Dedicated and compassionate Registered Practical Nurse looking to build upon my educational foundation. Excellent communication and listening skills well also bringing outstanding performance working with others to meet common goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RPN STUDENT: CLINICAL PLACEMENT (OPERATING ROOM)
George Brown College/ Trillium Health Mississauga
10.2024 - 11.2024
Provided direct support to surgical team during procedures.
Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
Collected and transported specimens to be delivered to lab for testing.
Worked alongside experienced nursing professionals to learn new procedures.
Collaborated with other health care professionals to establish optimal patient care.
RPN LEAD NURSE
Schlegel Villages
04.2024 - 09.2024
Document resident vitals, behaviors, conditions, wound care and communicate concerns
Oversee the medical needs of the residents in the Retirement Village
Provide safe administration of medication and treatments with a focus on accuracy and quality
Provide leadership to the Medication-Certified PSW’s and other team members
Advocate for residents to actively participate in decisions about their care
MANAGER
Edible Arrangements
08.2015 - 01.2024
Applies strong leadership skills and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize orders for the day to meet daily demands
Monitored employee performance and provided teaching and feedback to address areas of concern
Handled customer complaints and resolved issues to meet changing needs and client satisfaction
Assessed new employee skills and strengths to provide personalized training
Increased customer satisfaction by resolving product issues
Provided training and mentored team members to promote daily productivity, accuracy, and commitment to friendly customer service
RPN STUDENT: CONSOLIDATION PLACEMENT (Medicine)
Durham College/ Ross Memorial Hospital
02.2021 - 03.2021
Protected clients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment after use and discarding one-time use supplies appropriately
Documented client vitals, behaviors, conditions, wound care and communicated concerns to preceptor
Gathered client data and cleaned wounds as part of client care
Assessed clients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Reviewed client history to verify conditions and current medications
Assisted with transferring clients from bed to wheelchair or vice versa either as a 1-person transfer, 2-person transfer or assisting preceptor with mechanical lift
Performed daily Head-To-Toe assessment on patient and documented findings
Independently able to care for full client load throughout shift
Ability to administer medication to clients in the form of oral medications, Intravenously, and through Injections
Ability to measure correct dose and draw up correct medication for clients given through an Injection
Ability to perform COVID-19 tests on clients
RPN STUDENT: MEDICAL-SURGICAL PLACEMENT
Durham College/ Lakeridge Health Bowmanville
11.2020 - 12.2020
Protected clients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment after use and discarding one-time use supplies appropriately
Documented clients vitals, behaviors, conditions, wound care and communicated concerns to co-assigned nurse and preceptor
Gathered client data and cleaned wounds as part of client care
Assessed clients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Reviewed client history to verify conditions and current medications
Assisted with transferring clients from bed to wheelchair or vice versa either as a 1-person transfer, 2-person transfer or assisting co-assigned nurse with mechanical lift
Performed daily Head-To-Toe assessment on clients and documented findings
Administered medication to clients in the form of oral medications as well as through an IV
RPN Student: MENTAL HEALTH PLACEMENT
Durham College/ Ontario Shores
01.2020 - 02.2020
Helped client’s complete daily tasks, including bathing, dressing, and eating
Protected clients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment after use and discarding one-time use supplies appropriately
Documented client’s vitals, behaviors, and conditions and communicated concerns to Co-Assigned Nurse
Documented client information obtained from daily conversations with patient regarding their emotions and mental state
Documented food intake at breakfast and lunch
Assessed clients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Reviewed client history to verify conditions and current medications
Responded to client requests with appropriate clinical assistance
RPN Student: LONG-TERM CARE PLACEMENT
Durham College/ Lakeridge Health Bowmanville
07.2019 - 08.2019
Protected clients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment after use and discarding one-time use supplies appropriately
Documented client vitals, behaviors, conditions, wound care and communicated concerns to co-assigned nurse and preceptor
Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding and other daily living activities
Gathered client data and cleaned wounds as part of client care
Assessed clients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Reviewed client history to verify conditions and current medications
Assisted with transferring clients from bed to wheelchair or vice versa either as a 1-person transfer or assisting co-assigned nurse with mechanical lift
Performed daily Head-To-Toe assessment on client’s and documented findings
RPN Student: MAT/CHILD PLACEMENT
Durham College/Markham-Stouffville Hospital
05.2019 - 06.2019
Protected patients and healthcare team members from infection by sterilizing equipment after use and discarding one-time use supplies appropriately
Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions and communicated concerns to co-assigned nurse and preceptor
Assessed patients' temperature, pulse and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records
Reviewed patient history to verify conditions and current medications
Responded to patient requests with appropriate clinical and personal assistance
Demonstrated health teaching to patients on giving baby baths
Assisted in breastfeeding clinic
Performed and documented Head-To-Toe assessment on mother and baby and documented finding
Co-op Student
Chartwell Wynfield Retirement Residence
02.2016 - 06.2016
Assisted residence with feeding who were unable to feed themselves
Assisted staff with running daily activities for residences
Assisted residents with transportation if in wheelchair
Volunteer
Dr. Angela Fountain & Associates
07.2014
Provided clear instruction for activities and campers to deliver fun and safety
Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun and safety
Helped staff run activities for children experiencing social-emotional problems and/or learning disabilities
Public Health Ontario-IPAC Core Competencies, 05/01/19
Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training, 10/01/18
Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Training, 09/01/18
Workplace Violence and Harassment Prevention Training, 09/01/18
Mask Fit Test, Expires 07/25/26
Operating Room Certificate - Nursing
George Brown College
Diploma - Practical Nursing Program
Durham College
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