Petra Brummelhuis
Registered Nurse
Rainier,Alberta
Summary
Proven Occupational Health Nurse with a track record of enhancing employee health and safety at Driver Check through expert administration of immunizations and development of comprehensive wellness programs. Skilled in Hazard Identification and fostering Interdisciplinary Collaboration, I significantly reduced workplace injuries. My approach combines meticulous Medical Record-keeping with compassionate patient care, driving improved health outcomes. Caring [Job Title] with versatility in adapting to diverse needs of clients, developing targeted treatment plans to support individual needs. Well-trained occupational therapist with [Number] years of experience building personal confidence among clients suffering from varying disorders and social impairments. Systematic rehabilitation specialist with deliberate planning and thoughtful organization, developing benchmarks for individuals in occupational therapeutic environments. Knowledgeable Occupational Health Nurse possessing experience in creating and implementing early intervention health programs. Promoting exemplary decision-making, reporting, and relationship building skills. Patient-oriented Nurse with [Number] years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Occupational Health Nurse
Driver Check
06.2021 - 08.2023
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
- Utilized well-honed communication and active listening skills to conduct pre-employment screenings.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding occupational health concerns, promoting an open dialogue around workplace safety issues.
- Provided individualized medical counseling for employees and coordinated examination requirement activities.
- Improved employee health by implementing comprehensive wellness programs and initiatives.
- Liaised between employees with health concerns and supervisors, maintaining medical confidentiality to communicate work status and coordinate return to work accommodations.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment, significantly reducing the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.
- Managed immunization campaigns, significantly reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the company.
- Implemented stress-reduction interventions at the workplace, contributing to improved mental well-being among staff members.
- Enhanced employee productivity by providing prompt and effective medical care for work-related illnesses and injuries.
- Provided ongoing health education to employees, fostering a culture of wellness and selfcare.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create comprehensive employee wellness programs that addressed physical, mental, and emotional health.
- Employed nursing skills to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Educated all employees on flu symptoms, illness prevention, benefits of good hygiene and smoking cessation programs.
- Delivered array of employee health services at company, which included health screenings and immunizations.
- Conducted regular health screenings to detect potential health issues early, improving overall workforce wellbeing.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Nursing Instructor
Bow Valley College
05.2015 - 08.2021
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Supported student educational and vocational planning to help each optimize learning strategies and reap long-term career benefits.
- Contributed educational and clinical expertise to help optimize training courses and boost student learning.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Directly cared for patients at least 3 hours each month to maintain currency on clinical techniques.
- Educated nursing students on successful methods for performing IM. SQ, ID injections and IV initiation and administering medications via IV.
- Prepared and administered weekly examinations to test student skills.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to devise effective teaching strategies, resulting in increased student satisfaction.
- Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating real-life scenarios and case studies in lessons.
- Trained 8 students at the time to identify signs of patient health deterioration and clinical equipment malfunction to promote achievement of course objectives.
- Integrated ethical considerations into classroom discussions, promoting a strong sense of professionalism among students.
- Liaised with medical and nursing personnel to evaluate and improve teaching and nursing practices.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans and assessments, ensuring alignment with nursing program objectives.
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Palliser Primary Care Network
03.2013 - 12.2015
- Conducted community outreach events promoting preventive health measures such as vaccinations, screenings, and lifestyle modifications to reduce risk factors for chronic illnesses.
- Streamlined communication between healthcare team members, ensuring timely updates on patient progress and treatment plans.
- Evaluated nursing practices in the primary care setting to identify areas for improvement, implementing evidence-based changes that led to better patient outcomes.
- Provided essential support during emergencies, responding quickly and effectively to stabilize patients until advanced medical intervention was available.
- Improved patient outcomes with thorough assessments, accurate diagnoses, and appropriate interventions.
- Delivered culturally sensitive care to diverse populations, adjusting communication styles and treatment approaches as needed.
- Assisted physicians during examinations procedures by preparing necessary equipment supplies providing direct hands-on assistance when required.
- Developed strong relationships with patients built on trust, empathy, respect, resulting in increased patient adherence to treatment plans recommendations from their healthcare providers.
Occupational Health Nurse
JBS Beef Plant
10.2012 - 04.2013
- Maintained detailed records of employee health data, ensuring compliance with privacy regulations and facilitating data-driven decision making on workplace wellness initiatives.
- Utilized well-honed communication and active listening skills to conduct pre-employment screenings.
- Served as a resource for employees experiencing personal or family health issues, offering guidance on available resources and support services.
- Facilitated communication between employees and management regarding occupational health concerns, promoting an open dialogue around workplace safety issues.
- Provided individualized medical counseling for employees and coordinated examination requirement activities.
- Improved employee health by implementing comprehensive wellness programs and initiatives.
- Provided guidance on proper use of personal protective equipment, significantly reducing the risk of exposure to hazardous materials.
- Managed immunization campaigns, significantly reducing the spread of communicable diseases within the company.
