Rachel MacDonald
Hopewell,NS
Summary
Proficient and caring nursing team member offering 2 years of experience on the surgical floor. Addresses patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about satisfaction, safety and wellness while providing exceptional patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Management of patient care through monitoring vitals, blood glucose levels, and neurological checks. Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Post operative care management of Orthopedic and General surgery patients.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Server
The Dock Food Spirits & Ales
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Followed safety, sanitization, and food handling guidelines
- Memorized menu additions, changes, and limited offerings
- Managed billing and payments with POS system and accurate order input.
Office Receptionist (Contract)
Thompson Brothers Roofing and Siding Ltd.
06.2017 - 09.2018
- Proficient user of Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, and Outlook
- Provided clients with work estimate after consultation with the manager
- Processed invoices.
Front End Supervisor and Customer Service Support
Sobeys
12.2014 - 05.2017
- Provided information to customers and resolved customer complaints
- Calculated total payments received at end of work shift and reconciled with total sales
- Kept periodic balance sheets of amounts and numbers of transactions.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Nova Scotia Community College
07.2022
High School Diploma -
North Nova Education Centre
06.2017
Certification
- First Aid CPR-C & AED
- Dementia: Understanding the Journey, 04/2021
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Nova Scotia Health Authority
09.2022 - Current
Server
The Dock Food Spirits & Ales
09.2019 - 06.2022
Office Receptionist (Contract)
Thompson Brothers Roofing and Siding Ltd.
06.2017 - 09.2018
Front End Supervisor and Customer Service Support
Sobeys
12.2014 - 05.2017
Practical Nursing Diploma -
Nova Scotia Community College
High School Diploma -
North Nova Education Centre
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