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Steffy Augustine

St. Catharines,ON

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Practical Nurse

Niagara Health System
11.2022 - Current
  • Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
  • Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive patient care plans that promoted optimal health outcomes.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
  • Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing knowledge of best practices and providing guidance when required.
  • Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as IV insertion, catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.

Registered Nurse SPEP Intern

Niagara Health System
01.2024 - 03.2024
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.

Registered Practical Nurse

Niagara Region
08.2022 - 07.2023
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.

Registered Nurse

Gautham Hospital, Cochin, India
08.2014 - 11.2015
  • Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
  • Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.

Registered Nurse

Jesus Hospital, Cochin, India
09.2013 - 09.2014
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
  • Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
  • Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.

Education

Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Advance Health Care Leadership

Lambton College
York, ON
09.2017

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

AMCON, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu, India
04.2013

Skills

  • Diabetes management
  • Pediatric Care
  • Chart updating
  • Catheter Care
  • Geriatric Care
  • Mental health care
  • Wound Care
  • ADL Assistance

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Registered Nurse SPEP Intern

Niagara Health System
01.2024 - 03.2024

Registered Practical Nurse

Niagara Health System
11.2022 - Current

Registered Practical Nurse

Niagara Region
08.2022 - 07.2023

Registered Nurse

Gautham Hospital, Cochin, India
08.2014 - 11.2015

Registered Nurse

Jesus Hospital, Cochin, India
09.2013 - 09.2014

Post-Baccaleurate Diploma - Advance Health Care Leadership

Lambton College

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

AMCON, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

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