Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Professional Organization Memberships
Clinical Practice Innovations
Timeline
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Tiana Cheung

Unionville,Canada

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Scarborough Health Network and Oak Valley Health, specializing in Emergency, Pediatric, and Float Pool care. Excelled in fostering patient trust through compassionate care and critical thinking, significantly improving patient outcomes. Skilled in pediatric and emergency care, demonstrating exceptional teamwork and patient advocacy.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Registered Nurse Emergency Department (Full-time)

Scarborough Health Network - Centenary Hospital
10.2023 - Current
  • Collaboratively worked with colleagues in Emergency department with circulating volumes of up to 90 patients to deliver high quality care.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering strong relationships with colleagues, collaborating on shared goals, and promoting teamwork within the Emergency Department.
  • Provided support to patients experiencing emotional distress or mental health crises, utilizing therapeutic communication techniques to create a sense of trust and safety.
  • Assisted physicians in performing diagnostic procedures by providing necessary equipment, preparing patients for exams, and ensuring accuracy of test results.
  • Improved patient outcomes by closely monitoring vital signs, recognizing changes in patient condition, and promptly notifying physicians when necessary.
  • Utilized evidence-based practice methods to guide clinical decision-making processes while caring for patients in the Emergency Department.

Registered Nurse Pediatrics

Scarborough Health Network - Centenary Hospital
08.2021 - Current

*Part-time until October 2023, full time October 2023 to present

  • Provided emotional support to families during difficult times, fostering trust and establishing positive rapport with the healthcare team.
  • Managed 16 bed inpatient unit and 12 Day Surgery Beds as Charge Nurse, and facilitated smooth transitions for admissions, discharges and transfers.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of paediatric patients upon admission, identifying potential risks and making necessary interventions for a safer recovery process.
  • Provided training to parents and caregivers on proper medication administration, leading to better adherence and improved treatment outcomes.
  • Utilized effective communication techniques when explaining medical procedures to children, reducing anxiety levels and increasing cooperation during treatments.
  • Mentored new nursing staff members on proper protocol adherence, leading to increased competency rates within the team over time.

Registered Nurse- Float Pool (Part-time)

Oak Valley Health- Markham-Stouffville Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2022
  • Adeptly worked in acute medicine, cardiology, palliative and oncology units with interdisciplinary teams.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans for patients.
  • Optimized patient outcomes through proactive identification of potential complications or changes in condition requiring intervention.
  • Increased efficiency in Float Pool by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time across multiple units.
  • Enhanced teamwork among nursing staff through clear communication, active listening, and constructive feedback.

Education

Bachelor's of Nursing Science - Nursing

Queen's University
Kingston, Ontario
06.2021

Professional Organization Memberships

  • Registered Nurse's Association of Ontario - member since [Fall 2017]
  • American College of Lifestyle Medicine - member since [ July, 2024]
  • Canadian Association of Pediatric Nurses - member since [October, 2024]


Clinical Practice Innovations

December 2023-March 2024

  • Member of a working group to improve Scarborough Health Network-Centenary site's Kids Pass program
  • Kids Pass Program is used to identify children in the Emergency Department who are appropriate for short duration of stay and require basic treatment (ie. oral rehydration, asthma exacerbation). These patients are sent directly to the pediatric unit for assessment by the pediatrician, followed by necessary treatment, reducing wait times in the Emergency Department.
  • Over 300% increase in use of Kids Pass program from December 2023 to March 2024

Timeline

Registered Nurse Emergency Department (Full-time)

Scarborough Health Network - Centenary Hospital
10.2023 - Current

Registered Nurse- Float Pool (Part-time)

Oak Valley Health- Markham-Stouffville Hospital
09.2021 - 03.2022

Registered Nurse Pediatrics

Scarborough Health Network - Centenary Hospital
08.2021 - Current

Bachelor's of Nursing Science - Nursing

Queen's University
Tiana Cheung