Stephanie Tait
Picton,ON
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability. Background in nursing supervision and patient care. Known for fostering collaborative team environments and adapting to evolving healthcare challenges while utilizing critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Professor of Nursing
Loyalist College
Belleville, ON
09.2023 - Current
- Facilitated hands-on clinical simulations to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Mentored nursing students in research projects, fostering critical thinking skills.
- Conducted assessments of student performance, ensuring adherence to academic standards.
- Conducted research on current nursing practices and integrated findings into course content for updated curricula.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for effective course design, fostering a comprehensive learning environment for students.
- Implemented comprehensive evaluation methods for nursing program effectiveness, ensuring alignment with best practices in higher education.
RN
BELLEVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL
01.2019 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for patients.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and discharge planning.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in clinical procedures and best practices for patient care.
- Evaluated patient outcomes to refine care processes, ensuring high-quality healthcare delivery.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
RN
LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Demonstrates professional, safe quality care
- Upholds the standards of the CNO and RNAO best practice guidelines in my practice
- Provided Family-centred care as well as appropriate trusting nurse-client therapeutic relationships
- Communicates in a professional manner with clients, families and the multidisciplinary team
- Utilizes critical thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems
- Accountable and responsible for one's own actions
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
RN
HELEN HENDERSON CARE CENTRE
01.2017 - 01.2019
- team leader
- resource nurse
- monitor patients, develop care plans, implement treatment and provide guidance
- supervise RPNS, PSWs, dietary staff, etc.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and standards
- Coordinated patient care plans among interdisciplinary teams to optimize treatment outcomes
- Managed staffing schedules to maintain optimal nurse-to-patient ratios during high-demand periods
PSW AND ACADEMIC AID
JAMES MCNUTT
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Demonstrates professional, safe quality care
- Supported client with his academic such as; typing, bookkeeping, emails, reading and helping prepare slide shows
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting independence and well-being.
- Provided emotional support to clients, fostering positive relationships and trust.
- Advocated for client needs during meetings with family members and healthcare providers.
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY
01.2017
Skills
- Strong empathetic values
- Detail oriented, flexible and adaptable to job requirements
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Willing and able to learn new skills and abilities
- Self-reflection
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
Timeline
Professor of Nursing
Loyalist College
09.2023 - Current
RN
BELLEVILLE GENERAL HOSPITAL
01.2019 - Current
RN
HELEN HENDERSON CARE CENTRE
01.2017 - 01.2019
RN
LENNOX AND ADDINGTON COUNTY GENERAL HOSPITAL
01.2016 - 01.2019
PSW AND ACADEMIC AID
JAMES MCNUTT
01.2015 - 01.2017
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - NURSING
LAURENTIAN UNIVERSITY