Global-Experience RN: Acute Care, OR, NICU, Med-Surg

KATRINA ELENA ESPINA

647-***-**** *************@*****.*** Toronto, Ontario M4H 1K1

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and highly adaptable Registered Nurse with over 15 years of global experience across Emergency-adjacent specialties, including Operating Room, Medical/Surgical (Neurology/Gastroenterology), and Obstetrics. Proven ability to deliver safe, high-quality care in fast-paced, high-pressure environments. Proficient in PowerChart and Surginet (Unity Health systems) and skilled in managing non-invasive ventilation and complex vascular access. Committed to clinical excellence, patient advocacy, and continuous professional development in acute care settings. CORE COMPETENCIES

• Acute Care & ER Readiness: Expertise in rapid head-to-toe assessments, recognizing deteriorating patient status, and implementing timely interventions.

• Specialized Technical Skills: Advanced knowledge in IV Therapy, Central Vascular Access Devices (CVADs), Foley catheters, and Enteral feedings.

• Emergency Interventions: Experienced in managing obstetrical emergencies, neonatal resuscitation (Apgar), and surgical crisis management.

• Critical Care Support: Skilled in the management of Non-invasive Ventilation

(CPAP/BiPAP) and continuous cardiac monitoring.

• Digital Proficiency: Advanced user of PowerChart and Surginet for real-time electronic health record documentation and continuity of care. RELEVANT CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

North York General Hospital Internationally Educated Nurse (SPEP) Toronto, ON June 2024 – July 2024

• Performed focused health assessments and prioritized care for acute medical-surgical patients.

• Utilized PowerChart and Surginet for accurate, real-time documentation of vital signs, medications, and clinical interventions.

• Gained hands-on experience in Endoscopy, ensuring strict adherence to infection control and procedure safety.

King Saud University Medical City Staff Nurse (Med-Surg & Antenatal) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

August 2012 – May 2019

• Managed complex patient conditions in Neurology and Gastroenterology, requiring frequent monitoring and rapid decision-making.

• Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes for high-acuity patients in diverse clinical settings.

• Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify urgent patient needs and guide clinical interventions.

Batangas Medical Center Staff Nurse (Labour & Delivery) Philippines November 2011 – August 2012

• Recognized and responded to potential complications and life-threatening emergencies during pregnancy and delivery.

• Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs using tocodynamometry to ensure safety during high-risk labor.

• Performed initial newborn assessments (Apgar) and managed immediate postpartum complications.

Lipa Medix Medical Center Staff Nurse (OR, ER, Recovery, Delivery) Philippines April 2006 – July 2008

• Circulated and scrubbed for major and minor operative procedures, maintaining sterile fields and performing surgical counts.

• Continuously monitored vital signs during surgery and evaluated patient stability in the post-operative phase.

• Calculated and administered critical medications as directed by surgeons and anesthesiologists.

LEADERSHIP & RECENT PRACTICE

AccelaStaff / Villa Leonardo Gambin Resident Care Supervisor & RN Toronto, ON August 2024 – Present

• Lead multidisciplinary teams, delegating tasks and ensuring adherence to CNO standards and facility policies.

• Oversee specialized programs, including wound care, behavior management, and falls prevention.

• Facilitate physician rounds and serve as a liaison between families and the medical team to ensure patient-centered care.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing – University of Batangas, Philippines

• Registered Nurse – College of Nurses of Ontario (Registration #24920524)

• BCLS with AED – Canadian Red Cross

• Renal Disorders & Kidney Disease Management (NEPH 610) – Humber Polytechnic

(Ongoing)

• Activation Co-Ordinator/Gerontology (With Honors) – George Brown College

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