Paige Russell
Battleford,SK
Summary
Determined individual with experience in providing patient care in clinical settings. Highly motivated, organized, and detail-oriented healthcare professional, with a strong passion for patient care and safety. Aids in nursing assessments, care planning, and patient education. Possesses excellent communication, critical thinking, and problem-solving abilities. Compassionate and dedicated nursing student with hands-on training in mental health care, supporting interdisciplinary teams, and promoting recovery-focused, trauma-informed practices.
I am a graduate psychiatric nurse. I have obtained my GPN license to commence working while I wait to write the RPNCE set for January 26th, 2026.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Continuing Care Assistant
Battleford District Care Centre
Battleford, Saskatchewan
11.2022 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care needs.
- Provided companionship and emotional support to enhance resident well-being.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure environment for all residents.
- Monitored vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse, respiration rate and temperature.
- Collaborated closely with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Observed changes in patient's condition or behavior and reported any concerns to supervisor or physician.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Unity and District Health Centre- Emergency Room
Unity, Saskatchewan
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation for comprehensive care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to implement effective treatment strategies.
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Participated in clinical rounds, providing input on patient care discussions.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources as needed for additional assistance or services.
- Provided emotional support to patients struggling with mental health issues or terminal illnesses.
- Inserted IVs and administered medications as ordered by the physician.
- Administered intramuscular injections as prescribed by the physician.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
The Irene & Leslie Dubé Centre for Mental Health
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Provided direct patient care in psychiatric settings to ensure safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients on mental health conditions and coping mechanisms for daily living.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques during high-stress situations for patients.
- Demonstrated empathy towards clients while providing them with an environment conducive to healing.
- Provided crisis intervention services for suicidal ideation or violent behavior in order to de-escalate situations safely.
- Encouraged family involvement in treatment processes through counseling sessions with both the patient and family members when applicable.
- Assessed, evaluated, and monitored patients' physical and mental health conditions to determine nursing care needs.
- Created safe and supportive therapeutic milieu to promote recovery.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Saskatchewan Hospital
North Battleford, Saskatchewan
10.2024 - 02.2025
- Provided direct patient care in psychiatric settings to ensure safety and comfort.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Educated patients on mental health conditions and coping mechanisms for daily living.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques during high-stress situations for patients.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Encouraged family involvement in treatment processes through counseling sessions with both the patient and family members when applicable.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Battleford's Mental Health Centre
North Battleford, Saskatchewan
10.2024 - 11.2024
- Conducted independent risk assessment for self-directed violence, analyzing risk factors, protective factors, mental status and current triggers.
- Developed collaborative safety plan with patient and family to prepare for discharge.
- Developed discharge plans that included follow-up appointments with psychiatrists or primary care providers.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, temperature readings during treatments like electroconvulsive therapy.
- Attended continuing education courses related to advances in mental health nursing practices.
- Assisted individuals experiencing acute episodes of severe depression or anxiety by utilizing various therapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy or dialectical behavior therapy.
- Participated in root cause analysis for concerning patient behaviors to prevent acts of furtherance on inpatient unit.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Riverside Health Complex
Turtleford, Saskatchewan
11.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in patient assessments and documentation for comprehensive care plans.
- Conducted health screenings and assessments under the supervision of a nurse.
- Implemented infection control measures, including hand hygiene and proper disposal of sharps.
- Administered oral and topical medications as directed by a healthcare provider.
- Assisted with mobility, including transferring patients using appropriate lifting techniques.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors, and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Observed quality and comfort services delivered by nursing staff and expanded patient care abilities.
- Investigated diagnoses to learn more about mechanism, action, peak, and onset of each.
- Completed clinical work in different units to achieve degree standards and build nursing knowledge.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to unit patients for optimal outcomes.
Education
Registered Psychiatric Nursing - Nursing
North West College
North Battleford, SK05-2026
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Crisis intervention
- Team collaboration
- Therapeutic communication
- Mental health education
- Safety compliance
- Healthcare ethics
- Privacy and confidentiality
- Palliative care
- Dementia care
- Companionship and emotional support
- IV maintenance
- Urinary catheter care
- End-of-life care
- Quality assurance
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Emergency triage
- Active listening
- Time management
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS)- (2026-01-21)
- Standard First Aid-CPR AED Level (C)- (2028-04-28)
- Transfer Lift and Reposition (TLR)- (2025-01-27)
- Advanced PART- (2025-07-13)
- Respiratory Fit Test- (2026-09-26)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Unity and District Health Centre- Emergency Room
08.2025 - 12.2025
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
The Irene & Leslie Dubé Centre for Mental Health
05.2025 - 06.2025
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Saskatchewan Hospital
10.2024 - 02.2025
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Battleford's Mental Health Centre
10.2024 - 11.2024
Continuing Care Assistant
Battleford District Care Centre
11.2022 - Current
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Riverside Health Complex
11.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Psychiatric Nursing - Nursing
North West College