VANESSA SOLIS
Windsor,Ontario
Summary
Seasoned nurse with extensive experience in primary care healthcare and adolescent sexual health clinics, notably at weCHC - Teen Health Center. Excelled in pediatric and adult vaccinations, demonstrating adeptness in phlebotomy and patient education. Proven ability to improve patient outcomes through effective collaboration and compassionate care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse - Sandwich Site
WECHC - Sandwich Site
07.2023 - Current
- Encouraged health-promoting behaviors to improve patient health and reverse disease.
- Evaluated and assessed phone calls from facilities, physician offices, hospitals and patients to handle urgent issues and prioritize care.
- Assessed health status of patients by eliciting health histories, conducting physical assessments, and analyzing data to formulate plans of care.
- Called patients to share lab results and discuss physician orders.
- Resupplied offices and examination rooms, labeled drawers and ordered new stock.
- Used PS Suite to maintain patient medical records, accurately recording vital statistics, medical histories, vital statistics and test results.
- Administered immunizations to patients to prevent disease.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating, and noting times of collection.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Conducted venipuncture procedures.
Teen Health Nurse
WECHC - Teen Health Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Provided screening, treatment and education to teenagers and young adults at risk of sexually transmitted infections.
- Under medical directive ordered lab tests to diagnose STIs.
- Dispensed medications for the treatment of communicable diseases according to Public Health.
- Started clients on birth control methods to reduce unwanted pregnancies.
- Administered immunizations according to Canada's Immunization Schedule.
- Made internal referrals for patients wanting to initiate addiction counseling and rehabilitation.
Registered Practical Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 04.2023
- Performed nasopharyngeal swabs for hospital staff and general public.
- Interviewed clients to document symptoms and potential exposure risks.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of illness.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Pain Nurse and Office Manager
Dr. Fedoruk's Pain Clinic / TLC Phlebotomy Services Inc.
09.2014 - 12.2021
- Supervised all clinical activities in the pain clinic.
- Performed intake and follow-up patient assessments, urine drug screenings, assisted physicians on procedures and coordinated referrals to other inter-disciplinary team members.
- Lead patient education programs on safe use of opioids and medical cannabis.
- Coordinated the creation and implementation of revised clinic documentation in accordance with the Canadian Guidelines for Opioids in Chronic Non-Cancer Pain.
- Under the supervision of physicians, completed forms, wrote medical reports regarding health status, effects of chronic pain in daily life activities, effectiveness of treatment plans, tolerance to medications, adverse effects.
Occupational Health Nurse - Casual
Lifemark Health Group
06.2016 - 01.2022
- Delivered employee health services at several companies, which included biometric screenings and immunizations.
- Educated employees on illness prevention, lifestyle changes and smoking cessation programs.
- Provided individualized medical counseling for employees.
- Performed occupational assessments for newly hired employees.
COVID-19 Immunization Nurse
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Safely administered COVID-19 vaccines at targeted vaccination clinics, providing education to clients on precautions, contraindications and potential side effects.
- Documented patients' progress and updated departmental records with data using COVAXON software according to public healthcare documentation guidelines.
- Participated in mass vaccination clinics for the Spanish agri-farm workers sector.
Urgent Care Staff Nurse
Tecumseh Urgent Care Clinic
09.2014 - 08.2017
- Assisted patients dealing with traumatic injuries or illnesses, including stroke patients, accident victims and cardiac patients.
- Observed and reported patient condition, progress and medication side effects to accurately document updates.
- Performed TB skin tests, administered vaccinations, IM and SC medications.
- Performed ECGs and simple lab tests.
- Removed sutures and applied splints for musculoskeletal injuries.
- Maintained timely flow of clients, assisted with triage.
Pediatric Nurse
Dr. Abo-Aisha's Medical Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Vaccinated patients to protect pediatric clients from measles, pneumonia, influenza and other illnesses of concern.
- Performed triage on all incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided routine check-ups to newborns, toddlers, infants and adolescents.
Field Medic
Sports Medic Windsor Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Administered first aid treatment to sick or injured persons in prehospital settings.
- Communicated with dispatchers or treatment center personnel to provide information about situation, to arrange reception of victims or to receive instructions for further treatment.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
Staff Nurse
New Beginnings Rest Home
08.2011 - 08.2012
- Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed medications and reported adverse reactions to medications or treatments in accordance with policy.
- Assisted patients with dressing, eating and bathing and encouraged patients to perform basic needs independently to promote self-esteem.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Education
Graduate Certificate - Mental Health And Addictions
St. Lawrence College
Kingston, ON08-2025
Graduate Certificate - Chronic Pain Management
McGill University
Montreal, QC09.2019
Registered Practical Nurse - Nursing
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
Windsor, ON04.2011
Skills
- Pain management
- Sexual health clinics
- Pediatric and adult vaccinations
- Adolescents sexual and reproductive health
- Phlebotomy
- Mental health
Certification
- Gentle Persuasion Approach Training - 2021
- Crisis Intervention Training - 2022
- BCLS certification
- OHIP Medical Billing Training - 2020
- Intravenous Infusion Therapy Training - 2014
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse - Sandwich Site
WECHC - Sandwich Site
07.2023 - Current
Teen Health Nurse
WECHC - Teen Health Center
06.2022 - 07.2023
Registered Practical Nurse
Windsor Regional Hospital
05.2021 - 04.2023
COVID-19 Immunization Nurse
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit
03.2021 - 06.2021
Occupational Health Nurse - Casual
Lifemark Health Group
06.2016 - 01.2022
Pediatric Nurse
Dr. Abo-Aisha's Medical Corporation
01.2016 - 01.2017
Pain Nurse and Office Manager
Dr. Fedoruk's Pain Clinic / TLC Phlebotomy Services Inc.
09.2014 - 12.2021
Urgent Care Staff Nurse
Tecumseh Urgent Care Clinic
09.2014 - 08.2017
Field Medic
Sports Medic Windsor Inc.
01.2013 - 01.2014
Staff Nurse
New Beginnings Rest Home
08.2011 - 08.2012
Graduate Certificate - Mental Health And Addictions
St. Lawrence College
Graduate Certificate - Chronic Pain Management
McGill University
Registered Practical Nurse - Nursing
St. Clair College of Applied Arts And Technology
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