Vrujal Patel
Registered Nurse
11A, College Crescent, Barrie,Canada
Summary
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
08.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Mentored new nursing staff, sharing best practices for patient care and fostering a supportive team atmosphere.
- Advocated for patient needs with healthcare providers, securing necessary interventions for optimal care.
- Contributed to policy updates by providing feedback on clinical practices, enhancing overall care standards.
Registered Nurse, Cancer and Palliative
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Personal Support Worker
Grove Park Home
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Documented vitals, behaviors and medications in client medical records.
- Consulted with supervisors to assess cases and plan strategies for enhancing care.
- Documentation of resident's behavior tracking, intact and output chart.
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
- Changed dressings, bandages and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
Student Nurse Intern (Transitional Care Unit)
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Administered medications under supervision, ensuring accurate dosage and timely delivery for optimal results.
- Assisted in wound care management, promoting faster healing and reducing the risk of infection.
- Checked patient's vital signs and performed physical examination
- Perform pain assessment by PQRST method.
- Achieved patient satisfaction outcome by working with nurse instructors and other health care workers.
- Improved patient care by assisting Registered Nurses with daily tasks and procedures.
Registered Nurse Intern, Emergency Department
KD Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2020
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments during initial admission process leading to accurate diagnosis.
- Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
- Kept up to date patient's charts
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ahmedabad Institute of Nursing Science
07.2016 - 12.2020
Graduate Certificate - Complex Care Nursing(CCNI)
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
01.2022 - 08.2022
Graduate Certificate - Nursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College
09.2022 - 04.2023
Skills
- Preventive health
- Patient and family advocacy
- Intravenous therapy
- Health promotion
- Compassionate care
- Emergency care
- Physical assessments
- Shared governance
- Insurance plan expert
- Time management
Certification
Basic Cardiac Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Cancer and Palliative
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
05.2024 - 08.2024
Graduate Certificate - Nursing Leadership And Management
Seneca College
09.2022 - 04.2023
Personal Support Worker
Grove Park Home
05.2022 - 05.2024
Student Nurse Intern (Transitional Care Unit)
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre
05.2022 - 09.2022
Graduate Certificate - Complex Care Nursing(CCNI)
Georgian College of Applied Arts And Technology
01.2022 - 08.2022
Registered Nurse Intern, Emergency Department
KD Hospital
03.2020 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Ahmedabad Institute of Nursing Science
07.2016 - 12.2020
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