Sheryl Smith
Pierrefonds,QC
Summary
Highly-motivated professional with a desire to take on new challenges. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient care through effective communication, strong interpersonal skills and collaborative and cohesive teamwork. Known for a strong work ethic, conscientiousness and adaptability. Brings a positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth and achieving pharmacy objectives. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience by fostering excellent service delivery.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nurse Clinician
CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal (PSL)
Montreal, Quebec
05.2020 - 11.2024
- Adhered to ethical standards of practice while providing compassionate care
- Educated staff on new clinical protocols and procedures
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to establish healthcare needs and nursing care plans
- Analyzed laboratory results and implemented appropriate interventions accordingly
- Educated patients and family members regarding health promotion and illness prevention strategies
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions about patient care needs
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, family members, and multidisciplinary healthcare providers
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Mcgill University Health Center, MUHC
Montreal, Quebec
- Assisted in operating room setup including draping sterile fields, setting up instruments and equipment according to surgeon preference, and preparing supplies for use during surgery
- Monitored vital signs of patients during the procedure and provided necessary interventions as needed
- Evaluated new technologies utilized within the OR suite
- Ensured proper functioning of equipment prior to surgical procedures
- Organized patient records, test results, and other medical information for surgical team review
- Organized, implemented and appraised individualized perioperative nursing care for each patient throughout the entire surgical experience
- Assisted patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting relaxation, reducing stress and promoting interventional compliance
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and calmness to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages prior to administration by surgeon
- Evaluated new technologies utilized within the OR suite to determine their efficacy in improving patient outcomes
- Participated in developing policies related to infection control measures
Perioperative Nurse Clinician
McGill University Health Center, MUHC
Montreal, Quebec
05.2002 - 05.2020
- Collaborated as part of a multidisciplinary team in the provision of high-quality healthcare to diverse patient populations in a high-volume operating room setting
- Adhered to all relevant standards and guidelines, ensuring consistent compliance with established perioperative nursing ethics, legal, and moral norms
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to patient safety, infection control standards and documentation
- Maintained accurate documentation, including assessment findings, interventions provided, medications administered, and alterations in patient physical and psychosocial status
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives based on evidence-based practice
- Participated in continuing education programs to maintain clinical competency related to advances in perioperative nursing practice
- Mentored new nurses on the proper techniques for performing surgical interventions safely.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, "magna cum laude"
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON05-2002
Attestation of College Studies (ACS) - Office System Technology
Vanier College
Saint-Laurent, QC05-1997
Diploma of Collegial Studies - Nursing
Vanier College
Saint-Laurent, QC05-1993
Skills
- Professional, accountable, responsible and dedicated
- Eager and motivated to acquire new knowledge and skills
- Flexible to adjust to change and adaptable to ever-changing work environments
- Strong interpersonal skills: attentive listener, skilled communicator and empathetic
- Effective time management (prioritize, plan, and organize work responsibilities) to thrive in a fast-paced environment, effectively manage stress and ensure customer satisfaction
- Attention to detail, accurate documentation and precise prescription preparation
- Team Player
- Moderate computer literacy MYLES, Chartmaxx, DSQ, and Opera, Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel
Certification
- Ordre des infirmières et infirmiers du Québec 1993-2025
- Basic Life Support for Healthcare Workers (BLS) 2024
- Protocole D'immunisation du Québec 2023
- Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS 2015) 2015
Languages
English
Native language
French
Proficient (C2)
C2
References
References available upon request.
Interests
Keen interest in scientific reading to stay abreast of new developments in the fields of physical and emotional health and wellness
Enjoy participating in individual and team sports namely; tennis and pickleball
Enjoy practicing yoga for physical and mental well-being, relaxation and stress management
Timeline
Nurse Clinician
CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l'Île-de-Montréal (PSL)
05.2020 - 11.2024
Perioperative Nurse Clinician
McGill University Health Center, MUHC
05.2002 - 05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing, "magna cum laude"
University of Ottawa
Attestation of College Studies (ACS) - Office System Technology
Vanier College
Diploma of Collegial Studies - Nursing
Vanier College
Perioperative Registered Nurse
Mcgill University Health Center, MUHC
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