Susanne Firka
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse from Michael Garron Hospital, adept in medication administration and providing compassionate care. Excelled in patient assessments and education, significantly enhancing patient outcomes. Proven leader in staff mentorship and skilled in team coordination, embodying professional bedside manner and empathy.
Offering solid foundation in healthcare principles and strong desire to learn and grow in this environment. Brings ability to quickly acquire essential nursing practices and techniques, including patient assessment and care planning.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 20 + years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Developed critical skills in high-pressure healthcare environments, focusing on patient care, communication, and teamwork. Looking to transition into new field, bringing proficiency in handling medical emergencies and patient interactions. Aims to leverage these transferrable skills to contribute effectively in new professional setting.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Michael Garron Hospital
12.2003 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Lead team as Charge Nurse in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Performed triage on incoming maternity patients.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity.
- Current up to date BLS
Education
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Durham College
Oshawa, None06-2003
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Compassion and empathy
- Professional bedside manner
- Documentation and charting
- Licensed RN
- Call triaging
- Staff supervision
- Relationship building
- Maintaining privacy
- Team coordination
Accomplishments
- Charting - Developed and organized 300+ charts for all new and current patients, routinely updating information for physician reference.
- Perinatal Care - Assisted physicians in focus studies in prenatal care. Performed basic physical assessments of newborns and infants.
- Supervision - Charge Nurse Role
- Maternal Triage Role assessing acuity and needs of patients
- Surgical Preparation - Assisted in patient surgery preparation by administering proper medication, monitoring patients' conditions and charting abnormalities.
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Michael Garron Hospital
12.2003 - Current
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
Registered Nurse - Nursing
Durham College
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