Kimia Khaksar

Registered Nurse (CNO) with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and clinical experience across acute medicine, complex chronic care, and long-term care, including wound care, medication administration, IV therapy, and monitoring patients through evolving clinical conditions. Skilled in comprehensive assessment, individualized care planning, and clear communication with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams, with a demonstrated ability to work independently, prioritize competing demands, and apply sound clinical judgment in fast-paced or high-acuity situations. Experienced in coordinating care and administrative processes within a large hospital system, with strong documentation skills and a consistent commitment to patient safety, dignity, and compassionate, patient-centred care.

Nursing Student at St. Joseph's Health Care London, Parkwood Institute (2026-03 – 2026-04)

Dual Diagnosis unit

• Completed a 320-hour clinical placement, progressing to independently managing a full patient assignment, prioritizing care, coordinating daily activities, and organizing workload to meet competing demands.
• Performed 130+ comprehensive Mental Status Examinations, safety rounds, and ongoing patient assessments, accurately documenting subjective and objective findings.
• Administered scheduled and PRN medications by PO, SL, IM, SubQ, and inhalation routes, completing parameter checks and monitoring for therapeutic effect and adverse reactions in support of patient safety.
• Applied independent clinical judgment to recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, including assessing hypoxia and initiating supplemental oxygen within scope of practice.
• Delivered 130+ structured handoff reports to support safe transitions of care and clear communication across the care team. Educated patients and families on care plans, medications, and health needs, using clear, compassionate communication in keeping with patient- and family-centred care.

Nursing Student at London Health Sciences Centre, Victoria Hospital & Children's Hospital (2025-09 – 2025-09)

Nephrology Inpatient Unit

• Completed a 108-hour clinical rotation providing acute and specialty nursing care to adult patients across medicine, respirology, short-stay, and nephrology units.
• Used sterile technique for central and peripheral line care, provided NG tube care, assisted with blood transfusions, and administered IV medications with appropriate assessment and monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Demonstrated teamwork and adaptability in high-acuity situations, assisting with Code Blue protocols and coordinating interprofessional patient transport to the ICU.
• Used the SBAR framework to communicate changes in patient condition to nurses and other healthcare providers, and delivered clear, accurate end-of-shift handoff reports.
• Completed 45+ comprehensive head-to-toe assessments and maintained accurate, timely documentation in accordance with nursing standards.
• Monitored blood glucose regularly and cared for patients requiring CPAP/BiPAP, building skills in respiratory assessment and monitoring of non-invasive respiratory support.

Nursing Student at St. Joseph's Health Care London, Parkwood Institute (2025-07 – 2025-07)

Veterans Complex Care Unit

• Completed a 108-hour clinical rotation providing holistic, rehabilitation-focused nursing care to veterans with chronic and complex medical conditions in a long-term care setting.
• Provided care for patients requiring ventilator support, enteral tube feeding, wound care, and medication administration, prioritizing safety, comfort, and individualized care needs — directly relevant to the frail elderly population served by Specialized Geriatric Services.
• Monitored patient responses to treatment and collaborated with the healthcare team to support ongoing care for patients with complex, chronic health needs.
• Advocated for patient comfort and communicated closely with families, providing clear updates and compassionate, patient- and family-centred support.

Deployment Clerk / Bed Board Management at Sodexo (London Health Sciences Centre) (2024-05 – 2024-09)

• Coordinated patient flow, transfers, and discharges across Victoria and University Hospitals, gaining firsthand insight into hospital operations.
• Collaborated with nurses across units to ensure efficient patient flow and bed availability, applying strong communication, problem-solving, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Used Cerner Capacity Management, Excel, Word, and Outlook to track and manage bed assignments, building proficiency with electronic hospital systems.

Physiotherapy Assistant at Yonge and Cummer Rehabilitation Clinic (2021-12 – 2022-08)

• Collaborated closely with licensed physiotherapists to deliver safe, high-quality care to a diverse patient population.
• Guided patients through therapeutic exercises and provided clear patient education, while maintaining a clean, organized treatment environment.
• Tracked and recorded patient progress accurately, contributing to the multidisciplinary team's coordinated, comprehensive care.

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) in Nursing – University of Western Ontario (2026-04)

Bachelor's degree in science in Kinesiology and Health Science – York University (2023-05)