Zeena Pereira
Registered Nurse
Mississauga,Ontario
Summary
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Centre For Addiction And Mental Health
10.2021 - Current
- Perform assessments, develop, implement and evaluate the interprofessional plan of client-care for clients from diverse backgrounds who may be suffering from mental health and addiction problems and who are detained under the Criminal Code.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Wellness Case Manager, RN
Innomar Strategies
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Assisted in management of patient utilization of health care system and provided patient education relative to health care needs, use of community resources and responsibilities of membership in managed care.
- Counseled patients via telephone according to established guidelines and protocols, advising on provider-established plans of care.
- Monitored compliance and evaluated effectiveness of home treatment instructions.
Clinical Practice
Trillium Health Partners - Credit Valley Hospital
01.2019 - 08.2019
- Conducted physical assessment, administration of medication, followed safety measures and assisted with activities of daily living
- Implemented policies, procedures, rules and regulations and recommended practices that met clinical practice standards.
- Identified and addressed areas of improvement in clinical practice, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
Community Health Worker
S.R.T Med Staff
01.2017 - 12.2020
- Promoted access to healthcare services for underprivileged populations through community outreach efforts.
- Conducted home visits for elderly and disabled clients to monitor health status and ensure adherence to prescribed treatment plans.
- Supported individuals living with chronic illnesses by providing self-management education and connecting them with appropriate resources.
Registered Nurse - Adult/Pediatric ICU Nurse
Royal Hospital
01.2011 - 05.2016
- Administered complex medication regimens safely, adhering to established dosages and schedules to prevent adverse effects or drug interactions.
- Educated family members on crucial aspects of patient care, fostering collaborative relationships between all parties involved in a patient''s recovery process.
- Performed advanced life support measures during emergency situations, contributing positively to high survival rates for critically ill patients experiencing cardiac arrest or other life-threatening events.
Registered Nurse - Emergency/ICU Clinical Nurse
St. John’s Hospital
08.2007 - 05.2010
- Managed ventilator settings for intubated patients, closely monitoring respiratory status and making adjustments as needed.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to accurately identify and prioritize the needs of critically ill patients, ensuring prompt and precise interventions were made.
- Administered complex medication regimens, safely, adhering to established dosages and schedules to prevent adverse effects or drug interactions.
Education
MBA - Health Administration
Sikkim Manipal University
India 01.2014
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
St. John’s College of Nursing
India08.2007
Skills
- Patient care
- Emergency/ critical care
- Nursing process
- Ongoing documentation
- Harm reduction strategies
- Infection prevention and control (IPAC)
- Medication administration
- Vaccine administration and reading
- Ventilator monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Endotracheal suctioning
- Hemodialysis
- Client education
- Strong communication skills
- Advocacy
- Presentation
- Mentorship
- Strong computer skill
- Interpersonal relations
- Written and oral communication
- Interdisciplinary teamwork
- Community partnerships
- Cultural awareness
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of intensive care nurses in the development of CRRT (Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy)
- Training - Trained team of staff nurses in medical office procedures to ensure consistent quality of care.
Membershipandcertification
- College of Nurses of Ontario
- RNAO
- CNA
- Basic Life Support
Leadership Experience
Possessed leadership role as a clinical educator in the critical care unit and as instructor for the Continuous Renal Replacement Therapy (CRRT) by Fresenius.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Hindi
Limited Working
Konkani
Full Professional
Tulu
Elementary
Affiliations
- College of Nurse's of Ontario
- RNAO
- CNA
Certification
- Basic Life Support
Candle/soap making, acrylic painting, singing.
Always passionate about my craft and my hobbies. I feel proud of myself looking at the end product.
References
Available on request.
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