prevention and healthy lifestyle choices.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care and outcomes.
- Led initiatives to improve patient access to healthcare resources within the community.
- Managed immunization clinics, ensuring timely administration of vaccinations and reducing the spread of communicable diseases.
- Assessed community health needs through regular health screenings and surveys.
Registered Nurse
4 Months- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating interventions.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to enhance care outcomes.
- Evaluated patient progress and adjusted care plans based on ongoing assessments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop personalized care plans for patients.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient safety and care quality.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management and post-discharge procedures to promote recovery and adherence.
Registered Nurse
9 Years- 8 Years of Charge Nurse experience in a Rural Hospital with a Long Term Care, Acute care, and an Emergency department, working in all aspects of care
- Administered medications according to established guidelines, monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions to ensure patient safety.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care addressing physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff, fostering a positive work environment and enhancing quality of patient care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Community health outreach
Maternal health education
Diabetes education
Elder health promotion
Prenatal care
Vaccine delivery
Immunizations
Blood pressure monitoring
Preventive health
Chronic management
Medication management
Community education
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Palliative Care for Front Line Workers in Indigenous Communities - May 2021
- FNIHB-Ontario Regional Immunization Certification - May 2021
- Safe Food Handling - November 2021
- Authorized to prescribe medications specified in Regulation - August 2024
- Red Cross Oxygen Therapy Training - May 2025
- Red Cross BLS-HCP - May 2025
- Red CrossStandard First Aid & CPR Level C - May 2025
- Red Cross Airway Management - May 2025
Timeline
Community Health Nurse
Biigtigong Nishnaabeg
01.2020 - CurrentRead More
Registered Nurse
North of Superior Health Care Group
04.2019 - 08.2019Read More
Registered Nurse
Sante Manitouwadge Health
12.2009 - 12.2018Read More
York University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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