Jennifer Maughn

Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Nurse

Toronto, OntarioMember since March 3, 2026

Geriatric assessmentsEnd-of-life careDischarge planningClinical decision-making

About

Conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments in the emergency department to evaluate cognitive status, functional ability, fall risk, medication safety, mental health, behavioural issues and social supports for older adults. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, social workers, physiotherapists, and community agencies to develop safe discharge plans and ensure continuity of care. Identify high-risk seniors and implement early interventions to prevent hospital admissions, reduce emergency department revisits, and improve patient outcomes.

Experience

Geriatric Emergency Management (GEM) Nurse - Lakeridge Ajax-Pickering Hospital - Ajax, Ontario

(2011-04 - 2026-02)

Conduct comprehensive geriatric assessments in the emergency department to evaluate cognitive status, functional ability, fall risk, medication safety, mental health, behavioural issues and social supports for older adults.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, social workers, physiotherapists, and community agencies to develop safe discharge plans and ensure continuity of care.
Identify high-risk seniors and implement early interventions to prevent hospital admissions, reduce emergency department revisits, and improve patient outcomes.
Provide patient and family education on geriatric health concerns, community resources (via Ontario Health atHome), and strategies to support safe aging (i.e., long-term care applications)

Intensive Care Unit Registered Nurse - Rouge Valley Health Centenary - Scarborough, Ontario

(2006-01 - 2011-12)

Provided advanced critical care to patients with life-threatening conditions, continuously monitoring vital signs, ventilators, and complex medical equipment to ensure rapid response to changes in patient status.
Administered high-risk medications, managed life-support systems, and performed critical interventions while maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to strict patient safety protocols.
Served as charge nurse in the ICU, coordinating patient flow, assigning staff, supporting clinical decision-making, and ensuring safe, efficient delivery of critical care while acting as the primary liaison between physicians, nurses, and hospital departments

Medicine/Palliative Registered Nurse - Rouge Valley Health Centenary - Scarborough, Ontario

(2001-01 - 2005-12)

Delivered comprehensive nursing care to patients on a general medicine unit, managing complex medical conditions, administering medications and treatments, and monitoring patient progress to support safe recovery and discharge planning.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients with life-limiting illnesses, focusing on symptom management, pain control, and maintaining patient dignity and comfort.

Long-Term Care Registered Nurse/Charge Nurse - Tony Stacey Centre for Veterans Care Nursing Home

(2000-01 - 2010-12)

Provided holistic nursing care to residents with complex chronic conditions, administering medications, monitoring health status, and implementing individualized care plans to maintain quality of life. Managing RPNs and PSWs. Mentor to staff.
Participated in interdisciplinary care conferences and physician rounds, transcribe orders, collaborating with healthcare teams to review resident health status, update care plans, and ensure comprehensive, resident-centered care.