Registered Nurse Wound Care
Resume:
Rashpal Kaur Sharma
Registered Nurse
*****************@*****.*** 647-***-**** Brampton, ON
Compassionate and results-driven Registered Nurse with 18+ years of diverse nursing experience, with a strong focus on Labour & Delivery (L&D), postpartum care, and pediatrics. Skilled in managing all stages of maternal-child care, including prenatal assessments, intrapartum support, neonatal care, breastfeeding assistance, and postpartum education. Proven ability to deliver safe, evidence-based, and family-centered care while fostering positive birth experiences; available for all shifts.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
● Experienced in Labour & Delivery nursing, including vaginal deliveries, episiotomy repair assistance, and neonatal resuscitation support.
● Skilled in prenatal assessments, fetal heart monitoring (FHR), contraction pattern assessments, and providing intrapartum emotional support.
● Provide comprehensive postpartum care, including breastfeeding initiation and teaching, perineal care, and maternal discharge education.
● Proficient in neonatal assessments, monitoring newborn vital signs, feeding, and early detection of complications.
● Experienced in pediatric patient care, including vaccinations, medication administration (oral, IM, SC, IV), and family health teaching.
● Perform wound care, tracheostomy care, G-tube feeding, respiratory assessments, and post-operative care for pediatric and adult populations. Strong knowledge of Infection Prevention and Control (IPAC) standards and documentation using PointClickCare and EMR systems.
Languages: Fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi.
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Standard First Aid & CPR, Wound Care, Phlebotomy. EDUCATION
Registered with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) as a Registered Nurse Passed NCLEX-RN October, 2023
General Nursing and Midwifery (GNM) 1995-1998
Punjab Medical Institute of Nursing, India
WORK EXPERIENCE
RN, Waters Edge Care Community (Sienna Senior Living) May 2025 - Current (Part-time)
● Perform head-to-toe, skin, and post-fall assessments; stage pressure injuries
● Administer medications (oral, IM, G-tube) and vaccinations
● Provide and oversee wound care and dressing changes
● Support complex residents (e.g., G-tube, catheter, mobility impaired)
● Create and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team
● Supervise and delegate tasks to RPNs and PSWs
● Communicate with families, physicians, and NPs regarding care updates
● Lead emergency response and fall management
● Document care using PointClickCare; ensure IPAC compliance Clinic Nurse, CarePartners, North Bay
January 2025 – Current (Full- time)
● Perform wound care for various types (surgical, pressure ulcers, diabetic wounds).
● Provide PICC line care, including dressing changes and removal.
● Port care and maintenance.
● Insert and maintain IV lines; administer IV, IM, and SC injections safely and effectively.
● Insert and remove indwelling catheters for both male and female patients.
● Perform staple and drain removal; manage various post-op drains (e.g., JP, Hemovac).
● Manage prostatic stent dressings and monitor for complications.
● Assist with pleural effusion drainage and provide ongoing care.
● Perform ostomy care and maintenance.
● Deliver patient education and health teaching to support self-care and treatment adherence.
● Conduct new patient admissions with full assessments and documentation. Clinic Nurse, Canadian Addiction Treatment Centres, Hearst November 2024 – December 2024
● Adhered to Ontario College of Nurses’ guidelines, maintaining ethical and professional standards in practice.
● Administered medications (methadone, suboxone, narcotics, injections) and documented accurately per protocols.
● Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate individualized treatment plans.
● Educated patients on CATC programs and maintained accurate patient records in EMR systems.
Nurse Manager and Senior Staff Nurse, Seerat Nursing Home, India 2006–2019
● Led the Labour & Delivery unit, managing prenatal assessments, intrapartum care, and postpartum recovery for mothers and newborns.
● Assisted in vaginal deliveries, including support during complicated births and episiotomy repairs.
● Monitored fetal heart rates (FHR) and contraction patterns to ensure maternal-fetal well-being.
● Provided immediate newborn care, including APGAR scoring and early detection of neonatal distress.
● Delivered postpartum education on breastfeeding, newborn care, and maternal self-care prior to discharge.
● Supervised nursing teams to ensure safe and efficient maternal-child care practices.
● Coordinated with OB/GYNs and pediatricians for continuity of care. Senior Staff Nurse, Kamini Charitable Hospital, India 2000–2006
● Provided hands-on nursing care during labour and deliveries, assisting obstetricians during routine and emergency births.
● Conducted prenatal assessments, including monitoring for gestational complications (e.g., hypertension, diabetes).
● Performed newborn assessments post-delivery and supported breastfeeding initiation for new mothers.
● Assisted with neonatal vaccinations and early pediatric check-ups.
● Educated mothers on postpartum recovery and newborn care essentials.
● Collaborated with the healthcare team to ensure quality care in Labour & Delivery and neonatal units.
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