Registered Practical Nurse

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Motivated and dedicated professional seeking Registered Practical Nurse position to contribute expertise in a healthcare environment.

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATION

Over 4 years of experience as an Internationally trained nurse and Canadian equivalency of RPN as established by College of Nursing in Ontario.

Over 2 years Canadian experience working as Personal Support Worker in home care setting and Long Term Care Rehabilitation facility, providing quality service in a respectful and professional manner.

Physically fit in caring for ambulant and non-ambulant residents, using mechanical lifts, turning, lifting and transferring residents manually as required.

Empathetic and sensitive in verbal and written communication with staff members, residents, families and public, while understanding their needs and behavior.

Able and willing to participate in in-service education programs.

Ability to perform in a team environment while ensuring safety of staff and residents using knowledge of basic infection control, and wearing personal protective equipment.

Excellent ability to follow policies and procedures and applicable legislation and regulations by the establishment.

Superior client care and bedside manners.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

Registered Practical Nurse Dec 2016- Present

Bellair Laser Clinic, Toronto ON

Using lightsheer XC,ET and Coolglide for hair removal according to different skin types

Using coolsculpting for freezing fat cells for all body types

Registered Practical Nurse Sept 2016- Present

Mosaic Homecare and Services and Community Resource Centre, Toronto ON

Giving In-Vitro medication thru subcutaneous

Assisting client to doctor’s appointment

Personal Support Worker Sept 2014- Present

Mosaic Homecare and Services and Community Resource Centre, Toronto ON

Assisting clients with all activities of daily living, including eating and personal care including but not limited to bathing, toileting, grooming and dressing.

Transferring and lifting, full or partial, either manually or with help of mechanical lifts, operating mobility devices in accordance to established guidelines for safe and proper usage of such equipment.

Recognizing and reporting any and all incidents or situations relating to changes in client's behaviour or condition to immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

Create a safe and calm environment while carrying out duties in client's home.

Personal Support Worker Apr 2013- May 2014

PlatinumCare Inc., Toronto ON

Involved in multi-disciplinary team meetings to develop care plans for residents.

Observed residents’ changes in behaviour and physical condition.

Assisted residents with personal care including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, managing of incontinence.

Provided care for bedridden residents; changing position while making sure of safety and promoting client's independence if possible.

Assisted residents in daily exercise program with use of wheelchairs and walkers.

Encouraged residents to discuss emotional well-being.

ER Staff Nurse Oct 2008- Jun 2012

Cebu Doctors' University Hospital, Cebu, Philippines

Trained as Charged Nurse for eight months for twelve staff members in Emergency room that responded to patient's personal support activities. Built compassionate, flexible and positive team environment.

Assessed patient's problem and identified care priorities which improved quality of care to patients.

Observed 20-30 patients (Medical, Surgical, OB Gyne, Pediatric) in a shift and established appropriate measures for both emergency and non-emergency situations; reports and records information to physicians by demonstrating flexibility and good judgement.

Initiated standard CPR during emergency cases that revived patient's life after 5-7 minutes of arrest.

Implemented safety standard of services and safe work practices which strengthened work performance of patient care activities estimated from 40% to 60%.

Staff Nurse Feb 2008- Jul 2008

Cebu Doctors' University Hospital, Cebu, Philippines

Worked independently, organized and planned comprehensive quality of care to 9- 12 patients according to individual needs.

Measured vital signs like temperature, radial pulse, respirations and weight, including bowel and bladder output and input and collecting specimens as directed.

Assisted in reinforcing patient education, rehabilitation, including physical, emotional, mental health which increased patient's awareness of disease.

Selected to participate in committee work and studies which enhanced nursing care techniques

PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE

RPN Refresher Student Sept. 2015- Dec 2015

Fieldstone Commons (Sienna Senior Living), Toronto ON

Assisted RN preceptor in giving care to the residents of the unit, including but not limited to: giving oral medications, insulins, and puffers, and assistance with meals

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

Meal Assistance Volunteer Nov. 2013- Present

Providence Healthcare, Toronto ON

Assisted with delivering food and feeding.

Participated in various social and recreational activities for residents or walked/chatted with them.

EDUCATION

RPN Humber College, Toronto May 2015- Dec 2015

(RPN Refresher Certificate)

B. Sc (Nursing) West Negros University, Philippines 2006

(Registered Practical Nurse Canadian equivalency by College of Nursing in Ontario)

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & CERTIFICATES

Health Assessment Toronto, ON August 2016

IV Therapy/ Phlebotomy Toronto, ON March 2016

Dementia Care Training and U-First! Toronto, ON February 2016

CPR- Level HCP and Standard First Aid Toronto, ON June 2016

Standard CPR and First Aid Level C Toronto, ON July 2015

Mask Fitting Toronto, ON July 2015

Food Safety Training Toronto, ON July 2014

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