SULIYAT OLAWUNMI BOLARINWA
Prince George,Canada
Summary
Licensed Practical Nurse with an Honours Practical Nursing diploma and diverse experience across acute care, med/surg, emergency, mental health, long-term care, and community settings. Strong in clinical assessment, safe medication administration, and adapting quickly across units and care environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northern Health Authority
12.2024 - Current
- Provide patient-centred nursing care with ongoing assessments, medication administration, and documentation using PowerChart.
- Perform wound care, dressing changes, and post-operative monitoring; communicate concerns promptly to the interdisciplinary team.
- Support safe workflow under pressure, prioritizing tasks and maintaining accurate medication/narcotic counts.
Registered Practical Nurse (Agency Nurse)
UND Healthcare Services
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Provided high-quality nursing care across multiple units (including LTC and hospital settings), adapting quickly to varied protocols and teams.
- Administered medications, completed assessments, monitored vital signs, and supported treatments per provider directives.
- Maintained accurate electronic documentation using PointClickCare (PCC) and other site systems; escalated changes in condition appropriately.
Registered Practical Nurse (Agency Nurse)
Atikokan General Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2023
- Provided skilled nursing care in Long-Term Care, Med/Surg, and Emergency Department settings based on operational needs.
- Completed thorough patient assessments and implemented individualized care plans; responded to urgent situations with timely escalation.
- Documented accurately using Med e-care and Meditech Live, ensuring timely charting and continuity of care.
- Delivered patient/family education on conditions, treatment plans, and self-care techniques to support safe discharge and outcomes.
Registered Practical Nurse — Clinical Resource Team (Float Nurse)
Trillium Health Partners
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Worked as a Clinical Resource Team (CRT) float nurse, supporting staffing needs across units and three THP sites.
- Administered medications (oral, SC, IM, patches, and IV therapy) and monitored patient status, escalating concerns promptly.
- Contributed to ongoing assessments and documentation; participated in physician rounds and coordinated care with the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained strong infection prevention and control practices while adapting to different unit workflows and patient populations.
Clinical Nurse Extern
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022
- Supported complex respiratory/general medicine patients including tracheostomy care, chest tubes, PICC lines, TPN, NG tubes, and mechanically ventilated patients (under supervision).
- Obtained and documented vital signs using EPIC; assisted with enteral feeding and bedside care; contributed to safe, timely documentation.
- Provided wound/skin care and participated in infection prevention practices, including care for COVID-19 patients per policy.
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Plan A
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Provided compassionate support with activities of daily living (bathing, grooming, mobility, toileting, feeding) for clients with varying needs.
- Maintained a safe environment through infection control, safety practices, and respectful communication with clients and families.
- Supported comfort, dignity, and continuity of care while collaborating with nursing staff as required.
Student Nurse (4th Semester)
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Completed head-to-toe assessments, pain assessments, documentation, and bedside care; administered medications under supervision.
- Supported implementation of physician orders and coordinated care with the healthcare team; participated in code response with preceptor.
- Strengthened clinical foundation in respiratory/general medicine care, including enteral feeding and complex line/tube management.
Education
Ontario College Diploma - Practical Nursing (Honours)
Sheridan College
Brampton, ON04.2022
Skills
- Comprehensive assessments (head-to-toe, focused, pain, neuro/resp/cardiac) and ongoing reassessment
- Medication administration: oral, subcutaneous, IM, patches, and IV therapy; narcotic handling/counts with accuracy
- Wound care & dressing changes; infection prevention & control
- Care for complex patients: NG/G-tube feeds, PICC lines, TPN, chest tubes, CBI; tracheostomy care and airway support
- Emergency response and escalation; supports care in high-acuity environments
- Patient/family education: medications, post-op recovery, self-care, red flags, discharge teaching
- Documentation & EMRs: PowerChart, Epic, Meditech (Live), Med e-care, PointClickCare
ADDITIONAL
Languages: English, Yoruba
Certification
- LPN (BC)
- BCLS | First Aid/CPR | N95 Respirator Mask Fit
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Training
- Universal Precautions / Infection Control
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Northern Health Authority
12.2024 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse (Agency Nurse)
UND Healthcare Services
11.2023 - 11.2024
Registered Practical Nurse (Agency Nurse)
Atikokan General Hospital
08.2023 - 10.2023
Registered Practical Nurse — Clinical Resource Team (Float Nurse)
Trillium Health Partners
07.2022 - 07.2023
Clinical Nurse Extern
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
05.2022 - 06.2022
Student Nurse (4th Semester)
Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 04.2022
Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Plan A
04.2021 - 05.2022
Ontario College Diploma - Practical Nursing (Honours)
Sheridan College