- Enhanced employee productivity by providing prompt and effective medical care for work-related illnesses and injuries.
- Provided ongoing health education to employees, fostering a culture of wellness and selfcare.
- Analyzed organizational ergonomics for optimal workstation design that reduced strain-related injuries.
- Employed nursing skills to evaluate patient care needs, prioritize treatment and maintain patient flow.
- Coordinated with external healthcare providers to ensure seamless continuity of care for employees receiving treatment outside the workplace.
LPN Charge Nurse
Age Care
06.2008 - 10.2012
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
- Evaluated staff performance through regular assessments, identifying areas for improvement and facilitating professional development opportunities.
- Analyzed patient assessments and laboratory data to bring any issues to attention of physicians.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing effective discharge planning strategies and providing thorough patient education.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to make sound clinical decisions in high-pressure situations, minimizing risks and ensuring patient safety.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, keeping them informed of progress reports and collaborating on decisions regarding their loved ones'' healthcare plans.
- Managed complex wound care cases, applying advanced knowledge of wound healing principles to achieve optimal results.
- Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
- Updated patient medical records with services provided, health conditions, and response to treatments.
- Achieved successful unit leadership by providing quality nursing care to 30 to 50 patients per day.
- Promoted continuity of care by thoroughly documenting shift-to-shift communication in nursing reports.
- Documented vitals and medical histories in patient charts when assessing patients and communicated patient information to physicians and other nurses for care continuity.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for improved accuracy, reducing medication errors and ensuring patient safety.
- Implemented evidence-based nursing practices to improve patient health and maintain compliance with regulatory standards.
- Promoted patient independence by teaching self-care skills and explaining conditions and medications.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care, supporting patients and their families through difficult times.
- Improved infection control measures by closely monitoring staff adherence to proper hand hygiene protocols.
- Delegated tasks effectively, optimizing staff productivity and maintaining a well-organized nursing unit.
- Served as a mentor to new nurses, fostering a positive work environment and promoting professional growth.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes and deliver high-quality care.
- Maintained accurate medical records in accordance with established protocols, ensuring confidentiality of sensitive information at all times.
- Assisted physicians during procedures, demonstrating strong clinical knowledge and attention to detail for successful outcomes.
- Enhanced patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
- Helped patients complete bathing, dressing and eating.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
- Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment and reusable supplies.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
05.2001 -
No Degree - Licensed Practical Nursing
05.2001 -
High School Diploma -
05.2001 -
Skills
Hazard Identification
Health Promotion
Care Planning
Confidentiality Practices
Preventive Care
Workplace Safety
Clinical judgment
Infection Control
Medical record-keeping
Immunization Administration
Injury Prevention
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Industrial hygiene
Regulatory Compliance
Drug Testing
Hearing Conservation
Employee health programs
Occupational Health Regulations
Chemical exposure monitoring
Return to work coordination
Occupational health protocol
Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations
Health surveillance
Medication and IV administration
Patient Education
Teamwork and Collaboration
Vitals monitoring
Microsoft Office
Problem-Solving
Patient Care Assessment
Direct Patient Care
Wound Care
Monitoring Vital Signs
Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Medication Administration
Excellent Communication
Intravenous therapy
Compassionate and Caring
Decision-Making
First Aid
Self Motivation
Time management abilities
Adaptability and Flexibility
Critical Thinking
Effective Communication
Active Listening
Patient Condition Monitoring
Medical Recordkeeping
Organizational Skills
Patient Examination
Attention to Detail
Problem-solving aptitude
Clear Patient Communication
Diabetes management
Patient and family advocacy
Analytical Thinking
Collecting vitals
Relationship Building
Routine Examinations
Documentation
Sanitation
Safety Protocols
Task Prioritization
Interpersonal Skills
Professionalism
Immunizations and Vaccinations
Written Communication
Interpersonal Communication
Patient Care Oversight
Nursing Performance Assessment
Preventive Healthcare
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Dutch
Native or Bilingual
German
Elementary
Software
Jonoke, Suncor software, Wolf, Microsoft office
Certification
Hearing, lung functioln testing Alcohol and drug testing in urine + hair DOT certified, Maskfitting testing
Dancing, karaoke, painting, sewing, knitting
I love to dance, sing and be creative, this is very relaxing for me. I have a hard time not doing anything or watch TV for instance.
So these are my ways of socializing and relaxing in my spare time.
And all of these things make me feel good.
Timeline
Occupational Health Nurse - Driver Check
06.2021 - 08.2023
Nursing Instructor - Bow Valley College
05.2015 - 08.2021
Primary Care Registered Nurse - Palliser Primary Care Network
03.2013 - 12.2015
Occupational Health Nurse - JBS Beef Plant
10.2012 - 04.2013
LPN Charge Nurse - Age Care
06.2008 - 10.2012
University of Calgary - Bachelor of Nursing, Nursing
05.2001 -
Bow Valley College - No Degree, Licensed Practical Nursing
05.2001 -
Medicine Hat College, Brooks Campus - High School Diploma,
05.2001 -