Rachel Keats
CBS,NL
Summary
Compassionate registered nurse with background in medicine, critical care and most recently, Community Supports. Skilled in fast-paced environments, prioritizing patient needs and delivering high-quality care. Improved patient satisfaction through attentive service and advocacy.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Health Nurse
NL Health Services
St. John's, Newfoundland and Labrador
01.2024 - Current
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation according to clinic standards.
- Actively sought out opportunities for continuing education related to clinical practice.
- Demonstrated empathy towards patients while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Developed individualized patient-care plans based upon assessment findings.
- Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, surgical wounds and trauma-related wounds.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of treatment plans for wounds, monitored wound healing progress and adjusted care plans as necessary.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Administered medications (intramuscular, subcutaneous, intravenous), monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Instructed clients on wound care techniques to promote self-sufficiency.
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
05.2010 - 01.2024
- Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of the care team.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
- Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
PCA
Eastern Health
St. John's, NL
05.2008 - 04.2010
- Performed variety of delegated basic patient care services to support nursing functions and activities of daily living.
- Helped patients' feel independent and dignified by assisting with activities of daily living (ADLs).
Education
Critical Care Nursing
Eastern Health
St John’s, NL01.2018
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St John’s, NL05.2010
Skills
- Care Coordination
- Critical Thinking
- Compassionate and Caring
- Complex Wound Care
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Family and Patient Support
- Direct patient care
Timeline
Community Health Nurse
NL Health Services
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Eastern Health
05.2010 - 01.2024
PCA
Eastern Health
05.2008 - 04.2010
Critical Care Nursing
Eastern Health
Bachelor of Nursing -
Memorial University of Newfoundland
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