Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Clinical Placements
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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Rachel Pirt

Sarnia,Ontario

Summary

A compassionate and ambitious, dual citizen, willing to uproot and embark on an evolutionary journey as a novice registered nurse. Eager to provide life-changing and exceptional patient-centered care to all patients, with a passion for critical care. Committed to lifelong learning and professional development, strongly dedicated to making a positive impact.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Nurse Extern

St.Mary's General Hospital
Kitchener , Ontario
03.2023 - 10.2023
  • Provided safe and competent care under the supervision of a registered nurse, including wound care, catheterization, and intravenous management.
  • Assisted throughout bedside sterile procedures, involving burr holes, PICC line insertions and thoracotomies.
  • Participated in and observed multidisciplinary rounds and patient discharge teaching to foster learning and growth.
  • Adhered to agency policies and procedures regarding infection prevention and control, and best practice guidelines.

Personal Support Worker

ParaMed
Kitchener , Ontario
05.2022 - 09.2022
  • Assisted patients in accomplishing their activities of daily living, including medication administration, hygiene needs, meal preparation, and exercises.
  • Built a safe, therapeutic, and positive environment when providing care to patients in various environments.
  • Collaborated alongside various healthcare professionals to provide optimal patient care.
  • Implemented and contributed to individualized patient care plans and educational needs.

Cashier

Sunripe
Sarnia , Ontario
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • Went above and beyond to meet customers' and businesses' needs.
  • Kept work spaces clean, organized, and well-stocked.
  • Active team member requesting to undertake further responsibilities and maintain professional behaviour.
  • Nurtured a positive and welcoming environment for customers and staff.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
12-2024

High School Diploma -

Northern Collegiate Institute And Vocational School
Sarnia, ON
06-2021

Skills

  • Reliable
  • Critical care
  • Self-discipline
  • Complex wound care
  • Active team member
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Critical thinking and judgment
  • Time management and organization

Clinical Placements

  • Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital: Cardiology and telemetry unit- 360 hours 09/2024-12/2024
  • Hamilton General Hospital: Neurology and step-down unit- 288 hours 05/2024-08/2024
  • Grand River Hospital: Pediatric unit and NICU- 144 hours 01/2024-04/2024
  • Grand River Hospital: Oncology unit- 144 hours 09/2023-12/2023
  • Cambridge Memorial Hospital: Medical unit- 192 hours 01/2023-04/2023
  • Guelph General Hospital: Surgical unit- 96 hours 09/2022-12/2022

Accomplishments

  • Specialist High Skills Major Graduate: Health and Wellness Health Focus
  • Honor Roll 2018-2021

Certification

  • CPR/BLS expiry 02/18/2025
  • First Aid expiry 02/18/2025
  • Respiratory fit test expiry 02/23/2026
  • RN License expected 02/2025
  • ACLS expected within first year of practice
  • CCRN expected within first year of practice
  • Coronary Care Course I and II expected within first year of practice

Timeline

Clinical Nurse Extern

St.Mary's General Hospital
03.2023 - 10.2023

Personal Support Worker

ParaMed
05.2022 - 09.2022

Cashier

Sunripe
10.2018 - 04.2019
  • CPR/BLS expiry 02/18/2025
  • First Aid expiry 02/18/2025
  • Respiratory fit test expiry 02/23/2026
  • RN License expected 02/2025
  • ACLS expected within first year of practice
  • CCRN expected within first year of practice
  • Coronary Care Course I and II expected within first year of practice

Bachelor of Science in Nursing -

McMaster University

High School Diploma -

Northern Collegiate Institute And Vocational School
Rachel Pirt