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Patricia Webb

RN, BN (retired)
Tracy,New Brunswick

Summary

  • I am seeking part-time employment post-retirement, as a cashier.
  • I feel that my experience in nursing and past experience as a cashier previous to nursing, shows that I am a competent, mature and knowledgeable person who would be an asset to your company.
  • I feel my communication skills are exemplary.
  • I am friendly, and can enjoy a good joke and a good laugh to put people at ease.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Ambulatory Care Clinic Nurse

Health Sciences Centre
07.2018 - 12.2021
  • I worked as a clinic nurse with the Ambulatory Care Relief Team and worked as a "float" nurse in a number of ambulatory care (outpatient) clinics: Neurology (Multiple Sclerosis + Seizure Clinic), Hepatology (pre- and post-liver transplant,) Gastroenterology and Respiratory.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers about conditions and treatments.
  • Planned and implemented patient care to treat conditions or mitigate symptoms.
  • Observed and assessed patients to identify concerning symptoms.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Prepped patients for outpatient diagnostic procedures.

Respiratory Nurse Clinician / Adult CF Clinic Nurs

Health Sciences Centre
01.2005 - 04.2018
  • I assisted a number of Respirologists in their respective clinics by assessing patients in follow-up or as a new patient, provided verbal reports of my assessments. I received and documented phone calls from patients, communicated the issues/concerns with the Respirologist and followed through on the recommended plan of care.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • I assisted the Respirologists with procedures unique to Respirology, such as thoracentesis and Pleurx catheter insertions.

STAFF NURSE, Intermediate Intensive Care Unit

Health Sciences Centre
01.2003 - 12.2004
  • The primary focus in the IICU was respiratory rehabilitation, for patients slow to wean from the ventilator. As well, the IICU offered rehabilitation for patients deconditioned from prolonged hospitalization in the Intensive Care Unit.
  • I also functioned as the Charge Nurse, as assigned.
  • Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, and disease process.

Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Health Sciences Centre
01.1999 - 01.2003
  • I worked as a critical care nurse, providing nursing care to critically ill post-surgical patients.
  • I educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • I also floated to the Medical Intensive Care Unit, Coronary Care Unit, Intermediate Intensive Care Unit and Emergency Department, as required.

Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Toronto Western Hospital
09.1991 - 12.1998
  • I worked as a critical care nurse for critically ill medical, surgical and neurosurgical patients.
  • I worked as the In-Charge Nurse, when assigned.
  • I served as a member of the Subarachnoid Hemorrhage Care Guide Team.
  • I acted as Preceptor to new staff nurses.

Staff Nurse, Neurosurgery/Neurology

Toronto Western Hospital
09.1989 - 09.1991
  • I provided nursing care to pre- and post-surgical neurosurgery patients, and nursing care to neurology patients.
  • The nursing care ranged from total care to variable assistance.
  • I worked as In-Charge, when assigned.
  • I served as a member of the Pituitary Tumour Care Map Team.
  • I acted as Preceptor to new staff nurses.

Cashier

Cira's Fruit And Vegetables
06.1986 - 12.1986
  • I worked as a cashier in a small fruit and vegetable store.

Cashier - Part-Time

Dominion Stores Limited - Lower Smythe Street
05.1985 - 06.1986

Head Cashier

Dominion Stores Limited, Brookside Mall
09.1980 - 11.1984
  • Performed store opening, closing, and shift-change actions.
  • Assisted customers by answering questions and fulfilling requests.
  • Trained, mentored, and developed new cashiers with positive and encouraging techniques to maximize performance and team contributions.
  • Educated employees on register use, merchandising, and customer service.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items.
  • Set and updated employee schedules to fulfill gaps based on expected customer demands.
  • Evaluated presentation of checkout lanes and kept team members on top of cleaning tasks when necessary.
  • Helped management develop employee improvement plans and motivate team members to continually improve.
  • Led cashiers and associates in providing thoughtful customer service.
  • Performed as relief book-keeper on days-off + vacation relief.

Cashier - Part-time

Dominion Stores Limited - Regent Mall
09.1976 - 09.1980
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, and cheque transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.
  • Processed refunds and exchanges in accordance with company policy.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (for RNs) - Nursing

Ryerson University
Toronto, ON
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Nursing (BN) (with Honours) - Nursing

University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
05.2001 -

Diploma Nursing Program - Nursing

George Brown College
05.2001 -

Skills

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Timeline

Ambulatory Care Clinic Nurse

Health Sciences Centre
07.2018 - 12.2021

Respiratory Nurse Clinician / Adult CF Clinic Nurs

Health Sciences Centre
01.2005 - 04.2018

STAFF NURSE, Intermediate Intensive Care Unit

Health Sciences Centre
01.2003 - 12.2004

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (for RNs) - Nursing

Ryerson University
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Nursing (BN) (with Honours) - Nursing

University of Manitoba
05.2001 -

Diploma Nursing Program - Nursing

George Brown College
05.2001 -

Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Health Sciences Centre
01.1999 - 01.2003

Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit

Toronto Western Hospital
09.1991 - 12.1998

Staff Nurse, Neurosurgery/Neurology

Toronto Western Hospital
09.1989 - 09.1991

Cashier

Cira's Fruit And Vegetables
06.1986 - 12.1986

Cashier - Part-Time

Dominion Stores Limited - Lower Smythe Street
05.1985 - 06.1986

Head Cashier

Dominion Stores Limited, Brookside Mall
09.1980 - 11.1984

Cashier - Part-time

Dominion Stores Limited - Regent Mall
09.1976 - 09.1980

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