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Nicole Calderon

Medicine Hat,Alberta

Summary

Motivated and empathetic student practical nurse with hands-on experience in long term care settings committed to delivering respectful and individualized patient care. Skilled in building trusting relationships with residents, administering medication, and implementing care plans under supervision. Passionate about fostering a comforting environment that promotes dignity, independence, and well-being for elderly residents. Aspiring to contribute my growing clinical skills and genuine compassion to a dedicated nursing team in a supportive nursing home environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Student Practical Nurse

Medicine Hat College
01.2024 - 08.2025
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
  • Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
  • Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
  • Circulated assigned floor to measure and record patients' fluid and food levels, implementing measures to promote healthy intake and output as necessary.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.

Health Care Aide

Masterpiece
06.2015 - 08.2020
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
  • Assisted in feeding patients by offering fluids and snacks and recording amounts consumed in logbook
  • Kept accurate records of patients' care, condition, and progress.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Delivered compassionate care and clear communication in handling issues of death and dying.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
  • Transported patients via wheelchair to and from rehabilitation and daily activities.
  • Agreed to take on additional shifts and extra hours during busy periods and holidays to maintain proper staffing and floor coverage.
  • Promoted patient socialization, self-care and development by recognizing and using patient strengths to motivate patient.
  • Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, AB
08-2025

Certificate - Health Care Aide

Medicine Hat College
Medicine Hat, AB
06-2015

Skills

  • Elderly and Geriatric Patient Care
  • Medication Administration
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Activities of Daily Living (ADL) Support
  • Compassionate Communication
  • Emergency Response (BLS, CPR)
  • Infection Control & Safety Protocols
  • Team Collaboration
  • Documentation & Record Keeping
  • Patience and Empathy

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

BLS and CPR certified

Naloxone Administration Trained


Clinical Experience

Masterpiece (Continuing Care Clinical)

August,2024

  • Medication Administration
  • Personalized Care Planning
  • Resident monitoring
  • Assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
  • Infection Control Practices
  • Vital Signs and Basic Assessments
  • Communication Skills
  • Team Collaboration

Clinical Experience

5West, MHRH (Acute Care Clinical)

April, 2025

  • Advanced Medication Administration
  • Emergency Response
  • Vital Signs and Rapid Assessment
  • Wound Care and Dressing Changes
  • Patient Monitoring and Documentation
  • Support with Diagnostic Procedures
  • Infection Control and Safety
  • Communication with Multidisciplinary Teams
  • Pain Management and Comfort Measures
  • Patient Education

Timeline

Student Practical Nurse

Medicine Hat College
01.2024 - 08.2025

Health Care Aide

Masterpiece
06.2015 - 08.2020

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Medicine Hat College

Certificate - Health Care Aide

Medicine Hat College

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