Sukhmeen Kaur
Owen Sound,Ontario
Summary
Experienced nursing professional with excellent skills in patient assessment, disease management and medication administration. Proven track record of delivering high-quality care.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
Owen Sound Gardens
Owen Sound, ON
11.2023 - Current
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for residents of retirement home.
- Coordinated resident transfers to other facilities.
- Increased efficiency by streamlining workflow processes within the nursing unit, optimizing staff productivity levels.
- Responded to resident requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Served as an advocate for residents'' rights, working closely with families to address concerns or questions regarding treatment options.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Taught residents how to improve lifestyle choices, dramatically reducing chance of symptom reoccurrence.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
Registered Practical Nurse
Southbridge Owen Sound
Owen Sound, ON
10.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated proficiency in various nursing skills such as catheterization, specimen collection, and wound dressing while practicing nursing to full scope of practise.
- Evaluated Resident histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent resident information.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for Residents.
- Orchestrated quality-driven, cost-effective care in high-volume long-term care setting.
- Reviewed resident history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Monitored any changes in residents' health status.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, attending to families' concerns and reordering medications and supplies from pharmacy in a timely manner.
- Monitored resident reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Administered medications via oral, IM, and SC injections and monitored responses.
- Responded to resident requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Executed precise medication administration through thorough understanding of dosages, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Updated resident charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Student Nurse
South Bruce Grey Health Centre
Durham, ON
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided compassionate care to diverse patient populations, promoting comfort and satisfaction throughout their treatment journey.
- Assessed care needs of patients and families utilizing nursing process.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Consistently provided emotional support for patients experiencing stress or anxiety related to their medical conditions or treatment plans.
- Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients by actively listening to concerns and addressing individual needs.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for both patients and staff members.
- Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
- Facilitated effective communication between patients, families, and healthcare team members to ensure optimal outcomes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
- Assisted in conducting physical assessments to identify potential health concerns and inform appropriate interventions.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Expanded knowledge of evidence-based nursing practices through continued education opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Assisted with patient transfers, observing safety protocols to prevent damage to patient and self.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately documenting vital signs, medical histories, and relevant information.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Performed wound care procedures using proper sterile techniques to promote healing and prevent infection complications.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Participated in hands-on clinical training under the supervision of experienced nursing professionals to refine practical skills.
- Utilized Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems to record patient data.
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
Owen Sound08.2023
Skills
- Med/Surge and ER experience as Student Nurse
- Strong interpersonal communication skills
- Team work skills
- Patient Charting
- Analytical Thinking
- Infection Control
- Wound Dressing
- Patient education and counseling
- Coordinating referrals
- Compassion and Empathy
- Staff Supervision
- Certified in CPR/AED
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
Owen Sound Gardens
11.2023 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Southbridge Owen Sound
10.2023 - Current
Student Nurse
South Bruce Grey Health Centre
05.2023 - 08.2023
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology