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lexi O

@lexio

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Compassionate Registered Nurse with strong leadership and interprofessional skills.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role that allows me to lead teams in delivering exceptional patient care while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

I am a dedicated Registered Nurse with over 12 years of experience in hospital, community, and long-term care settings. Currently, I serve as the Director of Care at a Long-Term Care home, where I lead a team of clinical professionals to provide safe and compassionate care in accordance with provincial regulations. My role involves reporting critical incidents, performing audits, and collaborating with unions to ensure a safe working environment for staff.

Throughout my career, I have developed strong leadership and interprofessional skills, particularly during my time as a travel nurse. I have worked in diverse environments, including medical-surgical units and long-term care facilities, where I utilized critical thinking to ensure therapeutic care for residents. My experience has equipped me with the ability to adapt to high-pressure situations while maintaining clear communication with all members of the interdisciplinary team.

I am committed to continuous learning and improvement, and I thrive in fast-paced environments. My strong organizational skills and attention to detail enable me to manage clinical programs effectively, ensuring the highest standards of patient care. I am passionate about advocating for patients and their families, and I take pride in delivering compassionate care tailored to individual needs.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Director of Care

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Sienna Senior Living

May 2024 - Present (2 years 1 month)

As Director of Care, led a multi-disciplinary team in providing safe, compassionate care in a long-term care home. Managed critical incidents, conducted audits, and collaborated with unions to ensure compliance and a safe working environment. Developed action plans for non-compliance and facilitated monthly meetings to address risks and updates.

Leadership Auditing Team Collaboration Budget Management Nursing Software (Meditech Patient Care Communication Time Management Catalyst

Charge Registered Nurse

Magnus HR Solutions

Jan 2022 - Feb 2024 (2 years 1 month)

Served as Charge Registered Nurse, overseeing nursing staff and ensuring quality patient care. Managed staffing, addressed complaints, and facilitated interdisciplinary care conferences to meet resident needs.

Patient Care Nurse Management Critical Thinking Communication Time Management

Charge Registered Nurse

Broadview Nursing Centre

Sep 2021 - Jan 2022 (4 months)

Oversaw nursing operations as Charge Registered Nurse, ensuring compliance with care standards and managing patient care delivery. Conducted assessments and collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance resident care.

Assessments Nurse Management Team Collaboration Communication Time Management Nursing Software

Registered Nurse

Sault Area Hospital

Jan 2014 - Feb 2021 (7 years 1 month)

Provided comprehensive nursing care in a fast-paced medical-surgical unit, managing diverse patient populations. Developed critical thinking skills and collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure effective patient treatment.

Patient Care Critical Thinking Team Collaboration Medical Surgical Nursing Communication Time Management Nursing Software

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Laurentian University

Manager Essentials Certification, Nursing

2024 - 2024

Completed Manager Essentials training, focusing on leadership and management skills in healthcare.

Laurentian University

BCLS Certification, Nursing

2023 - 2023

Completed BCLS training, focusing on basic life support skills for healthcare providers.

Laurentian University

Peritoneal Dialysis Certification, Nursing

2023 - 2023

Completed Peritoneal Dialysis training, enhancing skills in managing patients requiring dialysis treatment.

Laurentian University

Diabetic Foot Care Certification, Nursing

2022 - 2022

Earned a Diabetic Foot Care Certificate, focusing on the assessment and management of diabetic foot complications.

Laurentian University

COVID-19 Training, Nursing

2021 - 2021

Participated in COVID-19 Vaccination and Swab training, gaining essential skills for pandemic response and patient care.

Laurentian University

NICHE Certification, Nursing

2017 - 2017

Completed NICHE training, focusing on the care of older adults in healthcare settings.

Laurentian University

Coronary Care Certification, Nursing

2016 - 2016

Completed Coronary Care I training, enhancing knowledge and skills in managing patients with cardiac conditions.

Laurentian University

Telemetry Certification, Nursing

2016 - 2016

Completed Telemetry training, focusing on the monitoring and interpretation of cardiac rhythms.

Laurentian University

IV Therapy Certification, Nursing

2014 - 2014

Completed IV Therapy training, enhancing skills in intravenous medication administration and patient care.

Laurentian University

Bachelor of Science in Nursing, Nursing

2009 - 2013

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, focusing on the principles of nursing practice, patient care, and healthcare systems. Developed strong clinical skills and a solid foundation in nursing theory, preparing for a career in various healthcare settings.