Althea Capper
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN)
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About
Compassionate and dedicated Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) with over 20 years of experience in long-term care, complex continuing care, geriatrics, palliative care, restorative care, and rehabilitation. Strong background in leadership, quality improvement, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Skilled in medication administration, wound care, tracheostomy care, G-tube management, admissions/discharges, and PointClickCare documentation.
Recognized for excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills while consistently maintaining College of Nurses of Ontario standards.
Experience
CQI / Restorative Care Coordinator - The Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre - Toronto, ON
(2025-01)
- Coordinate restorative care initiatives and quality improvement programs
- Evaluate resident care outcomes and implement evidence-based improvements
- Monitor compliance with healthcare standards and organizational policies
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident-centered care
- Support staff education, mentoring, and best practice implementation
- Contribute to care planning and continuous quality improvement initiatives
- RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Champion and Co-Lead of BPSO Program
Charge Nurse - The Salvation Army Meighen Health Centre - Toronto, ON
(2003-01 - 2025-01)
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated resident care delivery
- Administered medications and treatments safely and accurately
- Provided wound care, catheter care, and palliative nursing care
- Managed admissions, discharges, and resident assessments
- Maintained accurate documentation using PointClickCare
- Ensured compliance with infection prevention and safety protocols
- Delivered compassionate care to geriatric and long-term care residents
Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) - Toronto Grace Health Centre - Toronto, ON
(2023-01 - 2025-01)
- Provided nursing care in complex continuing care settings
- Performed tracheostomy care, suctioning, and G-tube management
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses
- Delivered wound care and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams
- Supported patient-centered rehabilitation and palliative care goals
Education
Practical Nursing Diploma - Nursing - Humber College
