Wendy
Mount Albert,ON
Summary
Dedicated Registered Practical Nurse with a proven track record at The Residences on Yonge, showcasing exceptional skills in patient care planning and compassion. Excelled in delivering high-quality care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction through effective communication and empathetic interaction. Proficient in clinical judgment and medication administration, I am committed to advancing patient health and well-being.
Experienced with patient care, clinical procedures, and healthcare environments. Utilizes strong communication and critical thinking skills to ensure quality care and efficient operations. Track record of delivering compassionate support and fostering teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.
Professional healthcare provider skilled in patient care and medical procedures. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on achieving positive patient outcomes and maintaining high standards in clinical settings. Proficient in wound care, medication administration, and patient assessment with compassionate and reliable demeanor.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Practical Nurse
The Residences on Yonge
10.2023 - Current
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patients regularly, identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Promoted a safe clinical environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and maintaining proper hygiene standards.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through clear communication during handoff reports with colleagues regarding pertinent patient information.
- Reduced medication errors by diligently administering medications according to physician orders and facility protocols.
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
Foot Nurse
Self Employed
11.2021 - Current
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Provide education ensuring the quality of foot care services to patients in the Matawa communities is compliant with legislative and standards of practice.
- Perform routine nursing duties in accordance with company policies and procedures and Standards of Nursing Practice as defined by the provincial licensing body.
- Provide foot care according to the individual client needs within the scope of practice of a RPN/RN Foot Care Nurse.
- Understand and implement infection prevention practices while specifically adhering to care standards as it relates to foot care, and diabetic foot care.
- Co-ordinate and ensure all supplies and related foot care equipment are secured at all times, properly set up, cleaned and sterilized and fully operational
- Teach and educate on foot care-related topics
- Conduct foot assessments continually, provide a foot care treatment and maintain related client documentation in accordance with set guidelines, including collection and submission
- Determine and carry out appropriate advanced foot care nursing interventions
Registered Practical Nurse
Regional Nurses Services
12.2019 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Educated patients on disease management strategies, enabling them to make informed decisions about their healthcare.
- Administered medications and injections (IM , SC to patients).
- conducting FLUE clinic as well.
- Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
- Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans.
- Provided patient education on health care issues and prescribed medications.
Registered Practical Nurse
SRT Med-Staff
05.2015 - 01.2020
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in team meetings and offering support to colleagues as needed.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient information, treatments administered, and observations made during shifts.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, attentive care and effective communication.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices • Delivers direct nursing care as required.
- • Using a structured process, in collaboration with the client and family, assesses, plans, delivers, evaluates, and documents an individualized client assessment which reflects the client goals and priorities. Provides consistent follow-up and changes plans of care as needed.
- • Promotes and provides health related knowledge and treatment services to clients and caregivers, supporting independence and family and community values.
- • Leads development of a client centered care plan, as appropriate within scopeDocument assessments, care plans, reassessments, and service delivery on clients’ personal Home Care Health Record.
- • Coordinate nursing care services with the client, physician, hospital, rehabilitation, long term care programs and other community servicers/programs. I.e. mental health, social development, nutrition programs, etc.
- • Provides supervision, education, and support to care aides and homemakers on the home care.
- • Maintenance of confidential reporting and recording data systems.
- • Develop nursing care and teaching strategies to assist clients/families dealing with chronic illness. Participate and attend education in-service or provide other educational programs to health care staff as required
RPN
Nort Park Nursing Home
11.2012 - 11.2015
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.Ensure Resident care is provide with established nursing standards and principles, physicians’ orders and administrative policies, as well as, observe, report and record vital signs, symptoms and conditions of Residents, and initiate remedial health measures where appropriate. Assure observance of required techniques in nursing care. Assess Residents and develop, implement, review and evaluate Resident care plans. Monitor Residents’ health, notes changes in condition and assess need for referral to doctors; processes and implement physician orders. Organize and direct functions and activities related to provision of care to Residents including restorative care and palliative care as required. Interprets and implements established policies, procedures, and regulations. Dispenses medications using electronic documentation system. Works in areas which may involve Residents with social behavioural changes. Plan, direct, supervise and evaluate the work of nursing and personal care staff assigned to the unit. Orient and train new personnel and may participate in in-service education. Maintaining positive relationship with all Residents, family members, physicians, nursing and dietary staff.
- 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.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Emergency Telecommunications - Nursing
Humber College
Toronto, None06.2012
RPN Diploma - Nursing
Seneca College
06.2010
Skills
- Catheter care
- Clinical judgment
- Geriatric care
- End-of-life care
- Vital signs monitoring
- Diabetes management
- Physical assessment
- Tracheostomy care
- Disease prevention
- Mental health care
- Health promotion
- Pediatric care
- Postoperative care
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient assessment
- Direct patient care
- Medication distribution
- Physical assessments
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient care
- Patient monitoring
- Collecting vitals
- Maintaining privacy
- Family education
- Personal care needs
- Care plan development
- Compassion and empathy
- Medication administration
- Long-term care
- Infection control measures
- Vaccine administration
- Hospice and palliative care
- EMR / EHR
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Patient care planning
- Treatment Planning
- Wound care
- Administering immunizations
- Chart updating
- Care planning
- Diabetes and nutrition education
- Palliative care awareness
- Home health care
- Staff supervision
- Intake and discharge
- Taking vitals
- Intravenous therapy
- Medical assessment
- Feeding assistance
- Insulin medication assistance
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association.
- register practical nurse licence.
- dementia certificate .
- Alzheimer’s
- Palliative care
Timeline
Registered Practical Nurse
The Residences on Yonge
10.2023 - Current
Foot Nurse
Self Employed
11.2021 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
Regional Nurses Services
12.2019 - Current
Registered Practical Nurse
SRT Med-Staff
05.2015 - 01.2020
RPN
Nort Park Nursing Home
11.2012 - 11.2015
Emergency Telecommunications - Nursing
Humber College
RPN Diploma - Nursing
Seneca College
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