Suzanne O'Dell
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed practical nurse
Interior health Authority
06.2020 - 04.2025
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure continuous quality improvement in patient care delivery.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies...
- Promoted a culture of teamwork through active participation in unit meetings, performance improvement initiatives, and collaborative problem-solving efforts.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- worked with computer programs tailored to the site- meditech, pharmanet and pixalere
Clinical Instructor
Selkirk College
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Guide and instruct HCA students through their LTC practicum
- Review and grade students homework and exams on Moodle
- Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to cover essential clinical skills, techniques, and procedures.
- Increased student confidence by offering one-on-one tutoring sessions for those struggling with specific concepts or skills.
- Participated in faculty meetings, committees, and continuing education events to stay current on nursing education trends and best practices.
- Updated course materials regularly to reflect current best practices within nursing education and healthcare delivery systems.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority
07.2016 - 06.2020
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Monitored, tracked, and conveyed important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic testing and procedural support for optimal treatment decisions.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Contributed to organizational success by participating in accreditation surveys, quality assurance programs, and ongoing staff education activities.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care
- Developed patient care plans to address individual needs, promoting faster recovery.
- Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications.
- Coordinated patient transfers to other facilities.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Managed various general office duties such as answering multiple telephone lines, completing insurance forms, and mailing monthly invoice statements to patients.
- worked with computer programs tailored to the site-meditech, pixalere and pharmanet
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority
06.2012 - 07.2016
- Maintained a safe and therapeutic environment for patients through effective risk assessment and crisis intervention strategies..
- Enhanced patient care by performing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Assisted in management of patient flow in busy settings, reducing wait times and improving efficiency.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans, optimizing patient outcomes...
- Demonstrated excellent technical skills in wound dressing changes, IV therapy administration, catheter insertion, and other routine nursing procedures.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Answered incoming phone calls from patients to provide basic assistance and triage medical concerns.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatments, and progress, ensuring continuity of care.
- worked with computer programs tailored to the site- Meditech, pharmanet and pixalere
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health
09.2010 - 06.2012
- LTC Nurse, Palliative Nurse
- Lead and delegate Health care Aids in the care of residents
- Daily wound care
- Administer medications
- Peritoneal dialysis
Education
Practical Nurse Program -
Norquest College
Edmonton, AB09.2010
Skills
- Nomination for mission award for my work in long term care and palliative
- Post LPN preceptorship course
- Documentation for LPN/RN
- Wound Care in-services
- Proficient with ECG’S
- IV initiation certification
- Clinical documentation
- Geriatric care
- Documentation accuracy
- Medical records management
- Writing reports
- Medical office administration
- Medication reconciliation
- Multi-tasking and prioritization
- Charting and recording
- Documenting incidents
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Attention to detail
Languages
English
Timeline
Clinical Instructor
Selkirk College
09.2021 - 03.2024
Licensed practical nurse
Interior health Authority
06.2020 - 04.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority
07.2016 - 06.2020
Licensed Practical Nurse
Interior Health Authority
06.2012 - 07.2016
Licensed Practical Nurse
Covenant Health
09.2010 - 06.2012
Practical Nurse Program -
Norquest College
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