Kendall King
Oshawa,ON
Summary
Caring and compassionate Student Nurse well-versed in anatomy and physiology, nursing fundamentals and medical terminology. Responds to emergencies with grace and calm mentality. Demonstrated success in delivering superior care to multiple patients, balanced with high-volume task load.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Nurse
Ontario Shores Centre For Mental Health Sciences
01.2024 - 03.2024
- Administered psychotropic medications, monitoring for side effects, effectiveness, and making adjustments as necessary to optimize treatment outcomes.
- Established rapport with patients from diverse backgrounds through empathic listening and culturally sensitive communication practices.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions and mental health, medications, treatments and preventive measures.
- Enhanced patient safety by conducting thorough assessments, identifying potential risks, and initiating interventions as needed.
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Participated in case conferences to discuss complex cases collaboratively with colleagues from various disciplines for better decision-making processes.
- Created and implemented group therapies and programs to help patients improve or regain coping abilities.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans focused on mental health needs.
- Maintained a safe therapeutic environment that promoted healing by following infection control protocols within the psychiatric unit setting.
- Determined patient risk by utilizing subjective and objective data obtained through patient interaction.
- Prevented medication errors by carefully reviewing prescriptions from psychiatrists before administering medication in accordance with established guidelines.
- Promoted recovery and wellness by providing psychoeducational to patients and their families on coping strategies and available resources.
- Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
- Contributed to decreased emergency room visits by effectively triaging incoming calls from patients experiencing mental health crises or seeking support resources.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Student Nurse
Port Perry Place LTC Home
09.2023 - 11.2023
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated care plans that addressed patients'' diverse needs holistically.
- Provided leadership in the development of new nursing programs, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and objectives for healthcare excellence.
- Increased staff efficiency through scheduling optimization and workload management strategies.
- Evaluated employee performance to identify areas for improvement, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for professional development.
- Implemented comprehensive risk management strategies to minimize potential hazards within the healthcare setting while preserving patient safety.
- Served as an advocate for both patients and staff members alike, championing their rights while navigating complex healthcare systems on their behalf.
- Improved patient care quality by implementing effective nursing administration policies and procedures.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and implementing feedback-driven improvements.
- Developed strong relationships with community partners to enhance collaborative efforts in improving public health outcomes.
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication, team-building activities, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assembled multidisciplinary committees focused on addressing specific issues such as infection control or workplace safety.
- Coordinated disaster response plans during emergencies by collaborating with multiple departments across the facility.
- Oversaw facility accreditation processes, ensuring adherence to stringent industry standards for quality assurance purposes.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration and general liability.
- Ordered all pharmacy supplies and kept check on inventory levels.
- Removed trash and straightened counters to keep pharmacy area clean and neat.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Postpartum
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Educated families on newborn care techniques such as feeding, bathing, diapering, and comforting strategies.
- Performed comprehensive assessments on both mother and newborn during each shift, identifying any potential problems early for prompt intervention.
- Promoted breastfeeding success by offering lactation support and resources to new mothers.
- Provided emotional support to patients experiencing postpartum depression or anxiety, connecting them with appropriate mental health resources when necessary.
- Prepared patients for discharge by providing thorough education on self-care, infant care, and follow-up appointments.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing interventions, assessments, and patient responses during the entire stay in the postpartum unit.
- Improved patient recovery rates by providing comprehensive postpartum care and education to new mothers.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills and empathy, fostering a trusting relationship between nurse and patient.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction scores through effective communication and empathetic nursing practices.
- Served as a resource for nursing staff by sharing best practices in postpartum care and participating in ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for optimal patient outcomes in the postpartum period.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Cardiac Unit
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently providing prompt, courteous service and addressing individual needs with empathy and understanding.
- Optimized time management skills in a fast-paced clinical setting by prioritizing tasks according to urgency while maintaining focus on quality patient care.
- Supported the nursing team by assisting with administrative tasks such as charting updates, supply inventory management, and scheduling appointments when necessary.
- Demonstrated critical thinking skills in emergency situations by quickly assessing patients'' conditions and initiating appropriate interventions under supervision.
- Participated in team meetings to discuss patient progress and plan for care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Complex Continuing Care
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Promoted patient comfort by promptly addressing pain management needs and assisting with activities of daily living.
- Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice by adhering to professional standards of confidentiality, informed consent, and safe medication administration.
- Developed nursing skills under the guidance of experienced preceptors, implementing evidence-based practices for optimal outcomes.
- Gained hands-on experience performing various nursing procedures such as IV insertion, wound dressing changes, specimen collection, and catheterization.
- Provided comprehensive health assessments, identifying potential issues and communicating findings to supervising nurse or physician.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by consistently providing prompt, courteous service and addressing individual needs with empathy and understanding.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by providing compassionate, empathetic care and active listening to their concerns.
- Contributed to a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness standards.
- Performed regular rounds to check on well-being of patients.
- Monitored patient vital signs, reporting any changes to experienced nursing staff.
- Built rapport with patients and members of patients' support systems.
- Utilized therapeutic communication techniques to facilitate patient's optimum level of wellness.
- Observed patient behaviour and reported changes to nurse in charge for resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
O'Neill Collegiate And Vocational Institute
Oshawa, ON06.2021
Skills
- Medication Administration
- Team Collaboration
- Infection Control
- Patient Care
- Pain assessment
- Wound Care
- Nursing Assessments
- Punctual and Reliable
- Clinical judgment
- Emotional Support
- Activities of Daily Living ADLs
- Taking and Recording Vital Signs
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Immunizations and Vaccinations
- Tracheostomy Care
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Student Nurse
Ontario Shores Centre For Mental Health Sciences
01.2024 - 03.2024
Student Nurse
Port Perry Place LTC Home
09.2023 - 11.2023
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Postpartum
02.2023 - 03.2023
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Health Cardiac Unit
09.2022 - 11.2022
Clinical Placement Student Nurse
Lakeridge Complex Continuing Care
01.2022 - 04.2022
High School Diploma -
O'Neill Collegiate And Vocational Institute
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