SONIA CAREY
Dorchester,ON
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience in the Emergency Department, ambulatory surgery, and acute care. Delivers timely patient assessments, IV insertion, wound care, and patient education while supporting safe, coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Emergency
Victoria Hospital
- Current
- Provided emergency care in fast-paced environment at Victoria Hospital, conducting timely assessments for high turnover of patients. Developing experience with medical directives, trauma care, and focused, rapid patient assessments while caring for patients with a variety of acute presentations. Developed clinical judgment, prioritization, and critical thinking skills through collaboration with interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Ambulatory Clinic
Victoria Hospital
London, ON
07.2020 - 01.2026
- Supported physicians during procedures, new consultations, and follow-up appointments in General Surgery Ambulatory Clinic. My responsibilities include patient education, wound dressing changes, suture removal, as well as clinical setup, and takedown. Assist with surgical oncology procedures as well as flexible sigmoidoscopes. Assisted with urgent care operations for gallbladders and hernias, contributing to timely patient care. Staffed General Surgery clinic primarily, with additional responsibilities in Vascular, Plastics, and Orthopedics.
Day Surgery
University Hospital & Victoria Hospital
London, ON
07.2018 - 07.2020
- I have worked in Day Surgery at both LHSC sites, providing care in pre and post-operative areas. Success in this role requires strong time-management skills, critical thinking, and analytical abilities. My expertise includes initiating IVs, processing orders, knowledge of various surgical procedures, discharge teaching, and excellent communication skills. I excel in both team-based and independent work environments, delivering care to adult and pediatric populations.
Medicine Unit
Victoria Hospital
London, ON
01.2017 - 07.2018
- I have experience working on an acute care floor, which demands a broad skill set including the ability to address diverse patient issues as well as adaptability in working in a demanding environment. I was the first Registered Practical Nurse introduced to the unit, demonstrating leadership and adaptability. My practice emphasizes time management, teamwork, and effective communication. Key skills include timely venipuncture, IV initiation, IV direct push, pain management, and more.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing CTF Program (BScN) -
Western University
London, ON04-2026
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
George Brown College
Toronto, ON04-2016
Skills
- Registered Nurse with the College of Nurses of Ontario
- Acute, Surgical, Emergency, Labor & Delivery, Orthopedic, and Complex Care experience
- Strong clinical assessment, judgment, and rapid intervention skills
- IV initiation, venipuncture, blood draws, and infusion therapy
- Wound care and pre & post-operative management
- Medication administration with current pharmacology knowledge
- Infection control and medical asepsis
- Proven patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration
- Adult and pediatric care experience
- Critical thinking, problem-solving, and organizational skills
- Efficient time management and prioritization
- Patient and family education
Certification
- RNFOO Regina Borowska Scholarship Award (2025)
- Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Clerkship Teaching Award (2024)
- IV Therapy & Phlebotomy Certification
- Physical Assessment Certification
- Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST)
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NVCI)
- Ontario Common Assessment of Needs (OCAN)
- National Database of Nursing Quality Indicators (NDNQI) Training
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention Training (NDNQI)
- N95 Mask Fit Certification
- CNO Jurisprudence Examination (Completed)
- Workplace Health & Safety Certification
- Perfect Attendance Award, LHSC (2018, 2019)
Professional Practice Placements
Pediatric Medical Day Unit, Victoria Hospital, London, ON (March–April 2026) Administered weight-based and intravenous medications under supervision. Assisted with post procedure recovery and monitoring for pediatric patients undergoing endoscopy and colonoscopy procedures. Performed venipuncture and blood specimen collection. Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members, including Child Life Specialists and Nurse Case Managers, to support patient care. Assisted with minor pediatric procedures and provided preoperative and postoperative patient and family education. Developed skills in pediatric assessment, medication administration, and family-centered care.
Emergency Department, Alexandra Hospital, Ingersoll, ON (September 2025) Participated in triage intake and rapid patient assessment in a fast-paced emergency care environment. Conducted head-to-toe assessments and monitored patients using ECG equipment. Assisted with intravenous catheter insertion and medication administration. Maintained accurate patient documentation, medication records, and immunization records. Assisted with laceration management, including preparation for suturing procedures. Strengthened critical thinking, prioritization, and clinical decision-making skills in acute care settings.
Labor & Delivery, Victoria Hospital, London, ON (June 2025)
Supported patients and families throughout the labor, delivery, and postpartum experience. Assisted with fetal heart rate monitoring and provided support during epidural administration. Observed and assisted with cesarean section procedures and urinary catheter insertions. Promoted breastfeeding and newborn feeding through patient education and support. Performed postpartum assessments, including fundal checks and monitoring maternal recovery. Delivered compassionate, family-centered care while collaborating with the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
Timeline
Ambulatory Clinic
Victoria Hospital
07.2020 - 01.2026
Day Surgery
University Hospital & Victoria Hospital
07.2018 - 07.2020
Medicine Unit
Victoria Hospital
01.2017 - 07.2018
Emergency
Victoria Hospital
- Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing CTF Program (BScN) -
Western University
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma -
George Brown College