Vanessa Lutz-Collins
Windsor,Canada
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination. Additional background in academic writing and quantitative research.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Windsor Elms Village
08.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health
02.2021 - Current
- Provided nursing care for adults with acute medical needs and/or awaiting long-term care; prioritization of nursing procedures and patient care
- Educated patients and families on patient care, health concerns and navigating the healthcare system; advocating for patients and families to ensure they receive quality care
- Maintained current knowledge and competency in nursing skills and practice (including certification in First Aid and CPR), and healthcare policy; accessed, interpreted and implemented healthcare policies
- Various sites
Registered Nurse (Casual)
Dykeland Lodge
11.2020 - 02.2023
- Worked as part of a team of healthcare professionals to provide resident-centered care, often acting in charge nurse role
- Supported nursing staff (LPNs, CCAs, other RNs) in assessment and care of residents
CPAP Consultant
Complete CPAP Care
05.2018 - 08.2019
- Educated clients on Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSAS) and Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy; fitted clients with masks, set up and maintained CPAP equipment; equipment sterilization
- Worked within a team environment to provide client-centered care; monitored patients’ CPAP use of therapy and therapeutic outcomes; communicated with physicians regarding clients’ therapy; advocated for clients while interacting with physicians, case workers, etc
- Maintained stock and presentation of store and clinical space; billed government and insurance; scheduled appointments and handled general office administrative tasks
Residential Counsellor (Casual and Temporary Part-Time)
Ongwanada
11.2016 - 03.2017
- Managed daily routine in residential homes, provided personal care and support to six residents; applied and monitored restraints when necessary according to behavioral plan
- Administered medications, documented regularly in resident files
- Supervised community support workers
- Accompanied residents to hospital and medical appointments, advocated for residents
Personal Care Assistant/Health Care Aid
Private Clients
09.2013 - 03.2016
- Provided care for clients with dementia, Parkinson’s, Duchenne’s muscular dystrophy, Asperger’s syndrome, Diogenes syndrome, and spinal cord injuries
- Provided complete support for activities of daily living and accompanying clients on outings
- Routinely used medical equipment (cough assist, suctioning, BiPAP) and mechanical lifts
- Provided daily care of wounds, PEG and NG tubes, and suprapubic catheters
Office Coordinator
Kingston Dental Anaesthesia Clinic
02.2015 - 06.2015
- Greeted clients, took payments, provided support to anesthetist, dentist, and nurse
- Assisted with patient preparation for surgery, including obtaining and reviewing documentation and medical reports to determine candidacy for surgery at clinic
Minerals Processing Technician
Minerals Engineering Centre, Dalhousie University
11.2011 - 05.2012
- Used specialized equipment to prepare sediment samples for chemical composition analyses (spectrophotometry, mineral extraction)
- Worked independently while coordinating with team to meet tight deadlines
Office Administrative Assistant
Nova Physiotherapy
10.2011 - 11.2011
- Maintained patient files, payment records, insurance forms; maintained office appearance
- Greeted clients, took payments, sold orthopaedic products, booked appointments
- Assisted physiotherapists with office duties (faxes, forms, etc.)
Laboratory Instructor/Teaching Assistant/Marker
Department of Biology, University of Prince Edward Island
09.2006 - 05.2009
- Supervised & instructed20-30 students per semester in lab and field
- Responsible for marking student work & recording grades; addressing student concerns
- Animal Diversity / Marine Biology Marine Ecology / Field Coastal Ecology
Biologist (Contract position)
Salt Marsh Invertebrate Monitoring Project, Prince Edward Island National Parks
09.2007 - 10.2007
- Designed and oversaw the sampling of salt marsh habitats for small invertebrates
- Processed and sorted samples and identified specimens to species level; managed data
- Supervised assistants in sample collection and processing
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Queen's University
Kingston11-2017
Bachelor of Science Degree - Honours, Biology/Minor in Environmental Studies
University of Prince Edward Island
Charlottetown, PE05.2007
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Professional bedside manner
- Patient care and monitoring
- Patient and family advocacy, education, and counseling
- Physical assessments
- EMR systems
- Complex problem-solving
- Managing deadlines
Awards
Alexander Graham Bell Canada Graduate Scholarship (MSc, NSERC); Post-Graduate Scholarship (PhD, NSERC); Faculty of Science Graduate Scholarship – Natural Sciences (UPEI); Dr. Lorne and Ruby Bonnell Scholarship; Graduate Studies Scholarship – Faculty of Science, UPEI
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Windsor Elms Village
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse
Nova Scotia Health
02.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse (Casual)
Dykeland Lodge
11.2020 - 02.2023
CPAP Consultant
Complete CPAP Care
05.2018 - 08.2019
Residential Counsellor (Casual and Temporary Part-Time)
Ongwanada
11.2016 - 03.2017
Office Coordinator
Kingston Dental Anaesthesia Clinic
02.2015 - 06.2015
Personal Care Assistant/Health Care Aid
Private Clients
09.2013 - 03.2016
Minerals Processing Technician
Minerals Engineering Centre, Dalhousie University
11.2011 - 05.2012
Office Administrative Assistant
Nova Physiotherapy
10.2011 - 11.2011
Biologist (Contract position)
Salt Marsh Invertebrate Monitoring Project, Prince Edward Island National Parks
09.2007 - 10.2007
Laboratory Instructor/Teaching Assistant/Marker
Department of Biology, University of Prince Edward Island
09.2006 - 05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing Science
Queen's University
Bachelor of Science Degree - Honours, Biology/Minor in Environmental Studies
University of Prince Edward Island
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