SABEEN KHAWAJA
** ********** ******* ***** ****, ON, M3C 3A4 647-***-**** *************.*****@*****.***
Registered Nurse
A seasoned and exceptionally versatile nursing professional with 15+ years of experience providing high-level patient support in a variety of capacities including initial assessment, symptom monitoring, wound dressing, and administering medication. Possesses a natural aptitude for proficiently overseeing the needs for a variety of patients simultaneously while still delivering the same expert level care to each and every one. An analytical thinker who thrives in fast-paced and deadline-oriented and environments. Capable of working efficiently under pressure, utilizing organization resources and ensure overall day-to-day patient care is successfully conducted. Showcasing a demonstrated success in providing a variety of care methods including wound dressing, PEG feeding, foley’s catheter and ostomy care.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
Interdisciplinary Knowledge
Multidisciplinary Patient Care
Symptom Monitoring & Treating
Organizational Commitment
Verbal & Written Communication
Productivity Improvement
Cross-Functional Leadership
Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking
Attention to Detail
Technical Versatility
Motivated & Dedicated
Team Collaboration
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse Scarbourough Health Network Toronto, ON July 2019 – Till Dated
Chemotherapy Clinic
●Hands-on experience caring for adult cancer patients.
●Ability to assess patients using ESAS, initial and ongoing assessment.
●Profound knowledge of chemotherapy, bio-therapy, blood transfusion, phelobotomy and their side-effects.
●In-depth information about psychological effect of cancer, and capable of providing education and support to patients' family.
●Ability to provide optimistic support to patients undergoing chemotherapy and cancer treatments.
●Proficient at handling hematology, and oncology patients.
●Adapt at providing care to multiple patients, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
●Strong communication, observational, and time-management skills.
●Performing venipuncture, assessing implanted ports, and managing catheter devices.
Registered Nurse Sunnybrook Health Science Toronto, ON Oct 2018 – Till Dated
Chemotherapy Clinic
●Hands-on experience caring for adult cancer patients.
●Ability to assess patients using ESAS, initial and ongoing assessment.
●Profound knowledge of chemotherapy, bio-therapy and their side-effects.
●In-depth information about psychological effect of cancer, and capable of providing education and support to patients' family.
●Ability to provide optimistic support to patients undergoing chemotherapy and cancer treatments.
●Proficient at handling hematology, and oncology patients.
●Adapt at providing care to multiple patients, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
●Strong communication, observational, and time-management skills.
●Performing venipuncture, assessing implanted ports, and managing catheter devices.
Registered Nurse Scarbourough Health Network Toronto, ON June2017 – Oct2018
Chemotherapy Clinic
●Hands-on experience caring for adult cancer patients.
●Ability to assess patients using ESAS, initial and ongoing assessment.
●Profound knowledge of chemotherapy, bio-therapy and their side-effects.
●In-depth information about psychological effect of cancer, and capable of providing education and support to patients' family.
●Ability to provide optimistic support to patients undergoing chemotherapy and cancer treatments.
●Proficient at handling hematology, and oncology patients.
●Adapt at providing care to multiple patients, and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
●Strong communication, observational, and time-management skills.
●Performing venipuncture, assessing implanted ports, and managing catheter devices.
Registered Nurse Cambridge Memorial Hospital Cambridge, ON Jun. 2013 – July 2014
Conducted daily oncology/medicine rounds with Head Nurse to assess patient’s health status.
Assisted patients through ECG monitoring, IV medication administering, CADD pumps, portacath, PICC and central lines, and defibrillator and crash cart usage as required.
Consulted and cooperated with healthcare team members to assess, plan and implement care plans.
Registered Practical Nurse Revera Leaside Toronto, ON Sep. 2011 – July 2014
Oversaw needs of nursing care residents through assessment, planning, and implementation and evaluation, safely administered medication to residents and advised them on self-care.
Monitored, recorded and reported symptoms and changes to resident conditions
mailto:*********@*******.***
Registered Nurse The Aga Khan University Hospital Karachi, Sindh Oct. 2001 – July 2006
Conducted daily rounds with Head Nurse to assess patient’s health status and identify potential risks.
Facilitated nursing staff in assessment of patient care needs and planning, implementation and evaluation of nursing interventions.
Completed nursing assessments for all patients, initiating and updated care plans.
Oversaw and mentored nursing staff to ensure optimal patient care. Implemented individualized teaching programs for patients and family.
Assisted in providing complex care through administering chemotherapy drugs, blood transfusions and high alert medications.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS
Chemotherapy and biotherapy maintance course 2019
ONDEC Calgary, AB 2015
Chemotherapy & Biotherapy Course Desouza Institute Toronto, ON 2014
Health Assessment Course George Brown College Toronto, ON 2013
Wound Care Course George Brown College Toronto, ON 2013
Pharmacology Course George Brown College Toronto, ON 2013
Medical Surgical Nursing Course George Brown College Toronto, ON 2013
Foundations in Oncology Practice Desouza Institute Toronto, ON 2013
Bachelor of Science, Nursing The Aga Khan University School of Nursing Karachi, Pakistan 2006
Nursing Diploma The Aga Khan University School of Nursing Karachi, Pakistan 2001
TECHNICAL PROFICIENCIES
Microsoft Office
Opis
Meditech
My chart
POC