Valeria Serafimova
Montreal,QC
Summary
Adept at interprofessional collaboration and clinical expertise, I leveraged my skills at Jewish General Hospital to enhance patient outcomes and satisfaction. My role in educating staff and implementing quality improvement initiatives showcases my organizational skills and commitment to excellence in healthcare. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Consultant (CSI) in Infection Prevention and
CIUSSS Centre Ouest, Jewish General Hospital
04.2022 - Current
- Reviewed medical records and summarized care.
- Researched related literature regarding issues at hand.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Medical & Surgical Registered Nurse
Jewish General Hospital
11.2018 - 04.2022
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills in making clinical decisions that best supported overall health outcomes for patients served.
- Delivered culturally competent care by adapting communication strategies based on individual patient backgrounds.
- Assessed patients'' conditions through regular monitoring and vital sign recordings, enabling timely interventions when needed.
- Evaluated effectiveness of current nursing practices through continuous quality improvement initiatives, leading to enhanced patient satisfaction levels.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families through open communication channels, fostering trust and confidence in the nursing care provided.
- Advocated for patients'' rights within the healthcare environment, ensuring they received appropriate care according to their unique needs and preferences.
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Jewish General Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2018
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable input on patient care plans to optimize outcomes.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare teams to ensure timely communication of critical information.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate nursing interventions for complex orthopedic cases.
- Mentored new nurses in the orthopedic specialty, sharing clinical expertise and fostering professional growth.
- Provided pre-and post-operative education for joint replacement patients to facilitate informed decision-making about their surgical options and promote successful recoveries.
- Assisted orthopedic patients with mobility tasks such as ambulation, transfers, and range-of-motion exercises as part of their rehabilitation process.
Education
Bachelors of Nursing -
University of Montreal
Laval, QC06.2017
Skills
- Interprofessional Collaboration
- Case Documentation
- Clinical expertise
- Medical Documentation
- Staff Education
- Reviewing risk exposure
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organizational Skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Bulgarian
Limited Working
Hobbies
Art (Oil painting), Nutrition, Fitness, Volleyball, Skiing.
Volunteering and extracurricular
Humanitarian Trip to Peru (2011)
Volunteer at Hawkesbury & District General Hospital in Ontario (2010-2013)
Timeline
Nurse Consultant (CSI) in Infection Prevention and
CIUSSS Centre Ouest, Jewish General Hospital
04.2022 - Current
Medical & Surgical Registered Nurse
Jewish General Hospital
11.2018 - 04.2022
Orthopedic Registered Nurse
Jewish General Hospital
06.2017 - 11.2018
Bachelors of Nursing -
University of Montreal
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