Veronica Cook
Peterborough,ON
Summary
I am a third year nursing student, currently studying at Trent University and seeking an opportunity to work within your hospital. I am hoping to gain hands on experience that will help guide my development throughout my years in nursing.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personal Support Worker
Plan A
05.2023 - Current
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
- Provided compassionate and patient-focused care to cultivate well-being.
Personal Support Worker
VON
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Sales Associate
Rexall Pharmacy
01.2022 - 09.2023
- Contributed to team objectives in fast-paced environment.
- Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
- Presented professional image consistent with company's brand values.
Sales Associate
Bed Bath And Beyond Distribution Center
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with managers to provide customer feedback.
- Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
Sales Associate
Cabela's
09.2020 - 09.2021
- Engaged with customers to effectively build professional relationships.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
Sales Associate
Status Salon Services
05.2020 - 08.2020
- Developed relationships with guests to meet client needs and encourage repeat service.
- Introduced new beauty products to consumers by informing clients about use and benefits.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
Peterborough, ON04.2026
High School Diploma -
Innisdale Secondary School
Barrie, ON06.2021
Skills
Sense of Responsibility
Dependability
Infant care experience
Good Time Management Skills
Adaptability and resilience
Empathetic
Very organized
Reliability
Patient Care
Dementia Care
Palliative Care
Personal Hygiene Assistance
Clinical Experience
Student Nurse 01/09/23 to 04/03/23
Lakefield Extendicare, Peterborough, ON
- Collaborated with care providers to understand the working dynamic with residents
- Performed assessment skills learned throughout the clinical placement
- Interacted with residents and helped them with daily tasks
Student Nurse 09/14/23 to 10/20/23
Ontario Shores Centre, Whitby, ON
Placement: Mental Health
- Provided nursing care and education for patients experiencing anxiety, depression and other psychiatric disorders
- Provided assistance with medications used in the treatment of various mental health disorders and educated the common and urgent side effects and implications for nursing
- Identified ethical and legal complexities within mental health nursing
Student Nurse 11/03/23 to 12/06/23
PRHC, Peterborough, ON
Placement: Maternal Child
- Collaborated with the patient's assigned nurse and/or health care team and assisted with vitals/medication administration
- Conducted assessments on c-section and vaginal delivery patients
- Provided emotional support to patient and family
- Created an therapeutic patient-nurse relationship through communication
Volunteer Experience
VOLUNTEER 09/2019 to 08/2020
Vaughan Vikings Softball Team Scorekeeper, Vaughan, ON
VOLUNTEER 11/2019 to 11/2019
Honda Of Canada Manufactering, Alliston, ON
Certification
CPR Certificate - July 2024
Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level BLS - September 2024
WHMIS Training - September 2024
Health and Safety Certificates - 2024
Nonviolent Crisis Intervention Certificate - September 2024
Mask Fit Certificate - 2025
Refrences
Sandra Richardson - Clinical Instructor
seberhardt@trentu.ca
Nancy Andrews - Nurse at Soldiers Memorial
705-796-3573
Tabetha Pierce - Manager
705-896-4753
Timeline
Personal Support Worker
Plan A
05.2023 - Current
Personal Support Worker
VON
05.2023 - 10.2023
Sales Associate
Rexall Pharmacy
01.2022 - 09.2023
Sales Associate
Bed Bath And Beyond Distribution Center
09.2021 - 08.2022
Sales Associate
Cabela's
09.2020 - 09.2021
Sales Associate
Status Salon Services
05.2020 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Trent University
High School Diploma -
Innisdale Secondary School
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