NADIA BYFIELD
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647-***-****, 905-***-**** adha5j@r.postjobfree.com
REGISTERED PRACTICAL NURSE
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Registered Practical Nurse Certificate with College of Nurses of Ontario and over 4 years combined experience in hospital and community settings
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS); Current Standard First Aid-Level A with Basic Level C CPR Certification
Proven experience in Medical, Surgical, Obstetrics, Mental Health and Long Term Care settings
Strong communication and interpersonal skills in dealing with patients, residents and families
Demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize workloads and respond to emergency situations
Excellent skills in collaborating with physicians and facility staff regarding medical care, treatment and discharge plans
Good knowledge of Meditech and Medicare systems; comfortable working with MS Word, Internet, and E-mail applications
Flexible to work different shifts and G Driver’s License with a clean driving record
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Personal Support Worker/ Companion March, 2017- Present
Home Instead, Toronto
Encourage and assist clients with activities of daily living such as feeding, changing, dressing, toileting and providing assistance in walking
Assist with ambulating and mobilization of clients
Observe, document and report any changes in the clients condition
Remind clients to take their medications and prepares meals
Provide light home help tasks including housekeeping companionship
Provide personal laundry service for residents in accordance with established work routines;
Practice universal precautions and adheres to WHIMIS protocols
Registered Practical Nurse 2016 - 2017
Versatile Care, Markham
Administered medications in a timely manner to clients
Assisted in personal care, such as bathing, showering, dressing, toileting, skin care, oral care, hair care, positioning and mobility assistance, transferring and feeding
Accompany clients to appointments, educational and recreational assistance, menu planning and shopping
Administered g feeds and care to clients
RPN/ Wellness Nurse 2007 - 2015
Sunrise Senior Living, Mississauga
Interviewed and assessed all new resident admissions to ensure that all medical and nursing needs are identified to ensure that all residents receive individualized health care services
Ensured weights and vitals for all residents are obtained and recorded on a monthly basis
Administered medication as ordered by physicians; transcribed physician orders to update records and documented therapeutic effects of medications
Prepared and maintained an effective medication dispensing and delivery system by ensuring policies and procedures of medication management are followed
Monitored progress and medical treatment as instructed by other professional medical staff; observed and reported any changes in conditions to the physician or facility staff
Ensured timely response to emergencies by providing first aid, completing necessary referrals to hospitals, and facilitating emergency calls for physicians
Prepared and maintained confidential health care records including timely and accurate documentation, accurate filing of medical histories, reports and consultations
Compiled and filed accident and injury occurrence reports where appropriate, and maintained accurate information in logbooks ensuring confidentiality
Communicated pertinent medical information to clinicians, physicians, and facility staff to ensure a continuum of care and effective health care approaches
Collaborated with the Medical Clerk to ensure timely follow up and scheduling of clinics and procedures: Physical, Dental, Optometrist, X-ray
Communicated with families of residents and other support services and multidisciplinary members to ensure high quality care for residents
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
Registered Practical Nurse, College of Nurses of Ontario, Toronto, ON 2006
EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATES
RPN Nephrology Certificate, Humber College, Toronto In process
Gentle Persuasive Approach Certificate, Home Instead, Mississauga, ON 2018
Medical Office Administration Course, Sheridan College, Brampton, ON 2017
Nurses Education, I.V. & Phlebotomy Certificate, Mississauga 2014
Advanced Nursing Foot Care Certificate, Clarkridge Career Institute, Toronto 2011
Standard First Aid with CPR level C Certificate 2011
Health Assessments, George Brown College, Toronto, ON 2008
Medication Course, Sunrise Senior Living, Mississauga, ON 2008
Practical Nursing Diploma, Sheridan College, Brampton 2007
Classic Care Pharmacy and Parkinson’s disease In-Service, Leisure World, Brampton 2006
References Available Upon Request