Robyn Mandap
East Selkirk
Summary
Hardworking Registered Nurse successful in providing individualized patient care. Committed to delivering best-in-class care through effective education and counseling, to both pediatric patients and their families. Proven leader focused on increasing and enhancing patient care and satisfaction, whilst using a team based approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, CK3
Shared Health - WRHA
Winnipeg, MB
10.2016 - Current
- Manage care from admission to discharge.
- Confer with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Educate patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis, treatment options and medications, as well as on disease process and management.
- Organize and manage interdisciplinary care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures, including PT, OT and SW, as well as CPC and CFS.
- Perform skills such as catheter and NG insertion, care of CVADs and EVDs, burn care and dressing changes, among others.
- Review post-operative orders and continuously monitor patients' post-operative vitals, set up PCA and fluids, and orient patients and families to unit.
- Advise patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use and disease management.
- Lead a successful team comprised of RNs, NAs, UAs and students, both while assigned as shift leader and on a daily basis.
- Administer medications and treatments, while monitoring responses and working with the healthcare team to adjust care plans. This includes many shifts in the 2:1 monitor setting, as well as with EMU.
- Evaluate healthcare needs and goals of treatment and discharge, and consult optimal providers, i.e. implementing Home Care visits and scheduling dressing changes in remote communities.
- Maintain patient charts, Kardexes, Medworxx and Oculys to ensure records, as well as goals of treatment and discharge, remain current and consistent. This also enhances patient flow throughout the Child Health program.
- Train new and student nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Previous preceptor for a recent employee on CK3
Clinical Resource Nurse (CRN)
Shared Health
Children's Hospital Of Winnipeg, CK3
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing evidence-based clinical protocols.
- Enhanced communication among interdisciplinary teams, providing clear and concise hand-off reports.
- Streamlined nursing processes for increased efficiency, evaluating and revising workflows as needed.
- Increased staff competency with ongoing education and training sessions, tailored to individual needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by collaborating on discharge planning and patient education initiatives.
- Provided mentorship to new nurses, facilitating their transition into the clinical setting with confidence and competence.
- Served as a resource for complex medical cases, providing expert guidance on appropriate interventions and care plans.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to design individualized care plans that addressed patients'' unique needs effectively.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings, fostering collaboration among diverse healthcare experts in pursuit of optimal patient outcomes.
- Acted as an advocate for patients' rights, ensuring dignity was maintained during all aspects of care delivery processes.
- Evaluated clinical competencies among staff members periodically, offering constructive feedback and targeted support to address identified areas for improvement.
- Efficiently allocated nursing staff to patients based upon severity of conditions, injuries or illnesses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team to evaluate patient data and determine patient care plans.
- Monitored patients, evaluated results, and recommended further courses of treatment to quickly improve patient outcomes.
- Provided wound care to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Handled patient discharge planning, arranging for follow-up care after leaving healthcare facility.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Nursing Unit Assistant
Cancer Care Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
07.2014 - 03.2016
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Checked supply availability and laid out instruments for the Prostate Centre, including for cystoscopies, biopsies and seed implantation.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, performed duties accurately, and improved efficiency and productivity.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in a fast-paced environment, while ensuring that all work was done proficiently and accurately.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing With Honours -
Red River College
Winnipeg, MB08.2016
Skills
- Experience and knowledge performing Child Health CRN roles and duties
- Healthcare personnel supervision, student preceptorship, and creation of appropriate Nursing assignments as team Leader
- Experience coordinating with superiors on patient admissions and transfers, while advocating for patient safety
- Provide treatment recommendations and modifications
- Provide pharmacologic intervention with focus on pain prevention, treatment and control
- Initiate and complete community program referrals (ie homecare)
- Knowledge on admissions and discharge processes
- Proficient in wound management including complex wounds and burn care
- Compassionate and caring, with strong social skills
- Advocate for patient, family and staff
Professional Development
- Active Registration with CRNM
- American Burn Association Attendee 2018
- Up to date on all education sessions offered through the Child Health Program
- Criminal Record Check and Adult and Child Abuse Registry Check Last Completed in 2020
References
References Available Upon Request
Timeline
Clinical Resource Nurse (CRN)
Shared Health
10.2023 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse, CK3
Shared Health - WRHA
10.2016 - Current
Nursing Unit Assistant
Cancer Care Manitoba
07.2014 - 03.2016
Bachelor of Nursing With Honours -
Red River College