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Neigie Var

Montreal ,QC

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at MUHC, adept in medication and IV administration and enhancing patient recovery through compassionate care. Excelled in operating room safety and patient assessments, significantly reducing postoperative complications. Skilled in fostering teamwork and effective communication, ensuring high-quality patient care and satisfaction. Certified in CPR/AED.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse in Electrophysiology Lab

MUHC
01.2022 - Current
  • 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.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
  • Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
  • Reduced postoperative complications through vigilant monitoring of patients during surgery.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Monitored patients' vital signs and administered medications per physician orders or good practices.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients during recovery, monitoring vital signs and administering medications as needed.
  • Provided instruction to patients and family members before and after surgical procedures.

Administrative Assitant

Office Of The Registrar Concordia University
01.2004 - 01.2005
  • Promptly responded to prospective student inquiries, and addressed concerns effectively.


Operating Room Registered Nurse

McGill University Health Centre
04.2007 - 01.2022
  • Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
  • Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
  • Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
  • Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations in the operating room, utilizing problem-solving skills under pressure.
  • Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
  • Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
  • Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
  • Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
  • Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
  • Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
  • Conducted thorough preoperative assessments to identify potential risks and address concerns prior to surgery.

JET English Teacher

Shizuoka Board of Education (Shizuoka, Japan)
07.1999 - 07.2001
  • Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning at the Middle and Primary School Level.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Francis Xavier
Wolfville, NS

John Abbott College
Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Concordia University
Montreal, QC
06.1999

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Operating Room Safety
  • Patient Positioning
  • Scrub Nurse Skills
  • Preoperative Checklists
  • Circulating Nurse Skills
  • Certified in CPR/AED

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Registered Nurse in Electrophysiology Lab

MUHC
01.2022 - Current

Operating Room Registered Nurse

McGill University Health Centre
04.2007 - 01.2022

Administrative Assitant

Office Of The Registrar Concordia University
01.2004 - 01.2005

JET English Teacher

Shizuoka Board of Education (Shizuoka, Japan)
07.1999 - 07.2001

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Francis Xavier

John Abbott College

Bachelor of Arts - Sociology

Concordia University

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