SHARON C. BORELAND
Brampton,Canada
Summary
Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in community, acute, and long-term care settings. Proven ability to deliver resident-centered care in compliance with Ministry Standards and the Residents Bill of Rights. Strong organizational skills with a demonstrated capacity to adapt to changing work environments. Committed to enhancing patient outcomes through effective care strategies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Region of Peel
Brampton, Ontario
01.2005 - 09.2023
- Implement and manage clinical and related support to ensure plan of care are effectively delivered.
- Participate in interdisciplinary planning; address resident/family concerns.
- Monitor and clinically direct nursing support personnel.
- Adheres to Ministry Standards, Resident Bill of Rights and CNO standards and principles.
Supervisor of Care (Acting)
Region of Peel -Vera M. Davis Centre
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Oversaw admission, transfer, and discharge processes to ensure individualized resident care.
- Developed a competent care team accountable for direct resident support activities.
- Ensured compliance with legislation, standards, and resident rights in all care practices.
- Demonstrated expertise in restorative care needs, assessment techniques, and medication protocols.
- Collaborated with department supervisors to enhance staff orientation and development programs.
- Participated in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives across nursing and paramedical services.
- Assessed and resolved resident and family concerns through thorough investigations.
- Conducted performance evaluations and monitored nursing staff via audits of Resident Care documentation.
RN Case Manager
Central Local Health Integration Network
01.1999 - 12.2021
- Conducted comprehensive psychosocial and health assessments for 135 geriatric clients.
- Assessed patient needs through detailed evaluations and health history reviews.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Facilitated communication among patients, families, and healthcare providers for clarity.
- Documented case details in electronic health records to maintain compliance.
- Coordinated medical services among primary care providers, specialists, and clinics.
- Advocated for patient access to essential services within healthcare system.
- Facilitated referrals to community resources for additional support.
Registered Nurse
William Osler Hospital-Etobicoke
02.2000 - 12.2004
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Maintained accurate patient records in electronic health systems.
- Educated patients and families on health management and treatment options.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University
Toronto, OntarioInfection Prevention and Control Certification -
Queen's University
Kingston, OntarioSkills
- Patient assessment and care planning
- Medication management
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Electronic health records
- Regulatory compliance
- Care plan development
- Case management
- Quality improvement
- Crisis intervention
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Eligibility assessment
- Treatment planning
- Care coordination
Timeline
Supervisor of Care (Acting)
Region of Peel -Vera M. Davis Centre
02.2022 - 09.2022
Registered Nurse
Region of Peel
01.2005 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse
William Osler Hospital-Etobicoke
02.2000 - 12.2004
RN Case Manager
Central Local Health Integration Network
01.1999 - 12.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Nursing
Toronto Metropolitan University
Infection Prevention and Control Certification -
Queen's University