Motivated and hardworking Registered Nurse with expertise in Critical Care, Emergency, Cardio-respiratory, and Charge Nurse roles. Seeking a permanent position as a Director of Seniors' health. Eager to broaden knowledge base through continuous learning opportunities, committed to fostering team collaboration, and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Known for reliability and adaptability, consistently delivering efficient and compassionate care in fast-paced environments. Proficient in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination to ensure high-quality healthcare delivery.
Taber - Taber Hospital (rural) - Emergency Department
Assess and care for patients in a critical setting, with emergency and life threatening needs.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients acuity levels and individual needs.
Charge nurse/hospital management experience at the rural level.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Committed to positive professional relationships among staff and team members to ensure safe and positive outcomes for patients
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Advanced care of critically ill patients including advanced hemodynamics and resuscitation efforts during acute disease process.
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.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Oversaw work of nursing student technicians and externs to educate on proper procedures and how to prioritize care tasks.
Precepted new nurses, providing guidance on unit functions and individual roles, hospital policies and procedures and nursing best practices.
Registered Nurse
Alberta Health Services (North Zone)
12.2013 - 12.2017
Edmonton – Royal Alexandra Hospital, 1East Cardiology Medicine, Cardiology Critical Care (CCU)
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.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
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.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
Bachelor of Health Science - undefined
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, ID
Skills
Current CARNA registration in good standing
BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, PEARS, OPACCA (Orientation Program for Adult Critical Care in Albert), NRP
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