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Patricia Chitekeshe

Calgary,AB

Summary

Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to 4 patients on the medical surgical unit.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Nurse Preceptee

Rockey View Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022
  • Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
  • Administered close patient care, checked vital signs, and monitored telemetry.
  • Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
  • Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
  • Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
  • Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
  • Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
  • Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
  • Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.

Nurse Intern

Rockeyview Hoapital
05.2021 - 06.2021
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported any changes to nursing staff.
  • Assisted with activities of daily living by helping patients with bathing, changing clothes, eating, and daily hygiene tasks.
  • Assisted with specimen collection and handled appropriately to facilitate laboratory testing.
  • Recorded vital signs and intake and output of patients and documented information in SCM.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures

Personal Support Worker

Harbourside, Bedford, New Hampshire, U.S.A
04.2005 - 11.2014
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
  • Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
  • Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.

Education

Associate of Science - Nusring

Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB
11.2022

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Infection Control Standards
  • Patient Advocacy
  • Administer Medication
  • Pain Assessment
  • Vital Sign Assessment

Affiliations

College of Licensed Practical Nurse of Alberta

Certification

  • Licensed Practical Nurse - 2023
  • CPR, Red Cross - 2022-2023

Timeline

Nurse Preceptee

Rockey View Hospital
08.2022 - 10.2022

Nurse Intern

Rockeyview Hoapital
05.2021 - 06.2021

Personal Support Worker

Harbourside, Bedford, New Hampshire, U.S.A
04.2005 - 11.2014

Associate of Science - Nusring

Bow Valley College

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