Sarah Kennedy ** Sharplin DR.
**********@*******.***
To whom it may concern,
Please see my resume of experience attached for the consideration as a Registered Practical Nurse within your facility.
My name is Sarah Kennedy and I am currently working as Registered Practical Nurse at Rouge valley Centenary within the Operating Room. This department gives me the ability to utilize my scope of practice while providing new learning opportunities. Working with many different types of patients has helped me to develop a passion for caring with individuals with varying health concerns. I am currently taking courses towards my BSCN which is teaching me how to provide specialized care and further developed my interest.
I am a driven and hardworking individual independently and in a multidisciplinary team setting. I am an outgoing and organized self-driven learner who is willing to accept any challenges and eager to find new learning experiences. With my combination of work experience and education I am certain that you will find me a versatile and valuable asset to your organization.
I look forward to hearing from you. Thank you for your consideration.
Sincerely,
Sarah Kennedy, RPN
Sarah Kennedy 99 Sharplin Dr.
Ajax, Ontario L1Z0P3
Skennedy9l.com
Objective
To obtain a position as a where I am able to utilize my knowledge, skills and experience to improve patient outcomes.
Highlights of Qualifications
Over 7 years of experience working in inpatient surgical unit, urgent care clinic and perioperative field, also 2 years clinical student experience in various placements
Proficient in documentation using Meditech, Microsoft Word, Excel and Powerpoint with great attention to detail
Effective use of Gentle Persuasive Approach (GPA)
Highly motivated, goal oriented and driven by success
Demonstrates excellent organizational skills, problem solving and decision-making skills
Able to work efficiently in a multi-disciplinary team or independently
Strong leadership abilities and able to multi-task and prioritize as needed
Committed to providing genuine and exceptional nursing care
Education
Durham College - Oshawa, Ontario September 2008- July 2010
Registered Practical Nursing Diploma
PSW Personal Support Working 2003-2004 Diploma Received
Perioperative Nursing 2012-2013
Graduated with Honors
Dennis O’Connor High School- Ajax, Ontario Sept 1994 - June 1998
High School Diploma
Employment History
Rouge Valley –Centenary site Jan 2015 –current
Registered Practical Nurse Operating Room
Assist physician within operating room surgical and non-invasive procedures
Ensure efficiency of treatment through monitoring of treatment regimen
Follow all infection control protocols
Participate in unit based Quality Assurance Program
Ensure the safe and effective delivery of quality nursing care
Rouge Valley - Ajax, site July 2014 – Jan 2015
Registered Practical Nurse-Alternate level of care/Surgical
Administration of Medications by IV/IM/PO/SC
Provision of assessment, care, interventions and documentation of patient progress
Works and collaborates with multi-disciplinary team
Trach and enteral feeding tube management
Providing health teaching to patient and families
Complex care wound management
Vacuum dressing maintenance and care
Markham Stouville Urgent Care - Markham, Ontario July 2011 – August 2014
Registered Practical Nurse- Urgent Care
Assisting patients with activities of daily living
Administration of medications by IV/IM/PO/SC
Wound care, dressings and aseptic technique
Work and collaborate with multidisciplinary team
Clarified and processed doctors’ orders
Continuing Education
Bridging RPN to RN BSCN September 2016 –current
Online @ Athabasca University
Additional Information
Registered Practical Nurse with College of Nurses of Ontario December 2019
(entitled to practice with no restrictions)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (Health Care Provided Level) Recert. Jan 2018
References upon request