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Normylinda Espanto

Calgary,AB

Summary

Motivated and compassionate newly Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with temporary license and hands-on clinical experience in medical-surgical settings. Proficient in vital signs monitoring, wound care, medication administration, and EMR documentation. Dedicated to ensuring patient safety and delivering high-quality care in fast-paced environments. Strong team player who prioritizes effective communication and collaborates seamlessly with interdisciplinary teams to support patient recovery.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Health Care Aide

09.2020 - Current
  • Assisted with daily living activities, promoting residents independence and overall wellbeing.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Assisted patients with dressing, grooming and feeding needs, helping to overcome, and adapt to mobility restrictions.
  • Reduced patient anxiety through effective communication and active listening skills.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.

Health Care Aide

05.2019 - Current

Clinical experience

  • Assist resident with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
  • Assisted with medication administration and documentation
  • collaborated with nurses and allied health professional
  • practice infection control and maintained patient safety standards
  • Support resident mobility, including transferring in and out, repositioning, and helping with walking or using assistive devices
  • Provide companionship and emotional support to residents,promoting their mental and emotional well-being

Student Nurse Preceptorship

03.2025 - 04.2025
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring patient safety and wellbeing.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
  • Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
  • Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
  • Applied critical thinking skills to identify changes in patient conditions, initiating timely interventions as needed.
  • Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.

Education

Diploma - Practical Nurse

Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB
06-2025

Certificate - Health Care Aid

Robertson College
Calgary, AB
09-2016

Skills

  • Proficient in Medication Administration, including intravenous, oral,subcutaneous and intramuscular injections
  • Skilled in Patient assessments & vitals
  • Expertise in Wound care & dressing changes, catheter insertion/removal
  • Adept in vital signs monitoring, glucose testing, and IV cannulation
  • Effective communication,Team collaboration,Time management skills, and task prioritization in fast-paced environment
  • Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking abilities
  • Experienced with connect care for accurate documentation and reporting

Certification

  • BLS/AED (Heart and Stroke)

Active

  • N95 Mask Test

May 2026

  • Alberta Health Care directory status

Active


Timeline

Student Nurse Preceptorship

03.2025 - 04.2025

Health Care Aide

09.2020 - Current

Health Care Aide

05.2019 - Current

Diploma - Practical Nurse

Bow Valley College

Certificate - Health Care Aid

Robertson College
Normylinda Espanto