Compassionate and dedicated new graduate Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) excited to contribute exceptional patient care, clinical skills, and strong organizational and communication skills in a collaborative and fast-paced environment. Looking to apply my education and hands-on-experience in nursing to promote wellness, improve patient care outcomes, and support healthcare teams.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Integrated Practicum
Extendicare McGarrell Place Long-Term Care Home
12.2024 - Current
Assisted with vital signs monitoring, head-to-toe assessment, wound care, and medication administration under supervision and independently
Performed Med pass, wound care and dressings under supervision and independently
Documented patient assessments and care plans ensuring accuracy and adherence to protocols
Delivered compassionate patient care, addressing patient needs and concerns to enhance their comfort and recovery
Worked closely with the nursing team to implement individualized care plans for each
Fostered supportive relationships with residents and families, providing emotional support and updates on patient status
Provided personal care, including feeding to elderly residents with chronic conditions
Assisted in monitoring for signs of physical and emotional distress and communicated changes to registered nursing staff
Personal Support Worker
Southbridge London Long-Term Care Home
08.2023 - Current
Providing personal care to residents including bathing, dressing, grooming, feeding of residents with chronic conditions
Reporting to the nursing team about any abnormal findings or concerns
Building therapeutic relationship with residents and families
Monitoring residents for signs of physical and emotional distress, and communicating any changes to the nurse
Assisting clients to complete their activities of daily living, ROM, and helped change briefs
Changing soiled sheets and making clients’ beds
Clinical Placement, SAMU/ Palliative
University Hospital
01.2024 - 02.2024
Assisted with vital signs monitoring, assessed patient’s pain level including observing changes in patient’s condition
Administered pain relief medication under supervision, sub-q butterfly iv setup, repositioned patients, monitored for medication side effects and ensured proper documentation
Provided emotional support by listening to patients and their families concern
Assisted patient with personal care ensuring patient is comfortable and dignified as possible
Collaborated with other healthcare team and assisted in developing care plan
Clinical Placement, General Med-surgical Unit
St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital
09.2023 - 10.2023
Assisted with vital signs monitoring, performed head-to-toe assessment and assisted in monitoring patient’s health condition
Assisted in regular medication administration monitored for medication side effects, provided discharged teaching to patients and their families and ensured proper documentation
Provided emotional support by listening to patients and their families concern
Assisted patient with personal care as needed and ensured patient is comfortable
Collaborated with other healthcare team and assisted in developing care plan
Education
Diploma - Practical Nursing
Fanshawe College
London, Ontario
12.2024
Skills
Patient care and clinical assessment
Medication administration and management
Wound care and dressing changes
Infection control and prevention
Documentation and patient charting
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
Ability to use powerchat and point click
Certification
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) License, College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), 01/01/25
CPR/AED Level C & First Aid Certification, Canadian Red Cross, 07/01/24