Sierra Buchanan
Summary
New graduate RN skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with experience in nursing skills, patient assessments, along with compassionate care. Committed to delivering safe and evidenced-based patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Baker 3 Surgical Inpatients
05.2025 - Current
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care to surgical patients, including assessment, intervention, and evaluation.
- Collaborate with physicians, allied health professionals, and nursing staff to provide holistic, patient-centered care.
- Manage post-operative care, medication administration, documentation, and patient education.
Pharmacy Assistant
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2019 - 04.2025
- Assisted pharmacists in dispensing medications and verifying prescription accuracy.
- Processed customer transactions efficiently at pharmacy counter, ensuring a positive experience.
- Maintained inventory levels by conducting regular stock checks and placing orders as needed.
Employed Student Nurse
Intensive Care Unit
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in critical care procedures and patient monitoring under RN supervision.
- Performed essential nursing tasks including personal care, mobility, medication administration, assessments, documentation, and patient teaching.
- Strengthened interdisciplinary communication in a high-acuity environment.
Employed Student Nurse
Long Term Care
06.2023 - 03.2024
- Administered scheduled and PRN medications.
- Supported wound care management in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Promoted resident dignity and independence through daily care support.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
Selkirk College / University of Victoria
Castlegar, BC05.2025
Skills
- Clinical decision making & prioritization
- Time management & organization
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Verbal & written communication
- Patient teaching & advocacy
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), BCCNM – Successfully passed NCLEX, June 2025
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – Current
- Violence Prevention Advanced Training – Completed
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Baker 3 Surgical Inpatients
05.2025 - Current
Employed Student Nurse
Intensive Care Unit
08.2024 - 12.2024
Employed Student Nurse
Long Term Care
06.2023 - 03.2024
Pharmacy Assistant
Shoppers Drug Mart
09.2019 - 04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing (BScN)
Selkirk College / University of Victoria