Tracey Snow
Val Caron
Summary
With a proven track record at Extendicare Countryside, I excel in delivering compassionate, holistic nursing care and adept medication administration. My ability to develop strong rapport with residents and foster professional growth in teams highlights my leadership and direct patient care skills. Achieved notable improvements in resident satisfaction and team performance.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
Extendicare Countryside
10.2016 - 01.2025
- Conducted thorough resident assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess residents and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Conferred with physicians, dietician and pharmacist to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
- Maintained accurate documentation of resident care activities in accordance with regulatory requirements, ensuring timely completion of reports as necessary for compliance purposes.
- Addressed resident and family concerns promptly by investigating issues thoroughly and collaborating with appropriate personnel to resolve problems efficiently.
- Reviewed daily lab reports and notified physician for orders when necessary.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill residents.
- Organized daily staffing schedules, ensuring adequate coverage for all residents.
- Promoted a safe and healthy work environment through adherence to infection control policies and procedures.
- Facilitated open communication among team members by conducting daily staff huddles and encouraging feedback from all levels of staff.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse
Manitoulin Lodge - LTC
02.2016 - 08.2016
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on individual needs.
- Monitored resident reactions after administering medications.
- Supervised meal services.
- Administer admission vaccines and boosters.
Registered Nurse
Pioneer Manor - LTC
05.2011 - 03.2014
- Evaluated resident histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Conducted monthly fire drills.
- Arrange transfers for medical imaging.
- Improved resident outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Research Assistant First Nation Youth and Tobacco
Laurentian University
10.2011 - 04.2012
Teaching Assistant Medical Anthropology
Laurentian University
09.2007 - 03.2011
Aboriginal Nursing Recruitment
Laurentian University
01.2009 - 04.2009
Research Assistant - Traditional Medicine
Laurentian University
09.2008 - 03.2009
Health Care Aide
Extendicare York
03.2008 - 08.2008
Curriculum Pilot Project - Mock Student
Nothern Ontario School of Medicine
03.2004 - 08.2004
Senior Hairstylist
Self-employed
04.1987 - 09.2001
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON04-2011
Bachelor of Arts - Medical Anthropology, Honors
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON04-2007
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Science - Biology/Physics
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON04-2005
Skills
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Wound care
- Care planning
- GPA dementia certification
- Nursing staff leadership
- Supervisor/Charge Nurse
- Long-term care
- Palliative care
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Charge Nurse
Extendicare Countryside
10.2016 - 01.2025
Registered Nurse
Manitoulin Lodge - LTC
02.2016 - 08.2016
Research Assistant First Nation Youth and Tobacco
Laurentian University
10.2011 - 04.2012
Registered Nurse
Pioneer Manor - LTC
05.2011 - 03.2014
Aboriginal Nursing Recruitment
Laurentian University
01.2009 - 04.2009
Research Assistant - Traditional Medicine
Laurentian University
09.2008 - 03.2009
Health Care Aide
Extendicare York
03.2008 - 08.2008
Teaching Assistant Medical Anthropology
Laurentian University
09.2007 - 03.2011
Curriculum Pilot Project - Mock Student
Nothern Ontario School of Medicine
03.2004 - 08.2004
Senior Hairstylist
Self-employed
04.1987 - 09.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Laurentian University
Bachelor of Arts - Medical Anthropology, Honors
Laurentian University
Bachelor of Science - Liberal Science - Biology/Physics
Laurentian University
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