Dima Alkhatib

My approach to care is rooted in honesty, safety, and advocating for clients as they work toward their personal goals. I believe in supporting independence while respecting dignity and individual needs.

Preceptorship – Palliative Care - St. Joseph's Care Group

(2026-04 - 2026-05)

• Managed a caseload of up to 7 palliative care patients under RN supervision.
• Performed comprehensive assessments, vital signs, and morning care.
• Participated in interdisciplinary morning rounds, discussing patient status and plan of care.
• Collaborated in family meetings, providing therapeutic communication and patient-centered support.
• Monitored changes in patient condition and reported findings promptly to the healthcare team.

Clinical Placement – Pediatrics - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

(2026-03 - 2026-04)

• Completed respiratory assessments and monitored changes in infant respiratory status.
• Performed head-to-toe and neurological assessments, including Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) evaluations.
• Assisted with intravenous (IV) therapy and medication administration.
• Calculated and verified weight-based medication dosages for pediatric patients.
• Documented patient assessments accurately and communicated significant findings to the healthcare team.

Clinical Placement – Stroke Rehabilitation - St. Joseph's Hospital

(2026-01 - 2026-03)

• Provided nursing care for patients recovering from stroke and neurological conditions.
• Completed neurological assessments, including GCS and stroke-specific assessments.
• Assisted with activities of daily living, mobility, and rehabilitation goals.
• Performed vital signs, patient assessments, and documented changes in condition.
• Collaborated with the interdisciplinary team to promote safe recovery and discharge planning.

Clinical Placement – Medical-Surgical Nursing - Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre

(2025-09 - 2025-12)

• Prepared patients and rooms for pre-operative and post-operative care.
• Performed comprehensive patient assessments and established therapeutic relationships.
• Documented assessments, interpreted laboratory results, and followed physician orders.
• Administered medications via oral, inhalation, injection, and other approved routes.
• Recognized signs of clinical deterioration and promptly reported changes to the healthcare team.
• Applied clinical judgment to prioritize patient care in a fast-paced acute care environment.

Personal Support Worker - Roseview Manor – Southbridge Care Homes

(2024-07 - 2025-06)

• Provided individualized care for 6+ residents per shift while following established care plans.
• Assisted residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including personal hygiene, dressing, mobility, toileting, and nutrition.
• Safely performed resident transfers using mechanical lifts and other assistive devices while maintaining patient safety.
• Monitored residents' physical and emotional well-being and reported changes to the nursing team.
• Delivered compassionate care to residents with diabetes, dementia, stroke-related deficits, ostomies, urinary catheters, and other complex health conditions.
• Communicated effectively with residents, families, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare professionals.
• Demonstrated flexibility by working day, evening, night, weekend, and overtime shifts.

Clinical Placement – Rehabilitation - St. Joseph's Hospital

(2024-06 - 2024-08)

• Assisted patients with mobility, rehabilitation exercises, and activities of daily living to promote independence.
• Performed patient assessments and accurately documented changes in condition.
• Inserted and managed male and female urinary catheters under clinical supervision.
• Monitored intake and output and promptly reported abnormal findings.
• Promoted patient safety, comfort, and dignity throughout the rehabilitation process.
• Collaborated with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to support individualized patient care plans.

Cake Decorator - Safeway

(2026-01)

• Provided friendly and professional customer service while assisting customers with cake orders and special requests.
• Designed and decorated customized cakes, completing up to 10 custom orders per shift while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Managed inventory by monitoring stock levels, rotating products, and organizing supplies in freezers and storage areas.
• Maintained a clean, organized, and food-safe work environment in accordance with company standards.

Clinical Placement part I - Roseview Southbridge

(2024-05 - 2024-06)

Fundamental PSW roles, which were focused on safe communication and lifting using the Sara and Hoyer lifts,

• Assisted clients with personal hygiene and promoted patient independence.
• Observed and communicated hazardous conditions and physical, behavioral, cognitive changes in residents.
• Performed housekeeping duties and a safe environment for residents.

Diploma - Practical Nursing - Confederation College (2026-05)