RILEIGH BINGHAM
Elmvale,ON
Summary
Compassionate Registered Practical Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Ambulatory Care, Georgian Bay General Hospital
01.2023 - Current
- Managed quality care for 20+ patients/day with specific health needs.
- Specialized training in a variety of clinics including; Gynecological, urology, minor surgeries, infusions, pre and post op, GIMRAC, ophthalmology, ENT, and pain clinic.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing changing conditions.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Student RPN - Praxis
Georgian Bay General Hospital - Ambulatory Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Monitor patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Evaluated 20+ patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms/day.
Screener
Georgian Bay General Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Preformed Covid-19 screening questions to individuals who enter hospital.
- Complied with all federal, state and local regulations as well as company rules.
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Georgian Bay General Hospital - Med Surgical
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing full patient caseloads.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Personal Support Assistant
Private Residence
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Used discretion when handling personal data to ensure 100% patient confidentiality.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Observed and documented over 20 patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Spencer House
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Completed rigorous readings as directed to support unit learning goals.
- Brought new perspectives to classroom discussions with materials found during independent research.
- Updated treatment plans on monthly basis with latest intervention strategies and progress notes.
- Managed caseload to satisfy over 20 patients with diverse needs.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Resident Care Attendant
UCP, Bayfield House
11.2019 - 06.2020
- Upheld infection control and prevention policies across different patient-facing areas.
- Established residence's service plan and provided assistance with toileting, bathing, dressing, oral hygiene and other daily living tasks.
- Helped patients complete range of motion exercises to prevent loss of function during care.
- Assisted over 50 elderly, convalescents and disabled residents with daily living activities in residential care facilities.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice in Canada
Georgian College
Barrie, ON12.2022
Skills
- Patient Assessments
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Patient Education
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Patient Care Planning
- Mental Health Care
- Glucose Testing
- Electrocardiogram (EKG/ECG)
- Intakes and Discharges
- Wound Care
- Catheterization
Certification
- Coronary Care Certification - Dec 2023 (in progress)
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention - February 2023
- Emergency First Aid (HCP) - Expires April 2024
- N95 Mask Fit - January 2023
- Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA) - February 2020
- Member of the Canadian Ski Patrol - November 2017 - November 2020
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Ambulatory Care, Georgian Bay General Hospital
01.2023 - Current
Student RPN - Praxis
Georgian Bay General Hospital - Ambulatory Care
09.2022 - 12.2022
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Georgian Bay General Hospital - Med Surgical
05.2022 - 08.2022
Screener
Georgian Bay General Hospital
11.2021 - 11.2022
Personal Support Assistant
Private Residence
08.2021 - 11.2021
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Waypoint Centre For Mental Health Care
01.2021 - 04.2021
Student RPN - Clinical Placement
Spencer House
05.2020 - 08.2020
Resident Care Attendant
UCP, Bayfield House
11.2019 - 06.2020
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing Practice in Canada
Georgian College
- Coronary Care Certification - Dec 2023 (in progress)
- Non Violent Crisis Intervention - February 2023
- Emergency First Aid (HCP) - Expires April 2024
- N95 Mask Fit - January 2023
- Gentle Persuasion Approach (GPA) - February 2020
- Member of the Canadian Ski Patrol - November 2017 - November 2020
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