Yeny Almanza

Internationally educated nurse with 10 plus years of healthcare experience, specializing in operating room, oncology, sterilization unit, geriatrics, and occupational health.

Current General

Class (Practising) Registration with the College of Nurses of Ontario. Member of both RNAO and CARE Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses. Eligible and registered via Ontario Health for Nurse Graduate Guarantee program.

Strong leadership and teamwork abilities with experience working with interprofessional healthcare teams. Excellent organization, time management, problem solving and decision-making skills. Profound understanding of the healthcare needs of seniors, including knowledge of common medical conditions, medications, and dietary requirements.

Dynamic and enthusiastic professional with a passion for planning and executing activities tailored for seniors diagnosed with dementia.

Senior day program Coordinator - COSTI - Toronto, Ontario

(2023-11)

• Program Development: Designing and developing programs that cater to the needs and interests of senior citizens, including educational sessions, recreational activities, health and wellness programs, and social events.
• Activity Planning: Creating schedules and planning daily activities to engage participants, such as arts and crafts, music therapy, exercise classes, games, guest speakers, and field trips.
• Staff Supervision: Recruiting, training, and supervising staff and volunteers involved in the day program, ensuring they provide proper care and support to seniors.
• Participant Assessment: Conducting assessments of participants to understand their individual needs, preferences, and any health concerns, and adapting programs accordingly.
• Communication: Maintaining effective communication with participants, their families, and caregivers, providing updates on activities, schedules, and any changes in the program.
• Record-Keeping: Keeping accurate records of participant attendance, progress, and any incidents, as well as maintaining necessary documentation for compliance purposes.
• Advocacy and Outreach: Advocating for the needs of seniors in the community, raising awareness about the program, and engaging in outreach efforts to attract potential participants and supporters.

Assistant Project Manager specialising in healthcare information systems - Les Consultant FAYA - Montreal, Quebec (Teleworking from GTA)

(2023-01)

• Project Planning: Assisting in project planning activities, including defining project scope, objectives, timelines, and resource requirements.
• Documentation: Maintaining project documentation, such as project plans, schedules, budgets, and status reports.
• Communication: Facilitating communication among team members and stakeholders, relaying important project updates and decisions.
• Budget Management: Monitoring project budgets and expenses, ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
• Client Interaction: Interacting with clients or customers as needed, addressing inquiries and providing updates on project status.

Oncology Pivot Nurse - Verdun Hospital - Montreal, Quebec

(2022-04 - 2022-12)

• Demonstrated proficiency in time management and record keeping, performing timely patient assessments, accurately obtaining baseline data, and monitoring patients and new information.
• Collaborated closely with the Program Manager to address and resolve issues concerning clients' care and streamline program operations effectively.
• Ensured the preservation of clients' dignity and upheld their rights, creating a respectful and inclusive program environment.
• Provided quality patient care by successfully documenting health records and providing valuable assistance to oncologists during patient examination for diagnostic and procedures.
• Actively contributed to quality improvement initiatives within the oncology department, playing a vital role in implementing significant changes in practice, patient care, and organizational policies.

Program Assistant - COSTI - Toronto, Ontario

(2018-10 - 2020-05)

• Assisted in the implementation of a comprehensive program of educational and entertainment activities tailored to seniors with Alzheimer's.
• Consistently provided high-quality support to clients, addressed their needs and concerns, and exceeded expectations through good customer service and attention to detail.
• Collaborated with a team of managers and supervisors to successfully develop a comprehensive geriatric care plan, ensuring compliance with government policies and regulations.
• Assisted in the implementation of a clear and concise internal documentation system to facilitate client documentation.

Personal Support Worker - Bayshore Home Health - Richmond Hill, Ontario

(2015 - 2018)

• Implemented a comprehensive and individualized care plan for a client with complex medical needs, resulting in a significant improvement in their overall health and well-being. Through close monitoring, proactive intervention, and collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Collaborated closely with the Nurse Coordinator to resolve client care issues and optimize program operations efficiently.
• Actively engaged in team meetings, promoting collaboration and knowledge sharing, and attended case management meetings with both families and clients to facilitate comprehensive care.

Registered Nurse - USL13 Milano - Venice, Italy

(2006 - 2016)

Anesthetic and Surgery Care and Geriatric Care

• Performed patient assessment immediately upon admission to post-anesthetic care unit (PACU), obtained baseline data, measured, monitored and recorded vital signs in PACU monitoring guide, and provide patient status and progress updates to anesthesiologist.
• Checked patency of airway, intravenous and central line, breathing pattern, circulation, levels of consciousness and pain, urine output, drains and post-operative dressing for signs of hemorrhage or abnormal secretions in order to prevent post-operative complications.
• Performed surgical scrub nurse duties while enduring patient security through close surveillance.
• Assisted in selection and handling of instruments during surgical procedures and responsible arranged for all OT supplies.
• Provided excellent customer service.
• Developed plan of geriatric care to meet patients actual and potential health needs in accordance with Nursing Care Plan (NCP)
• Conducted clinical bedside rounds to determine patient's health conditions and performed direct patient care such as bathing, changing of gowns and lines, and nasogastric feeding.
• Care of wound dressing and administration of oral and intravenous medication
• Documented chronological health record of patients and assisted physician in examining patients for diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.

International Educated Nurse diploma - Nursing - George Brown (2023-12)

International Educated Nurse diploma - Nursing - Edouard Montpetit College (2022-03)

Registered Personal Support Worker Diploma - Personal Support Work - Nasit College (2017-01)

Master of Occupational Health - Occupational Health - University of Cartagena (2003-06)

Bachelor's degree in nursing - Nursing - University of Cartagena (2000-12)