Nicole Papousek

Infusion Clinic Duties:

• Administer medications in patient homes and specialty clinic settings.
• Assess and monitor patients pre- and post-injection/infusion treatments per protocol.
• Document and report adverse events and product complaints as required.
• Demonstrate advanced knowledge of the pharmaceutical distribution industry.

Clinic Lead – Perth Clinic:

• Oversee primary clinic operations, including medical supplies, audits, and updated policies.
• Manage medications using the drug tracker tool; ensure safe storage and accurate scanning.
• Prepare patient files, verifying updated prescriptions and enrollment forms before appointments.
• Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
• Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
• Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
• Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.

Arnprior and District Memorial Hospital – Registered Practical Nurse

Arnprior, ON | 2016 – Present

• Provide comprehensive care in an inpatient unit, including medication administration, IV therapy, wound care, and O2 therapy.
• Initiate and monitor IVs, administer IM and SC injections.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans.
• Prioritize care efficiently in a high-paced environment.
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, critical thinking, and evidence-based decision making.
• Apply accurate dosage calculation and basic math in medication administration.
• Provide patient-centered care using active listening and effective communication.

Bonnechere Manor – Registered Practical Nurse

Renfrew, ON | 2009 – 2017

• Assisted residents with daily activities and personal care in a long-term care setting.
• Conducted daily head-to-toe assessments with thorough documentation.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to support individual care plans.
• Administered PO, SC, and IM medications; performed wound care and dressing changes.
• Displayed excellent interpersonal skills and sensitivity to non-verbal cues.