I am a Wiikwemkoong Band Member. Wiikwemikonng is home to Odawa, Ojibway and Potawatomi people. I am currently retired Registered Nurse. I have 27 years of working for my community as a Community Health Nurse then a Home Care Nurse then ending as Program Manager of the Home Care Department.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
LTC/HCC Program Manager
Wikwemikong Health Center
09.2007 - 05.2023
Managed and supervised administrative and daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations.
Established strong relationships with key stakeholders, ensuring support for program initiatives.
Developed strategic plans, setting clear objectives and achievable milestones for the team.
Managed cross-functional teams for successful project completion within deadlines and budgets.
Conducted comprehensive program evaluations, identifying areas for improvement and recommending actionable solutions.
Identified program obstacles and communicated possible impacts to team.
Utilized data-driven decision-making approaches to inform strategy development and optimize outcomes.
Coached team members on professional development opportunities, contributing to improved overall performance.
Addressed and resolved technical, financial, and operational concerns by working with team members and directors.
Improved program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing time-saving solutions.
Championed best practices in project management, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Established team priorities, maintained schedules and monitored performance.
Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
Successfully managed budgets and allocated resources to maximize productivity and profitability.
Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.
Maintained professional demeanor by staying calm when addressing unhappy or angry customers.
Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
Long Term Care Nurse
M'naamodzawin Healht Services
09.2006 - 08.2007
Administered medications and oversaw activities of daily living such as bathing, hygiene, and ambulation.
Maintained timely documentation of patient progress, facilitating effective communication among the care team members.
Enhanced the quality of life for elderly patients through personalized care plans and regular health assessments.
Assisted clients with activities of daily living, fostering independence and improving their overall wellbeing.
Registered Nurse
Naandwechige-Gamig Wikwemikong Health Centre
10.1995 - 02.2006
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
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.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Registered Nurse
Health Sciences North
04.1999 - 04.2000
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
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.
Registered Nurse Aboriginal Prenatal Program
N'Swakamok Native Friendship Centre
04.1999 - 04.2000
Managed the prenatal program which involved providing nurtritional meals, prenatal classes, individual home visits, and post partum recovery.
Registered Nurse
Springfield Memorial Hospital
06.1993 - 05.1995
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.