Sofia Alcayde
TORONTO,ON
Summary
Registered practical nurse with extensive experience in patient assessments and tailored care strategies. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective communication and collaborative teamwork. Strong problem-solving skills utilized in dynamic healthcare environments.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical nurse
Sienna Senior Living- Cheltenham
03.2012 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments according to care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
- Assisted residents with daily living activities, ensuring comfort and dignity.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to develop individualized care strategies.
- Provided emotional support to residents and families during difficult times.
- Documented patient interactions and care provided in electronic health records.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and care improvements.
- Observed changes in patient's condition and reported any significant changes to the registered nurse or physician.
- Performed physical assessments, including vital signs and health history documentation.
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- 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.
- Conducted regular rounds to assess the status of assigned patients.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Monitored patient's respiration activity, blood pressure and blood glucose levels in response to medical administration.
- Collected and documented vital signs to track current patient conditions.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
- Managed emergency situations promptly according to established protocols.
- Coordinated with doctors and registered nurses to develop care plans for patients.
- Communicated concerns regarding patients' status, care and environment to nursing supervisors, clinical care supervisors and case managers.
- Provided emotional support to patients dealing with illness or injury related issues.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Coordinated scheduling of follow-up appointments with primary care providers.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care outcomes.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds, and managed catheters.
- Worked as part of healthcare team to assess patient needs, plan and modify care and implement interventions.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
Education
College Diploma - Practical Nurse
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
North York09-2014
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Toronto Health School
01-2007
Skills
- Registered practical nurse
- Administering medications
- Patient assessments
- Care plan development
- Care planning
- Patient monitoring
- Vital signs assessment
- Pain management
- ADL assistance
- Treatment documentation
- Documentation accuracy
- Transcribing orders
- Infection control practices
- Infection control
- Caring for wounds
- Educating families
- Preventive education
- Immunization administration
- Behavioral assessment
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Family communication
- Empathy and compassion
- Relationship building
- Adaptive problem solving
- Multitasking
- Staff management
- Counting narcotics
- End-of-life care
- Behavioral assessment
- Caring for wounds
Work Preference
Work Type
Part TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$45000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Registered Practical nurse
Sienna Senior Living- Cheltenham
03.2012 - Current
College Diploma - Practical Nurse
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Certificate - Personal Support Worker
Toronto Health School