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Sienna Lowe

North Vancouver,BC

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse seeking the position of Infusion Nurse at Whistler Spa, leveraging extensive clinical experience and specialized skills to provide exceptional intravenous therapy services. Adept at administering infusions with precision, monitoring patient responses, and ensuring a comfortable and therapeutic experience. Eager to contribute my expertise in a spa setting, combining medical proficiency with a commitment to enhancing overall well-being and relaxation for clients at Whistler Spa.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Vascular Access Team (VAT) BCCH

04.2023 - Current
  • Conducted thorough assessments of patients' vascular health and collaborated with healthcare professionals and the patient's families to develop individualized care plans, emphasizing patient comfort and safety
  • Proficiently performed insertion and removal procedures for a variety of vascular access devices, including peripheral intravenous catheters, and peripherally inserted central catheters (PICC lines)
  • Monitored and maintained the integrity of vascular access devices, proactively identifying and addressing any complications or issues to ensure continuity of care
  • Educated patients and their families on the purpose, care, and potential complications associated with vascular access devices, promoting active involvement in their healthcare journey.

Registered Nurse BCCH - Emergency Department

01.2021 - Current
  • Monitored ED patients, including alerting physicians or charge nurses to changes in patient status, and provided safe, competent lifesaving care in traumatic situations
  • Demonstrated prompt patient condition assessment on patient arrival to the ED during initial phases of acute illness or trauma, and maintained family centered care throughout
  • Able to decisively make a judgement of the care needed for patients based on vitals, presentation and initial assessments and triage patients according to acuity appropriately
  • Assign CTAS scores quickly and decisively at triage after prompt patient assessments, and ensure patient flow to designated areas in the department.

Registered Nurse BCCH - T6-Inpatient Surgery and Neurosciences

07.2020 - Current
  • Worked closely with families to provide optimal health-related outcomes, communicating and advocating for their needs to other healthcare professionals
  • Interacted with a variety of healthcare professionals in a team-oriented environment in a respectful manner to achieve patient-related goals and create an individualized plan
  • Acted quickly and appropriately to ensure the safety of patients and to ensure that they were supported throughout their stay
  • Took responsibility for a full patient assignment, providing safe, competent care throughout.

Aquatic Leader

West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
04.2018 - 01.2020

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
08.2015 - 01.2020

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

North Shore Winter Club
05.2017 - 09.2019

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Burnaby, BC

Undergraduate Pediatric Emergency Nursing Specialty Courses, NSPE 7100 - Pediatric Theory 1, NSPE 7200 - Pediatric Theory 2, NSCC 7150 - Dysrhythmia Interpretation and Management, NSER 7110 - Emergency Nursing Theory 1 -

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)
Burnaby, BC

Completed 2 years of a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Degree -

Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC

Skills

  • Communicative - able to effectively communicate with patients and families, as well as with team members
  • Team Player - interacts in a professional, relational manner with others in work and educational settings and offers help whenever needed so as to help team members continue to achieve their goals
  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving - in of work and clinical-related situations to improve patient outcomes
  • Organized - planning and organizational skills that allow for a well put together balance of responsibilities, punctuality and hard work
  • Able to deal with high-stress situations in a calm and professional manner

Personal Information

Title: Canadian Triage and Acuity Score (CTAS) (04/2022)

Volunteer Experience

  • Canadian Cancer Society - Camp Goodtimes, Lifeguard, Arts and Craft Leader, 11/2018 - present
  • BC Children's Hospital - Fun Cart and Navigation, 10/2018 - 04/2020
  • BCIT Skills Lab - Peer Mentor, 01/2019 - 05/2019

Timeline

Vascular Access Team (VAT) BCCH

04.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse BCCH - Emergency Department

01.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse BCCH - T6-Inpatient Surgery and Neurosciences

07.2020 - Current

Aquatic Leader

West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
04.2018 - 01.2020

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

North Shore Winter Club
05.2017 - 09.2019

Swim Instructor/Lifeguard

West Vancouver Aquatic Centre
08.2015 - 01.2020

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) -

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Undergraduate Pediatric Emergency Nursing Specialty Courses, NSPE 7100 - Pediatric Theory 1, NSPE 7200 - Pediatric Theory 2, NSCC 7150 - Dysrhythmia Interpretation and Management, NSER 7110 - Emergency Nursing Theory 1 -

British Columbia Institute of Technology (BCIT)

Completed 2 years of a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology Degree -

Simon Fraser University

Sienna Lowe