Taylor MacKenzie
Sydney,NS
Summary
Highly motivated and eager LPN seeking an opportunity within your company. Proficient and caring nursing team member offering outstanding patient-facing experience. Adapt to addressing patient needs with compassionate care and attention to detail. Diligent about maximizing satisfaction, safety, and wellness while serving patients of all backgrounds. I believe my knowledge and passion for the healthcare felid would fit well with your team's expectations. My desire and passion for caring for people are demonstrated in my work and would prove to be an asset to your team.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Victoria Order Of Nurses
01.2024 - Current
- Performed treatments as ordered by physicians and documented actions.
- 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.
- Managed time-sensitive tasks effectively under pressure while maintaining composure during critical situations or emergencies.
- Facilitated efficient communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care across settings.
- Provided compassionate palliative care for terminally ill patients while supporting their emotional needs during end-of-life stages.
- Mentored new nursing staff to enhance professional development opportunities within the team dynamic.
Bartender
Blue Mist Tavern
05.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepare and serve alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages to customers.
- Excellent knowledge of various drink recipes and mixing techniques.
- Outstanding customer service skills with a friendly and approachable demeanor.
- Ability to work alone and multitask in a fast-paced environment.
- Developed new signature cocktails to support the bar marketing brand and increase profits.
Residential Care Worker
Breton Ability Centre
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Assisted in daily living skills and provided Personal Support based on the client's needs (hygiene, food prep, feeding, assistance).
- Implement Behavioral Support Plans to reduce risk behavior and support skill development for adults with complex needs.
- Provided transportation and assist people in accessing community resources.
- Maintains strict confidentiality of any and all information obtained through employment.
- Observe and report any significant changes in residents functional behavior and cognitive skills to the nurse on duty.
Education
Practical Nursing
Nova Scotia Community College
Port Hawkesbury, NS12.2023
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Cape Breton University
Sydney, NS01.2021
High School Diploma -
Sydney Academy
Sydney, NS06.2019
Skills
- Patient- Focused- Transfer/ Ambulating
- Medication and IV administration
- Wound Management- Patient Assessment
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Urinary Catheterization
- Enteral Nutrition
- Critical Thinking
- Specimen Collection
- Palliative Care
- Collaboration with other health care professionals
- Compression Therapy- Coban, Farrow Wraps
Certification
Dementia: Understanding the Journey
St. John Ambulance Standard First Aid/ Level C
WHMIS
Low Arousal Training Course
Crisis Prevention Intervention
N-95 Mask Fit Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Victoria Order Of Nurses
01.2024 - Current
Bartender
Blue Mist Tavern
05.2023 - 03.2024
Residential Care Worker
Breton Ability Centre
05.2023 - 11.2023
Practical Nursing
Nova Scotia Community College
Associate of Arts - Psychology
Cape Breton University
High School Diploma -
Sydney Academy
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