Wilzen Joy Ferrer
CRPCN – Vulcan & Okotoks
Okotoks,Canada
2
Languages
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Dedicated and patient-focused Registered Nurse seeking an opportunity to join the Alberta Health Services Perioperative Nursing Training Program. Bringing several years of nursing experience in primary care, along with a strong commitment to lifelong learning, teamwork, and delivering safe, compassionate, evidence-informed patient care. Eager to develop the specialized knowledge and technical skills required for perioperative nursing while contributing positively to the interdisciplinary surgical team. Highly motivated, adaptable, and prepared to embrace the challenges of a fast-paced operating room environment through hard work, professionalism, and continuous learning.
Work History
Primary Care Nurse
1 Year 6 Months- Educated patients on nutrition and lifestyle choices to help alleviate symptoms of chronic health conditions like diabetes and hypercholesterolemia.
- Conducted cognitive assessments, including MMSE, MoCA, and Trails tests.
- Provided basic and advanced foot care to support patient health.
- Assisted patients in accessing local resources for better health management.
Primary Care Registered Nurse
5 Years 4 Months- Worked alongside an award-winning physician and group of well-rounded healthcare providers in delivering quality care in rural clinical setting.
- Provided comprehensive assessment of patients’ health status/risk and provided support in management of their care.
- Provide education on preventive care and lifestyle choices to reduce symptoms of chronic health conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, CHF and COPD.
- Performed nursing clinical skills/procedures such as administering SC, IM and IV injections, ear irrigation, 24-hour BP monitoring, INR monitoring, wound care, dressing change, and sutures/staple removal.
Registered Nurse
5 Months- Conducted thorough patient evaluations and created tailored care strategies.
- Worked with diverse teams to support improved patient outcomes and optimize care workflows.
- Guided patients and families on managing health, adhering to medications, and planning for discharge.
- Implemented best practices for infection control, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans based on clinical findings and family input.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing
- License Practical Nursing Diploma
Skills
Oversaw chronic health management initiatives to optimize patient care strategies.
Directed case management efforts to ensure seamless service delivery.
Developed comprehensive treatment plans that align with patient goals.
Fostered collaboration and teamwork among multidisciplinary teams to enhance service quality.
Streamlined task prioritization to improve operational efficiency in patient care.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Filipino
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
Alberta Primary Care Nurses Association
Certification
- Introductory and intermediate lessons through Obesity Canada
- Basic and Advance Nursing Foot Care Certificate
Timeline
Primary Care Nurse
CRPCN – Vulcan & Okotoks
10.2023 - 04.2025Read More
Primary Care Registered Nurse
Palliser PCN – Brooks
05.2018 - 09.2023Read More
Registered Nurse
Cypress Health Region – Shaunavon, SK
12.2017 - 05.2018Read More
Athabasca University
Bachelor of Nursing
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Bow Valley College
from License Practical Nursing Diploma
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