Patient-oriented nursing professional with several years of hands-on experience in delivering quality direct and indirect patient care to individuals in settings. Skillfully completes tasks and fosters relationships with patients, caregivers and coworkers to drive patient care goals and advance nursing philosophies.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
RK macdonald nursing home
Antigonish, Nova Scotia
07.2023 - 07.2024
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Applied interventions to progress patients toward wellness and address maintenance of wellness.
Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
Managed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Collaborated with healthcare team to develop and implement patient care plans.
Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare professionals.
Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
Measured and recorded patient height, weight and other vital signs.
Guaranteed exceptional care quality by correctly administering medication, inserting and caring for catheters, dressing and changing wounds and assisting with personal hygiene.
Licensed Practical Nurse
ST .JOSEPH CARE GROUP
Thunder Bay, Ontario
11.2022 - 07.2023
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Assisted patients with personal hygiene activities such as bathing, dressing, eating, grooming, and toileting needs.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings for coordination of patient care plans.
Instructed patients on proper use of equipment such as wheelchairs or walkers.
Facilitated referrals for specialty services when necessary.
Licensed Practical Nurse
ALBERTA HEALTH SERVICES
Calgary, Alberta
09.2022 - 11.2022
Performed initial assessments of patients, including vital signs and medical histories.
Provided direct patient care in accordance with established policies and procedures.
Administered medications and monitored effectiveness of treatments.
Documented observations, interventions, and evaluations on patient charts.
Assessed changes in patient status and reported to nursing staff or physician.
Instructed patients and families on proper homecare techniques for post-treatment management of conditions.
Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient progress towards goals.
Monitored patients for adverse reactions to medications or treatments.
Performed wound care according to facility protocol.
Evaluated patient responses to treatments, medications, and interventions; modified plans accordingly.
Assisted with admission process by gathering required information from patients or family members.
Collaborated with other healthcare professionals regarding complex cases or difficult situations.
Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining accuracy in documentation.
Ensured accurate medication administration records were maintained at all times.
Licensed Practical Nurse
REVERA
Cambridge, Ontario
07.2022 - 08.2022
Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Communicated effectively with patients, family members, healthcare team members, and other stakeholders regarding patient care plans or concerns.