ROSE JAMES
Community Health Ontario
Toronto,ON
1
Certification
11
Years of experience
Compassionate registered practical nurse with extensive experience in community health and chronic disease management, dedicated to delivering high-quality patient care. Expertise in developing individualized care plans and conducting comprehensive assessments ensures tailored support for diverse patient needs. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and significantly improve quality of life. Committed to fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes holistic well-being and empowers patients in their health journeys.
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
9 Years 1 Month- Administered prescribed medications, injections, immunizations, and treatments per CNO standards.
- Administered COVID-19 and influenza vaccinations, monitoring patients for adverse reactions to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to clients in home clinic and community settings.
- Completed physical assessments and monitored health status for necessary interventions.
- Delivered wound care, managed chronic diseases, and educated patients on preventive health measures.
- Developed individualized care plans and evaluated patient outcomes through documentation.
- Coordinated with healthcare professionals to enhance continuity of care for patients.
- Promoted patient safety and infection prevention initiatives while maintaining accurate EMR records.
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
9 Months- Provided comprehensive nursing care to adult medical and surgical patients in a dynamic acute care environment.
- Conducted thorough physical assessments and monitored vital signs, promptly reporting critical findings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Administered post-operative care focusing on pain management, wound assessment, and dressing changes to support patient recovery per clinical protocols.
- Administered oral, subcutaneous, intramuscular, and intravenous medications while observing therapeutic responses.
- Facilitated intravenous therapy, blood transfusions, specimen collection, ECG monitoring, and oxygen therapy procedures.
- Partnered with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate individualized care plans, ensuring tailored interventions for optimal patient care.
- Educated patients and families on medications, disease processes, discharge instructions, and health promotion strategies.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation while ensuring compliance with infection prevention and patient safety standards.
- Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
Dementia Health Care Coordinator
6 Years 8 Months- Coordinated comprehensive care for seniors with dementia and complex health conditions, ensuring continuity across community settings.
- Conducted cognitive, functional, psychosocial, and risk assessments to identify changing client needs.
- Developed, implemented, and evaluated individualized care plans in collaboration with physicians, nurse practitioners, social workers, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, and community partners.
- Monitored client progress and adjusted interventions to improve health outcomes and quality of life.
- Educated patients, families, and caregivers on dementia progression and management strategies, enhancing understanding and support systems.
- Responded to urgent clinical concerns and behavioural crises, providing timely assessment, intervention, and follow-up.
- Facilitated referrals to specialized services including memory clinics, home care, geriatric psychiatry, and community support programs.
- Maintained accurate, timely electronic documentation while ensuring compliance with professional standards and privacy legislation.
- Advocated for patient-centered care, fostering independence and dignity through informed decision-making processes.
- Coordinated patient care plans across multidisciplinary teams to enhance service delivery and patient outcomes.
Housing with Support Home Manager
1 Year- Managed the daily operations of a supportive housing program serving individuals with complex social and health needs.
- Coordinated intake, resident assessments, service planning, and referrals to healthcare and community agencies, ensuring seamless access to necessary services.
- Supported residents through crisis intervention, advocacy, conflict resolution, and individualized service planning, enhancing resident well-being and stability.
- Supervised staff, students, and volunteers, fostering a collaborative environment that prioritized client needs.
- Ensured compliance with organizational policies, health and safety legislation, and quality assurance standards.
Education
Social Service Worker Diploma
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Patient evaluation and care strategy
Medication management and infection prevention
Wound evaluation and dressing application
Chronic illness coordination
Health promotion in communities
Dementia care specialization
Interdisciplinary team collaboration
Behavioral assessment expertise
Fall prevention strategies
Palliative care services
Electronic medical record management
Family advocacy
Direct patient care
Certification
- Registered Practical Nurse (RPN), College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
- Current CPR/BLS Certification
- COVID-19 Immunization Training
- Infection Prevention & Control Training
- Dementia Care & Behavioural Support Training
Clinical Expertise
- Comprehensive Nursing Assessment
- Community & Home Care Nursing
- Dementia & Geriatric Care
- Medication Administration
- Care Planning & Evaluation
- Wound Assessment & Dressing
- Chronic Disease Management
- Health Promotion & Patient Education
- Care Coordination & Case Management
- Cognitive & Psychosocial Assessment
- Behavioral Support & Crisis Intervention
- Infection Prevention & Control
- Immunization (COVID-19 & Influenza)
- Falls Prevention & Patient Safety
- Palliative & Supportive Care
- EMR Documentation
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Patient & Family Advocate
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Medical-Surgical Unit
Baby Memorial Hospital
08.2025 - 05.2026Read More
Dementia Health Care Coordinator
Unity Health Toronto
10.2018 - 06.2025Read More
Registered Practical Nurse
Community Health Ontario
07.2017 - CurrentRead More
Housing with Support Home Manager
The Salvation Army
12.2015 - 12.2016Read More
Father Muller College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Nursing
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St. Clair College of Applied Arts and Technology
Social Service Worker Diploma
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