SAFFA ISMAIL
Toronto,Ontario
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a BScN and NCLEX-RN certification, experienced in acute medicine and complex care management. Proficient in implementing evidence-based protocols and coordinating care with interdisciplinary teams, resulting in optimized patient outcomes and enhanced discharge planning.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse- Alternate Level of Care (ALC)
HENNICK HUMBER HOSPITAL
Toronto, Canada
05.2026 - Current
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care for patients with complex conditions, enhancing their stability and recovery.
- Perform focused and head-to-toe assessments, monitor trends, and escalate early signs of deterioration.
- Implement evidence-based protocols for delirium prevention, falls reduction, and sepsis management.
- Administer medications (oral, IV, subcutaneous) and titrate antihypertensive and sepsis-related therapies per orders.
- Coordinated with interprofessional teams (physicians, PT/OT, RT, social work, pharmacy) to ensure safe and effective discharge planning.
- Maintained accurate documentation of assessments, interventions, and evaluations in Meditech to support continuity of care.
Clinical Extern
MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL
Toronto, Canada
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Delivered direct patient care through hourly rounding, Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), vital signs assessment, and ambulation support to enhance patient comfort and safety.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams, documenting patient progress and care plans in PowerChart to ensure continuity of care.
- Assisted healthcare professionals with patient assessments and documentation processes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care strategies.
- Managed patient records using electronic health record systems for accuracy.
Clinical Placement
HOLLAND BLOORVIEW KIDS REHABILITATION
Toronto, Canada
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Deliver specialized care for pediatric clients with tracheostomies, ventilators, and multi-system diseases.
- Administered gastrostomy tube feedings, catheterizations, ventilator support, and medications to ensure optimal care for pediatric clients.
- Documented medical interventions in Meditech to maintain accurate patient records and support clinical decision-making.
Clinical Extern
SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE
Toronto, Canada
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted patients with complex care needs and mobility challenges to enhance daily functioning.
- Facilitated support with ADLs and documented clinical changes in SunnyNet to ensure accurate patient records.
- Assisted healthcare professionals in providing patient care and support services.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented vital signs accurately in electronic records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient treatment plans effectively.
Clinical Extern
HUMBER RIVER HEALTH
Toronto, Canada
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Provided care for patients with ADLs and mobility, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient support.
- Recorded patient progress in Meditech to ensure accurate tracking of health outcomes.
- Assisted healthcare teams in delivering patient care and support services.
- Conducted patient assessments and documented findings in electronic health records.
- Coordinated schedules for patient appointments and follow-up visits efficiently.
Clinical Placement
TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL
Toronto, Canada
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Provided care for patients with Parkinson’s disease, dementia, delirium, and orthostatic hypotension, addressing individual health needs.
- Performed assessments, wound care, and medication management, documenting all interactions in Epic Electronic Health Record (EHR) for continuity of care.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Clinical Placement
SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE
Toronto, Canada
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Supported dialysis patients; collaborated on individualized care plans for cognitive decline.
- Provided oral medications under supervision and assisted with wound care and ADLs.
- Executed daily operational tasks with precision in a fast-paced environment.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Leader of Fundraiser
RED DOOR FAMILY SHELTER
Toronto, Canada
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Coordinated fundraiser for women and families, generating over $630 through community engagement.
- Led team meetings to discuss program initiatives and client needs.
- Coordinated staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and support services.
- Trained new staff on policies, procedures, and client interaction techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
Toronto, ON06.2025
Skills
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatric & Adult Assessment
- Psychiatric Care
- Health Screenings
- Nutritional Support
- Urinary Catheter Care
- Airway Management
- Crisis management
- Referral management
- Referral coordination
- Patient care planning
- Meditech
- Epic
- SunnyNet
- PowerChart
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Advocacy
- Cultural Competency
- Therapeutic Communication
- Leadership
Certification
- BLS Basic Life Support, 05/01/26
- LIPHA-80 Hour Certificates: Long Term Care, Acute Deteriorating, Responsive Behaviors, 2025
- CASN Geriatric Fluid & Electrolyte Imbalance, 2022
- Machealth Person Centered Language for Long Term Care Team Members, 2022
- Registered Nurse (RN), College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), Active, 03/01/26
References
Available upon request
Volunteer Experience
Leader of Fundraiser, Red Door Family Shelter, Toronto, ON, 01/01/20, 12/31/21, Organized a fundraiser supporting women and families; raised $630+ through community engagement.
Timeline
Registered Nurse- Alternate Level of Care (ALC)
HENNICK HUMBER HOSPITAL
05.2026 - Current
Clinical Extern
MOUNT SINAI HOSPITAL
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Placement
HOLLAND BLOORVIEW KIDS REHABILITATION
01.2024 - 01.2025
Clinical Extern
SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE
01.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Extern
HUMBER RIVER HEALTH
01.2023 - 01.2024
Clinical Placement
TORONTO WESTERN HOSPITAL
01.2023 - 12.2023
Clinical Placement
SUNNYBROOK HEALTH SCIENCES CENTRE
01.2022 - 12.2022
Leader of Fundraiser
RED DOOR FAMILY SHELTER
01.2020 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY