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Zahra Abidi

Oakville

Summary

Experienced Registered Nurse with a background in patient care and nursing. Proficient in managing complex medical conditions and supporting patient recovery. Demonstrated expertise in critical thinking and effective communication. Collaborates with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Focuses on patient assessment, medication administration, and compassionate care delivery. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Skilled leader in guiding teams, managing projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Emergency, Intensive Care Unit

911 Nurses GTA Agency
03.2023 - Current
  • Possess expertise in the emergency department, specifically in the triage of patients across acute, subacute, and non-acute sections.
  • Demonstrate adept problem-solving and critical thinking skills in delivering patient care, ensuring the accurate application of medical protocols.
  • Delivered patient care spanning all age groups, acquiring extensive knowledge through these experiences.

Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Mackenzie Health
01.2019 - Current
  • Mainly offer care to diverse unstable patients with critical, acute, or chronic conditions in an intensive care environment, involving frequent nursing evaluations and the use of life-sustaining technology and medications.
  • Skilled in delivering advanced care to patients dealing with COVID-19, sepsis, multiorgan failure, acute respiratory distress syndrome, pulmonary thrombosis, renal failure, complication pos-operative surgical cases, shock syndrome, cardio-pulmonary failure, and more.
  • Observing and evaluating patients throughout intricate treatments and procedures, such as dialysis, central one insertions, bedside endoscopies, tracheostomies, and more.
  • Embodied various leadership roles such as a MRN (most responsible nurse/charge nurse), clinical mentor/preceptor to new hires and Critical Care Response Team (CCRT) registered nurse early on in my career as a registered nurse.
  • As a CCRT RN, received emergency calls hospital wide to de-escalate medical emergencies and prevent ICU admissions. Acquired advanced nursing skills and critical thinking skills while using various medical directives to execute patient care plans. Worked alongside CCRT physicians, registered respiratory therapists, pharmacists and other medical professionals.
  • Leadership Roles:

Longterm Care Facility

Chartwell
09.2018 - 12.2018
  • Collaborated with diverse chronic geriatric patients, undertaking responsibilities such as medication administration, conducting thorough assessments, and providing wound care for complex wounds.
  • Educating RPNs and RNs on how to utilize a wide range of skills to provide holistic care to residents with significant frailty and ever increasing levels of complexity.
  • Developing and initiating treatment strategies to enhance the well-being of geriatric patients, involving the review of patient medications and collaboration and physicians, nurse practitioners, as well as engagement with physiotherapy and occupational therapy.
  • Knowledgeable and skilled in coordinating care of patients, responding to changes in patient’s status and providing emotional, psychological and physical support to families and patients.

Acute Psychiatric Unit

St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2018
  • Collaborated with diverse acute psychiatric patients, overseeing the administration of psychiatric medications and managing crises through the demonstration of robust empathy, effective communication skills, and adept problem-solving abilities.
  • Well-versed in the realm of psychiatric medications, encompassing antipsychotics, antidepressants, anxiolytics, hypnotics and mood stabilizers.
  • Possess comprehensive knowledge in pharmacology, pharmacokinetics, medication adverse effects and interactions.
  • Participated in psychotherapy with the psychiatric interdisciplinary team.

Mother-Baby Registered Nurse

McMaster University
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Administered neonatal assessments and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes for newborns.
  • Educated new parents on infant care techniques, promoting safe practices and enhancing family confidence.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to mother-baby needs.
  • Led quality improvement initiatives focused on enhancing patient satisfaction and streamlining workflows.

Education

Critical Care Response Team Certification -

Mackenzie Health
Vaughan, ON
01.2021

Critical Care Nursing Certification - undefined

Humber College
Etobicoke, ON
04.2019

Cardiac Rhythm and ECG Interpretation Certification - undefined

Michener Institute
Toronto, ON
04.2019

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
04.2018

Skills

  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving

Certification

  • Registered Nurse: CNO License #18071355
  • ACLS: 1379350
  • BCLS – HCP
  • Mask Fit Test Certification

Languages

English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Professional Working
Hindi
Professional Working

Timeline

Emergency, Intensive Care Unit

911 Nurses GTA Agency
03.2023 - Current

Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Mackenzie Health
01.2019 - Current

Longterm Care Facility

Chartwell
09.2018 - 12.2018

Acute Psychiatric Unit

St. Joseph's Hospital
01.2018 - 04.2018

Mother-Baby Registered Nurse

McMaster University
01.2017 - 03.2018

Critical Care Nursing Certification - undefined

Humber College

Cardiac Rhythm and ECG Interpretation Certification - undefined

Michener Institute

Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing

McMaster University

Critical Care Response Team Certification -

Mackenzie Health

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