Cleo R.

Seeking position as a Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner - Trillium Health Partners - Mississauga, Canada

(2024-02)

• Conducted comprehensive metabolic risk assessments for patients on antipsychotic medications, including baseline and ongoing monitoring of weight, BMI, waist circumference, blood pressure, and lipid profiles.
• Treating conditions such as obesity/weight management
• Ordered, interpreted, and managed follow-up for essential metabolic laboratory investigations, including fasting blood glucose, HbA1c, and lipid panels, to identify and track conditions like diabetes, dyslipidemia, and metabolic syndrome.
• Developed and implemented individualized, evidence-based management plans for identified metabolic abnormalities, focusing on lifestyle interventions (nutrition, physical activity), medication adjustments, and adjunct pharmacotherapy.
• Prescribed and managed medications to address metabolic side effects (e.g., metformin for insulin resistance, antihypertensives, statins) in close collaboration with psychiatrists and primary care providers.
• Provided extensive psychoeducation to patients and families on the metabolic risks of antipsychotics, the importance of proactive monitoring, and strategies for mitigating weight gain and cardiometabolic decline.
• Served as a key liaison between psychiatry, endocrinology, cardiology, and primary care to ensure coordinated, holistic patient management and clear communication of care plans.
• Utilized motivational interviewing and health coaching techniques to engage patients in preventative health behaviors and improve adherence to metabolic monitoring and treatment recommendations.
• Contributed to clinic quality improvement initiatives by tracking patient outcomes, auditing monitoring completion rates, and participating in the development of standardized metabolic screening protocols.

Nurse Practitioner - eVisit NB Virtual Care - Oakville, Canada

(2024-03)

• Delivered comprehensive, patient-centered primary and urgent care through a secure telehealth platform, assessing, diagnosing, and treating a high-volume caseload of acute and chronic conditions for patients across the province.
• Prescribed medications, ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests (e.g., labs), and developed evidence-based management plans, with a focus on continuity of care and appropriate in-person referrals when necessary.
• Provided specialized virtual care for mental health concerns, including initial assessments for anxiety and depression, medication initiation and management, and crisis evaluation with coordinated follow-up.
• Conducted proactive chronic disease management for conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and COPD, focusing on patient education, medication adherence, and lifestyle modification to improve health outcomes.
• Built strong patient-provider relationships in a virtual setting, employing excellent communication and active listening to overcome the limitations of remote care and ensure patient understanding and engagement.
• Collaborated seamlessly with a network of physicians, specialists, and local health resources to facilitate integrated care plans, smooth referrals, and safe handoffs for complex patient needs.
• Maintained meticulous and compliant electronic medical records (EMR), ensuring all virtual encounters were documented accurately, securely, and in accordance with provincial regulations and clinic protocols.
• Advocated for patient accessibility within the virtual care model, identifying systemic barriers and tailoring care approaches to serve diverse populations, including those in rural and underserved communities.

Nurse Practitioner - Fastreat Virtual ADHD Care - ON, Canada

(2025-10)

• Conducted comprehensive virtual psychiatric evaluations for adolescents and adults with suspected ADHD, utilizing standardized diagnostic tools (e.g., ASRS-v1.1) and differential diagnosis to inform treatment plans.
• Developed, initiated, and managed personalized medication regimens, including stimulants and non-stimulants, with diligent follow-up for titration, efficacy monitoring, and side-effect management.
• Provided evidence-based, adjunctive psychoeducation and coaching on behavioral strategies, executive function skills, time management, and organizational systems to empower patient self-management.
• Delivered holistic, patient-centered care through secure telehealth platforms, ensuring accessibility and building strong therapeutic alliances in a virtual environment.
• Collaborated closely with a multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, therapists, and care coordinators to ensure integrated care and address co-occurring conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression).
• Maintained rigorous adherence to prescribing regulations for controlled substances, completing thorough documentation.
• Educated patients and families on ADHD neurobiology, treatment options, and realistic goal-setting to improve understanding, engagement, and long-term outcomes.
• Continuously evaluated treatment effectiveness through structured feedback and symptom tracking, adapting care plans to optimize patient progress and quality of life.

Nurse Practitioner - FoneMed Virtual Care - NFL, Canada

(2023-10 - 2024-06)

• Provided comprehensive virtual clinical assessments and evidence-based treatment for a diverse range of acute, episodic, and chronic conditions within a telehealth nursing support environment.
• Delivered specialized telephone and video care, utilizing advanced clinical decision-making to determine acuity, provide immediate care directives, and facilitate appropriate dispositions to emergency departments, clinics, or self-care.
• Managed and optimized care plans for chronic disease populations (e.g., diabetes, CHF, COPD) through scheduled follow-up calls, focusing on medication adherence, symptom monitoring, and prevention of hospital readmissions.
• Served as a key clinical resource within a large-scale telehealth operation, offering expert guidance, consultation, and support to registered nurses and other team members on complex patient cases.
• Conducted thorough post-discharge follow-up calls for health system partners, ensuring understanding of discharge instructions, reconciling medications, and identifying early warning signs to reduce avoidable readmissions.
• Developed and delivered personalized patient education and coaching on disease management, medication use, and lifestyle modifications, empowering patients to manage their health effectively at home.
• Collaborated closely with physicians, pharmacists, and community health resources to coordinate seamless patient care, initiate referrals, and ensure continuity across the healthcare ecosystem.
• Maintained rigorous documentation standards within a proprietary clinical management system, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant records for all patient interactions and interventions.

Attending Nurse Practitioner - Village of Erin Meadows LTC - Mississauga, Canada

(2022-12 - 2024-03)

• Completing assessments, ordering, interpreting, and communication diagnostic testing and procedures.
• Identified and prioritized clinical risks (e.g., falls, infections, responsive behaviors) to drive immediate interventions and prevent unnecessary hospital transfers.
• Collaborated with RNs, physicians, and a multidisciplinary team to assess complex residents, review critical lab results, and guide high-priority care.
• Provided clinical mentorship and oversight to nursing staff, reviewing practices, processing urgent orders, and supporting palliative care delivery.
• Enhanced team capacity by identifying educational needs and participating in/organizing training initiatives.

Master's - Primary Health Care

BScN