Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Kelsey Cournoyer

Salmo,BC

Summary

Compassionate and professional Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience in both acute and long-term care settings. Skilled in providing exceptional client centered care to diverse patient populations. Reliable and ethical healthcare provider with the ability to stay calm and intervene efficiently during crisis. Proven ability to build positive relationships with patients, family members, physicians, and other medical professionals.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Convalescent Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authourity
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
05.2022 - Current
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
  • Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.

Registered Nurse

Kootenay Lake Hospital
Nelson, Canada
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • On general Medical floor and Emergency department

Registered Nurse

Saskatoon City Hospital
Saskatoon, Canada
01.2016 - 01.2018
  • On post surgical ward; Involved in the direct care of short and long-stay patients following Orthopedic, Gynecologic, Ophthamology, and Orthognathic surgeries

Charge Nurse

Porteous Lodge
Saskatoon, Canada
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Overseeing the care of 97 long term care patients with emphasis on and Eden philosophy of care

Registered Nurse

Saskatoon City Hospital
Saskatoon, Canada
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Assigned to Orthopedic, Day Surgery, Gynecology, Transitional Care, and Rehabilitation units

Registered Nurse

Royal University Hospital
Saskatoon, Canada
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • On acute medical unit with emphasis on the Respiratory and Nephrology systems

Home Health Aide

Saskatoon, Canada
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Providing patient care and medication administration to patients in a community setting

Special Care Aide

Saskatoon City Hospital
Saskatoon, Canada
01.2007 - 01.2008
  • Special Care aid on Rehabilitation Unit providing assistance with all personal care and ADL's

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Science -

Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan, University of Saskatchewan
Saskatoon, SK
05.2009

Skills

  • Strong critical thinking, assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation skills
  • Competent, efficient, and safe medication administration
  • Proficient and thorough documentation and charting abilities
  • Able to facilitate groups, and work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
  • Excellent prioritization and delegation attributes
  • Experience wound care
  • Accomplished patient teaching skills and adequate in training and development of new/student nurses and auxiliary staff
  • Optimal physical fitness and focused on healthy living
  • Familiar with Mini Data Sets (MDS) and Resident Assessment Instruments (RAI) in long term care settings

Certification

  • Current Registration with the SRNA and BCCNP
  • First Aid & CPR level C AED Certification, BLS
  • TLR certification
  • Charge Nurse Workshop, 05/01/14
  • Workplace Assessment Violence Education Certificate, 05/01/15
  • Wound Care Certification, 05/01/19
  • Nurse Injector Certification, 09/01/22

References

  • Tyrone Okrainetz, Manager of Nursing, 6200 Convalescent Unit, Saskatoon, SK, Tyrone.Okrainetz@Saskatoonhealthregion.ca, (306) 655-7476
  • Linda Gartner, Manager of Nursing, Unit 3100/3200/3300 Surgery, Saskatoon, SK, Linda.Gartner@Saskatoonhealthregion.ca, (306) 655-8178
  • Trina Larson, Inpatient Manager, 3rd Floor Medicine, Nelson, BC, (250) 551-2645

Timeline

Registered Nurse Convalescent Unit

Saskatchewan Health Authourity
05.2022 - Current

Registered Nurse

Kootenay Lake Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022

Registered Nurse

Saskatoon City Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2018

Charge Nurse

Porteous Lodge
01.2013 - 01.2016

Registered Nurse

Saskatoon City Hospital
01.2012 - 01.2013

Registered Nurse

Royal University Hospital
01.2009 - 01.2012

Home Health Aide

01.2008 - 01.2009

Special Care Aide

Saskatoon City Hospital
01.2007 - 01.2008

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing Science -

Nursing Education Program of Saskatchewan, University of Saskatchewan

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