Rajina Sivakumar

Dedicated clinical extern with proficiency in patient care, treatment procedures, and documentation. Effective communicator adept at fostering collaboration among interdisciplinary teams and providing compassionate support to patients. Dedicated to delivering meticulous care with a focus on positive outcomes. Ready to contribute nursing expertise to a dynamic clinical environment.

 Sunnybrook Veterans Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre- Toronto, ON                 01/2023 - 04/2023                                                 

• Enhanced patient care by providing assistance with daily living activities including bathing, grooming, and feeding patients.
• Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate clients optimum level of wellness.
• Demonstrated responsiveness to patient needs by promptly answering call bells and addressing patient requests.
• Ensured patient comfort and safety throughout the JP drain removal procedure by providing clear explanations, addressing patient concerns, and maintaining a sterile environment.

Surgical Inpatient Unit, Markham Stouffville Hospital- Markham, ON                                   09/2023 - 12/2023

• Improved patient satisfaction by efficiently managing and updating patient records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Assisted in administering medications to patients, including oral and subcutaneous routes, under the supervision of registered nurses.
• Implemented fall prevention strategies and maintained a safe patient environment by ensuring clutter-free pathways and proper use of assistive devices.

Surgical Inpatient Unit, Markham Stouffville Hospital- Markham, ON                                    01/2024 - Current

• Proficiently administered medications to patients via various routes, including oral, subcutaneous, and intravenous (IV), in accordance with physician orders and nursing protocols.
• Demonstrated competency in wound assessment, cleansing, and application of appropriate dressings to promote healing and prevent infection.

• Standard First Aid Level C
• CPR/AED Level Basic Life Support
• Life Saving Society Bronze Medallion