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Taya Bezanson

Summary

LPN new graduate certified in BLS/CPR and connect care, looking for a nursing job where I can expand my knowledge and skills. I am organized and accustomed to multitasking. Able to work independently and as a team. Hardworking and committed to providing exceptional patient care. Eager to learn new skills and continue my education in the nursing field by taking extra courses.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Preceptorship

SL4D Unit, Sagewood
07.2023 - 08.2023

- Managed patient load on my own while communicating with primary nurse

- Administered medications to patients

- Charted tasks completed and any communication for care team

- Communicated with physicians about patient care plans and changes

- Completed skin assessments on patients, post fall assessments, vitals, dressing changes, basic foot care

- Managed patient behaviors pertaining to dementia, helped redirect or de-escalate confrontations between patients

- Managed time effectively and efficiently in order to complete all daily tasks and complete medication pass to 35 patients on time

Clinical Experience

Unit 54 Orthopedics, Foothills Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2023

- Performed skin assessments on post-op surgical sites

- Removed staples from surgical sites

- Administered medications, changed IV lines, completed head-to-toe assessments, vitals, charting on patients and communicated with care team discussing patient care plans

- Communicated patient needs with care team

- Demonstrated patient centered care

- Worked alongside nurses learning new skills and techniques

Clinical Experience

Unit 42 Internal Medicine, Peter Lougheed Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023

- Completed medication checks

- Administered medications orally and IV

- Completed skin assessment on patients and charted findings

- Provided patient care as directed by physician orders

- Performed wound dressing changes, ostomy bag and catheter care, assessed IV sites, aided in bed transfers and vacuum dressing changes

Clinical Experience

Bethany, Long Term Care
09.2022 - 09.2022

- Completed head- to- toe assessments and vitals

- Assisted HCAs with the care of patients, including, baths/showers, peri care, basic hygiene, and feeding

- Developed communication skills amongst the care team and patients

- Managed time efficiently to complete all tasks

Lifeguard

Red Cross
01.2013 - Current
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support as well as all other lifeguard/instructor courses.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
  • Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
  • Educated patrons on safety protocols and enforced safety rules.
  • Maintained order and cleanliness at swimming pool and surrounding areas to uphold hygiene standards.
  • Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.
  • Cleared pool areas of debris and hazardous objects to increase safety.
  • Performed regular maintenance of pool equipment and life-saving equipment to keep in good working order.
  • Trained new lifeguards on safety procedures and protocol.
  • Completed daily pool maintenance duties by checking chlorine levels, pH levels and other water chemistry.
  • As aquatic supervisor I managed the team of lifeguards and pool, created staff schedules, ordered necessary items, organized supplies, paper work, pay roll, and other management duties and tasks

Education

Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing

Bow Valley College
Calgary, AB
08.2023

Events And Conventions Management Diploma - Tourism Management

Thompson River University
Kamloops, BC
04.2018

High School Diploma -

Mark R. Isfeld Secondary
Courtenay, BC
06.2015

Skills

- LPN Provisional License

- BLS/CPR and AED certification

- LPN diploma

- Connect Care trained

- Tourism Management: Events and Conventions Diploma

- National Lifeguard certificate

- Leadership and Team player

- Organized

- Effective communication

Languages

English
French

Timeline

Preceptorship

SL4D Unit, Sagewood
07.2023 - 08.2023

Clinical Experience

Unit 54 Orthopedics, Foothills Hospital
05.2023 - 05.2023

Clinical Experience

Unit 42 Internal Medicine, Peter Lougheed Hospital
01.2023 - 04.2023

Clinical Experience

Bethany, Long Term Care
09.2022 - 09.2022

Lifeguard

Red Cross
01.2013 - Current

Practical Nurse Diploma - Nursing

Bow Valley College

Events And Conventions Management Diploma - Tourism Management

Thompson River University

High School Diploma -

Mark R. Isfeld Secondary
Taya Bezanson