Clinical Extern Nursing - LHSC- Victoria Hospital
(2025-05 - 2026-05)
- Operates as a Personal Support Worker (PSW) with an enhanced scope of practice that allows for the execution of nursing-delegated tasks.
- Responsible for performing a variety of procedures, including the removal of saline locks, provision of post-mortem care, priming of IV bags, and catheter removal.
- Experience in both acute and subacute medicine, as well as acute care for the elderly.
Medical First Responder - St John Ambulance
(2025-06)
- Serves as a volunteer first responder, delivering both basic and advanced first aid during emergencies.
- Participates in citywide events organized by the St. Thomas-Elgin community and surrounding areas.
- Provides first aid coverage at public gatherings, community events, and sporting activities.
Personal Support Worker - Valleyview LTC
(2022-04 - 2022-08)
- Committed to delivering compassionate support.
- Demonstrated strong teamwork and punctuality.
- Collaborated closely with the healthcare team to provide personalized care, showcasing adaptability and dedication.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, ensuring adherence to care plans.
- Fostered empathy and respect in client interactions while building rapport.
Clinical Experience - Parkwood Veterans Care
- Provided assistance with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs)
- Delivered basic wound care and managed ostomy care
Clinical Experience - LHSC- VH Ortho/Trauma Unit
- Conducted comprehensive spinal and musculoskeletal (MSK) assessments
- Mobilized postoperative patients effectively.
- Collaborated with physiotherapy and occupational therapy teams to ensure patient safety
- Educated patients on potential long-term issues associated with MSK injuries, such as osteoporosis and arthritis
- Administered pain medications and completed pain assessments
Clinical Experience - LHSC-VH Cardiovascular Unit
- Monitored vital signs, including ECG, blood pressure, and heart rate.
- Administered cardiac medications
- Educated patients on the importance of smoking cessation, healthy eating, and physical activity
- Utilized a Doppler device to assess non-palpable pulses
- Cleansed and changed the dressings on PICC lines
Clinical Experience - LHSC- VH General Surgery/ Urology
- Successfully performed wound care, addressing a range of complexities from simple to intricate dressings
- Educated patients on new stoma care techniques and the proper use of appliances, utilizing insights from SWOT
- Monitored patients' vital signs to detect potential post-operative infections
