Tanya Makki

As a new graduate nursing student from Toronto Metropolitan University, I offer significant clinical experience and effective communication skills. My exposure to diverse healthcare settings has enriched my understanding of patient care. Being both a patient and a student nurse in the hospital environment has provided me with a profound experience.

4th Year (Year-Long Placement) Toronto Western Hospital

1st Semester:  5B Fell Neurology/Neurosurgery 

- cared for epileptic patients, seizure management, brain tumor patients

2nd Semester:  6AB Fell Neurovascular Level 2 ICU

- cared for patients with pituitary tumors, EVDs, CSF leaks, JP drains, stroke patients, epileptic patients

3rd Year

1st semester: Oak Valley Health: Markham Stouffville Hospital: Interventional Radiology

- assisted on procedures such as embolizations, insertion of PICC lines, pre and post op care, lung and kidney biopsy's. 

2nd Semester: TAIBU Community Health Care Center  

- worked with underprivileged women to help achieve a certificate and knowledge to run a day care

2nd Year (Year-Long Placement) Cortellucci Vaughan Hospital: 

1st semester: Medicine Ward 

- cared for patients during the pandemic, learned about navigating the struggles of COVID 19

2nd semester: Stroke Ward

- provided care for patients with stroke

- ambulation, vital signs, recognizing symptoms

Basic Life Support Certification (May 2023)

Centennial College Annual Disaster Mock Scene (Feb 2024)

- participated as a nurse in this disaster scene

- worked in the emergency department where I cared for critically ill patients