MELIZA R. AGUSTIN

** ******** ********, ***********, ** M1J 1L3

Cell phone: 416-***-****

E-mail: ac90tw@r.postjobfree.com

Objective: A highly energetic, flexible and career-oriented individual seeking to obtain a position as a Registered Practical Nurse.

Highlights of Qualifications:

● Successfully completed the Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination with CNO

● Excellent in providing bedside care using CNO’s best practice guidelines

● Clinical nursing experience in Rehabilitation and Long-term care

● Able to perform first aid and patient transfer

● Exceptional in providing wound care and dressing changes

● Ability to multitask in a fast-paced workplace and work for extended shifts

● Team worker and can also work independently

● Hardworking, self-motivated, reliable, detail oriented and able to meet deadlines

● Literate in using computer

● Good in English and Filipino

Clinical Experience:

Practical Nurse (Pre-Grad Placement) – (Sept 2013 - Dec 2013)

Rouge Valley Centenary Hospital – Rehabilitation Ward

● Worked independently and in collaboration with the health care team to provide outstanding patient care

● Performed health assessment utilizing critical thinking to provide timely and efficient treatments

● Prepared and administered medications including antibiotics and narcotics through oral and parenteral routes

● Monitored client’s on an ongoing basis for adverse drug reactions/side effects and reported any potential problems to the supervisor/manager

● Performed sterile procedures including catheter insertion, wound dressing changes, colostomy changes, removing of staples, flushing of saline lock and removing IVs

● Transferred patients using one-person and two-person assist, and with the use of a ceiling lift

● Provided patients and family health teaching

● Maintained client’s privacy and confidentiality

● Attended in-service training on influenza prevention, and safety and quality care

Practical Nurse Student – (May 2013 - August 2013)

Baycrest Hospital – Rehabilitation/Long-term Care

● Worked under the supervision of an RN in providing bedside care, treatment and clinical documentation for patients on rehabilitation floor and long-term facility

● Reported patient’s status to physician and other nurses

● Handled medication administration, dressing changes, IV bag changes, colostomy, and all other aspects of nursing care

Practical Nurse Student – (March 2013 - April 2013)

Providence Hospital-Long-term Care

● Assisted PSW in feeding and providing care to elderly residents

● Observed RPN in providing medications to elderly residents

● Assisted PSW in transferring patients using ceiling lift and Hoyer lift

Meliza R. Agustin 416-***-****

Worked Experiences:

Private Nurse - (June 2019 – Present) Hogart Residence

● Checking of vital signs regularly

● Assessing client’s cognition and for any skin breakdown, redness, bruises, swelling or any abnormalities

● Observing for any shortness of breath

● Taking him for a short walk for exercise and to inhale fresh air

● Joining him in coloring books, playing different games like snake ladder, monopoly, mystery game and card game

● Offering fluids and healthy snacks

● Making sure his safety all the time

Private Nurse – (Sept 2014 – Nov.2, 2018) Nichols Residence

● Gave oral medications, topical creams/sprays and injections

● Assessed client’s cognition and skin for any bruises, surface wounds, dryness/cracked skin, unusual redness or swelling

● Daily checked of blood pressure, heart rate, respiration, oxygen saturation, pain and BM

● Observed for any shortness of breath and dizziness

● Provided socialization and encouraged client to talk about her concerns

● Accompanied in doctor and dental appointments

● Informed family any changes in client’s condition

● Offered healthy snacks and encouraged fluid intake

● Ensured that client not choking while eating meals

● Ensured the client safety, security and best care all the time

● Encouraged her to color the coloring books and joined her in playing bubbles

● Assisted client for basic exercises and accompanied her for a walk at the park

Personal Support Worker - (March 2013 - April 2014) Gaidulis Residence

● Prepared meals and assisted with eating

● Ensured medications taken

● Provided sponge bath and peri-care

● Applied lotion and non-medicated creams

● Assisted with mouth care including denture care and cleaning

● Accompanied client on a short walk

● Provided emotional support to the client

Elderly Caregiver-(Dec 2004-Feb 2013) Sandor Residence

● Cooked/prepared meals and assisted with eating

● Ensured medications taken

● Maintained client’s records including stool and cognition

● Dressed and groomed client

● Ensured hearing aid, glasses and walker were in working order and being used

● Removed unnecessary clutter from hallways and pathways that could potentially cause falls and well lit in hallway during night time

● Assisted with exercise for range of motion

● Simple household duties

● Reported to family any change in client’s condition

● Assisted client in doctor’s appointment

Casual Registered Nurse-(Jan 1999-Jan 2002) Medical Ward

Eastern Pangasinan District Hospital, Philippines

● Implemented individualized, goal directed nursing care to client’s needs through the use of nursing process

● Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care of assigned clients

● Developed and followed through clients care plan

● Safely administered medications, and observed for potential side effects/adverse reactions

● Monitored signs/symptoms and reported changes in client’s condition

● Inserted intravenous therapy, given IV push and observed IV complications

● Documented all clients care clearly and accurately in charts

● Educated clients and their families on health and wellness practices

Academic Education and Training:

Fundamentals for Hospice Palliative Care Course; (January 12-February 19, 2019) –Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities, Scarborough, Canada

Medication Administration Workshop; (June 6, 2015) – Topnotch Nursing Review and Workshop Center; Scarborough, Canada

Bridging to RPN for Internationally Educated Nurse; (Jan 2012-Dec 2013) - Centennial College HP Campus; Scarborough, Canada

Standard First Aid with CPR/AED – level HCP; (March 2019-March 2022) – Vital CPR; Toronto, Canada

Intravenous Therapy & Phlebotomy Training; (June 1, 2014) – Mississauga, Canada

Bachelor of Science in Nursing; (June 1991- March 1995) – Urdaneta City University, Philippines

Volunteer Experience:

Women’s College Hospital; (May 2015 – December 2015) Breast Centre Volunteer

● Put clients in the examination room

● Made calls for clients’ appointment

● Faxed referrals and sent clients result to their family physician

● Prepared pre surgical package kits

References available upon request

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