Rachelle Lively
Calgary,AB
Summary
Compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse with a strong passion for providing exceptional care to individuals of all ages. Known for excellent interpersonal skills and a commitment to delivering patient and family-centered care. Highly adaptable, with a proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and quickly adjust to changing patient care needs. Recognized for strong leadership abilities and outstanding communication skills, both verbal and written. Motivated to continuously learn and grow in the nursing field, and eager to contribute to a dynamic healthcare team dedicated to high-quality patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Care Designer/Client Care Manager
Nurse Next Door
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive client consultations to create personalized Care Plans tailored to each client's unique needs and preferences.
- Oversaw client care through regular follow-ups via phone and in-home visits, ensuring client satisfaction and making adjustments to Care Plans as necessary.
- Managed office operations, including supervising and training the scheduling team, training Care Designers, reviewing and updating policies and procedures, and ensuring accurate visit documentation for billing and payroll purposes.
- Handled client intake calls and service inquiries, providing timely and professional responses to address needs and concerns.
- Actively participated in community events and brand-building activities to enhance visibility and support organizational growth.
- Provided ongoing guidance, training, and support to field LPN's and Caregivers to ensure high-quality care and adherence to Care Plans.
- Demonstrated flexibility by stepping out of the Care Designer role to assist with additional responsibilities, including billing and payroll, scheduling, and stepping in as a Caregiver or LPN to ensure client's receive care.
- Performed on-call duties, including client intakes, addressing field staff questions, and providing support and solutions to our Care Services Team to ensure efficient scheduling and staffing of client visits.
Specimen Collector and Vaccinator
ACESO (Contracted With AHS & City of Calgary)
02.2021 - 04.2023
- Administered monoclonal antibody injections into the Ventrogluteal muscles for immunocompromised patients across Alberta, ensuring accurate and safe treatment delivery.
- Led a mobile vaccination team, providing COVID-19 vaccinations and health information at various locations throughout Calgary in a mobile unit.
- Lead nurse responsible for maintaining and preparing medications and supplies, educating patients on treatment and aftercare, administering injections, monitoring vital signs, documenting patient's treatment, and training staff.
- Coordinated logistics for patient care at mobile sites, schools, homes, and businesses across Alberta, ensuring appropriate supplies, transport, and team readiness.
- Managed sample collection and transport for COVID-19 testing, including bilateral nasal, nasopharyngeal, and oropharyngeal swabs, ensuring accurate handling and timely delivery to labs.
- Conducted Point-of-Care Testing (POCT) using Panbio and IDNOW devices at diverse locations, ensuring high-quality and efficient testing services.
- Trained and mentored new staff, optimized patient flow, and maintained meticulous documentation in compliance with the Health Information Act (HIA).
Student Practical Nurse
Pediatrics/Cardiology/Acute/LTC
09.2019 - 10.2020
- Initiated and monitored standard medical care, including vital sign checks, head-to-toe assessments, and oral medication administration, ensuring accurate and timely documentation in SCM.
- Assisted patients with ADLs, including mobility, hygiene, meal support, and monitoring fluid intake/output for record-keeping.
- Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs, bandages, and PEG tubes under the supervision of licensed nursing professionals.
- Conducted research on diagnoses, medications, and nursing interventions to enhance care knowledge and ensure safe administration of treatments.
- Reported patient status changes to the clinical team and collaborated to optimize patient care plans.
- Prioritized safety protocols, minimizing the risk of accidents and infection while providing compassionate care to patients
- Provided emotional support, advocated for patient comfort, and closely monitored patients to ensure well-being.
- Demonstrated strong ability to identify abnormalities during assessments and relay vital information to the healthcare team for timely interventions.
Student Practical Nurse
Alberta Children’s Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
- Performed assessments and vital signs at the appropriate time while prioritizing patient care, able to identify abnormalities during assessments, and documented in a timely manner
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery
Cardiology/Cardiac Sciences
Peter Lougheed Centre
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living, collected vitals and head-to-toe assessment, completed wound care and dressing changes using sterile technique and managed catheters and IVs
- Documented all patient assessment findings and procedures in a timely manner
- Checked in on patients at regular intervals to record food and fluid intake and output, taking measures to promote healthy levels as needed
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider
- Fostered relationships with patients to minimize patient anxiety and distress, and enhanced cooperation by educating on procedure details, instructions, and expectations
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care
- Tested blood glucose and administered insulin
Acute Care/Transitional Services
Foothills Medical Centre
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Initiated standard medical care, including vital sign monitoring, head-to-toe assessments, and oral medication administration, and documented findings promptly in SCM
- Monitored patient status and reported changes to clinical team
- Assisted patients with ADL’s, including mobility needs, helping patients with meals, supported personal hygiene needs and monitored fluid input and output for permanent records
- Investigated diagnoses and researched prescribed medications to learn more about mechanism of action, side effects, contraindications, lab values, and nursing interventions
- Observed safety protocols to minimize accidents and spread of disease
- Operated under the direction of licensed nursing professionals and pursued opportunities for learning new skills
- Collaborated with staff members to facilitate quality care
- Monitored and maintained catheters, IVs, bandages, and PEG tubes
Education
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB11.2020
Skills
- Fast-Paced Environment Adaptability
- Independent & Team Collaboration
- Home Health Care
- Strong verbal and written communication
- Rapid learning & Adaptability
- Patient & Family-Centered Care
- Effective multitasking
- Attention to Detail & Accuracy
Certification
- Licensed Practical Nurse - License #53231
- CPR and Basic Life Support
- Immunization Certified
- Anaphylaxis Management Certified
Sponsorship
- Sponsoring two children and their communities in Ethiopia and Indonesia since 2019 to help provide food, water, education, and more.
Timeline
Care Designer/Client Care Manager
Nurse Next Door
06.2023 - Current
Specimen Collector and Vaccinator
ACESO (Contracted With AHS & City of Calgary)
02.2021 - 04.2023
Student Practical Nurse
Alberta Children’s Hospital
09.2020 - 10.2020
Cardiology/Cardiac Sciences
Peter Lougheed Centre
07.2020 - 08.2020
Acute Care/Transitional Services
Foothills Medical Centre
01.2020 - 03.2020
Student Practical Nurse
Pediatrics/Cardiology/Acute/LTC
09.2019 - 10.2020
Diploma - Licensed Practical Nurse
Bow Valley College
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