Swati Ressi
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with 5+ years of experience providing exceptional patient care in various healthcare settings, including Emergency Room, Psychiatry and Oncology. Strong background in direct patient care, department operations and leadership roles. Seeking to contribute my expertise and passion for nursing to make a meaningful impact on patient well-being.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Outpatient Oncology, Credit Valley Hospital
08.2023 - Current
- Administered Chemotherapy, Immunotherapy and blood products
- Performed venipuncture, accessed implanted ports and central lines
- Monitored patients' response to chemotherapy/immunotherapy and managed emergency situations
- Provided patient and family education regarding treatment regimens, side effects, disease progress and health promotion strategies
- Proficient in use of Epic EMR
- Coordinated care for patient with social services, pharmacy, dietitian and community care services to help better meet patients' needs
Registered Nurse
Emergency Room, Sinai Health System
02.2023 - 08.2023
- Provided care for patients with various medical and surgical needs in a fast-paced environment
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team to provide optimal patient care
- Performed skills such as nasogastric tube insertion and care, blood transfusions, catheter insertions, 12 lead ECG's, venipuncture, IV therapy, immunizations, oxygen therapies
- Responded to and managed emergency situations
- Provided patient and family education, individual supportive counseling and discharge planning
Registered Nurse
Inpatient General Psychiatry, Sinai Health System
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Served as team leader: supporting unit, delegating, coordinating admissions & discharges, managed code white emergency responded and liaised with community partners
- member of Unit Council: created and implemented new quality improvement initiatives
- Oriented new hired nurses and precepted nursing students
- Conducted mental status and physical assessments for patients with psychiatric illnesses and co-morbid medical conditions
- Administered PO, IM and IV medications and monitored the pharmacological effects
- Proficiency in phlebotomy, wound dressings, ostomy care and catheter care
- Developed, implemented and evaluated patient-specific care plans
Registered Nurse
Peel Region Public Health – COVID-19 Mass Vaccination
02.2021 - 08.2021
- Assessed and evaluated client vaccine eligibility
- Administered COVID-19 vaccine via IM route
- Managed adverse reactions and provided care as needed
- Provided health teaching regarding vaccine and infection prevention
- Experience with vaccine cold chain and vaccine maintenance
- Screened for COVID-19 related symptoms as per clinic screening protocols
Registered Nurse
Halton Region Long, term Care
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Ability to problem-solve using conflict-resolution skills
- Assessed and managed residents with chronic medical conditions
- Provided emergency assessments and services when needed
- Administered medications and treatments: respiratory treatments, wound dressing changes, catheter insertion and care
- Experience with subcutaneous lines, provided feedings via gastric tube
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Ryerson University
2018
Skills
- Leadership
- Strong Communication skills
- Critical Thinking
- Team player
- Patient Health Teaching and Advocacy
- Excellent Assessment and Decision-making skills
- Problem-solving
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment
Affiliations
- College of Nurses of Ontario registration
- BLS certification - Heart and Stroke Foundation
- CPI - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Training
- Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA) Certification
- Coronary Care I Certification
- ONS Chemotherapy and Immunotherapy Certificate
- RNAO member
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Outpatient Oncology, Credit Valley Hospital
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse
Emergency Room, Sinai Health System
02.2023 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Peel Region Public Health – COVID-19 Mass Vaccination
02.2021 - 08.2021
Registered Nurse
Inpatient General Psychiatry, Sinai Health System
03.2019 - 08.2023
Registered Nurse
Halton Region Long, term Care
01.2019 - 03.2019
Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Ryerson University
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