Otessa Monks
Barrie,ON
Summary
Highly motivated registered nurse with 11 years of experience in various roles within the cardiovascular and professional practice programs. Currently the educator for the Cardiac Intervention Unit and Medical Imaging Department. Committed to quality patient care and team collaboration that fosters a healthy work environment for all. Dedicated to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Educator, CIU and MI Department
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2023 - Current
- Active participant of professional practice, cardiovascular and medical imaging departmental teams
- Communicate with external product representatives
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost nurses learning
- Provide hands-on learning experiences within a safe environment
- Collaborate with unit managers to streamline onboarding processes for new hires
- Developed unit specific orientation agendas and complete training with new hires
- Performed competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels
- Facilitated open communication between management and clinical staff, addressing concerns and implementing solutions to improve overall team satisfaction
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intervention Unit
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
02.2019 - 10.2023
- Member of Practice Council
- Meditech Expanse Super User
- Provided nursing care to cardiac patients undergoing diagnostic, therapeutic or emergency services
- Competent and skilled to work in both cardiac catheterization lab and pacemaker implant lab in all nurse roles
- Developed tools to improve safety, efficiency, and staff satisfaction
- Occasionally assigned resource nurse role
Clinical Skills Preceptor
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
09.2022 - 06.2023
- Developed meaningful relationships with new graduate nurses and new hires to the organization, fostering an open and supportive learning environment
- Promoted new graduate growth by providing consistent feedback on assessments and care delivery
- Met with new nurses one-on-one to identify learning needs and developed tools to teach specific needs
- Guided staff through difficult conversations with patients, colleagues and management
Registered Nurse, Cardiac and Renal Inpatient Unit
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2016 - 02.2019
- Provided direct quality care to inpatients with heart failure, renal conditions and coronary artery disease requiring telemetry
- Preceptor for nursing students during clinical rotations and mentor to new staff
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Float
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Provided direct care to diverse inpatient population
- Adapted to frequent staffing need changes and responded to help wherever required throughout the organization
Registered Practical Nurse, Medical Float
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2012 - 09.2016
- Geriatric/ General Medicine Inpatient Unit Float, specialized nursing care focused on identifying, managing, and therapeutically responding to elderly clients with dementia
Education
Master of Nursing -
Athabasca University
Athabasca, AB12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Oshawa, ON04.2016
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Barrie, ON08.2012
Skills
- Enthusiastic, hardworking, and compassionate
- Good verbal and written communication skills
- Able to build relationships easily and motivate others
- Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- Ontario Nurses Association
- Registered Nurses Association of Ontario
Certification
Influencer Training 03/2023
Crucial Conversations for Accountability 02/2023
Getting Things Done 11/2022
Transfusion Medicine Boot Camp for Nurses 11/2022
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) 02/2022
Basic Life Support (BLS) 02/2022
Life Saving Drugs and Defibrillation 08/2023
Crucial Conversations for Mastering Dialogue 10/2018
Critical Care Nursing Certificate 04/2018
Mental Health First Aid 09/2016
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Educator, CIU and MI Department
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2023 - Current
Clinical Skills Preceptor
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
09.2022 - 06.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Intervention Unit
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
02.2019 - 10.2023
Registered Nurse, Cardiac and Renal Inpatient Unit
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2016 - 02.2019
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Float
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
08.2016 - 10.2016
Registered Practical Nurse, Medical Float
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
10.2012 - 09.2016
Master of Nursing -
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Ontario Institute of Technology
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
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