Olivia Scott
- Phone: +1 416 555 0123
- Email: olivia.scott@email.com
- Location: Toronto, Canada
- LinkedIn: olivia-scott-lpn
Summary
Delivering comprehensive patient care for over 6 years in diverse healthcare settings, focusing on medication administration, wound care, and patient education. Proven ability to effectively manage patient caseloads, collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, and uphold stringent safety protocols. Committed to optimizing patient outcomes and enhancing quality of life through compassionate and skilled nursing practice.
Experience
Licensed Practical Nurse, Mount Sinai Hospital -- Toronto, Canada
Mar 2020 – present
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Provided direct patient care to an average of 8-10 acute care patients per shift, including vital sign monitoring, medication administration, and intake/output tracking.
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Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes and assessment of healing progress, reducing infection rates by 15% on assigned unit.
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Collaborated with Registered Nurses and physicians to develop and implement individualized care plans, ensuring continuity of care and patient comfort.
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Educated patients and their families on disease management, post-discharge care, and medication regimens, improving patient compliance by 20%.
Licensed Practical Nurse, Baycrest Health Sciences -- Toronto, Canada
Sept 2017 – Feb 2020
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Administered medications and treatments to geriatric patients in a long-term care setting, adhering strictly to physician orders and facility policies.
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Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) and mobility for residents, promoting independence and dignity.
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Documented patient observations, care provided, and responses to interventions in electronic health records (EHRs) with 100% accuracy.
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Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss resident progress and adjust care plans as needed.
Education
George Brown College, Diploma in Practical Nursing -- Toronto, Canada
Sept 2015 – June 2017
Skills
Clinical Skills: Medication Administration, Wound Care, Vital Signs Monitoring, Catheterization, IV Insertion/Monitoring, Specimen Collection, ECG Interpretation, Patient Assessment, Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Patient Care & Communication: Patient Education, Geriatric Care, Acute Care, Post-operative Care, Palliative Care, Empathy, Active Listening, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Cultural Competence
Safety & Compliance: Infection Control, Aseptic Technique, BLS/CPR Certified, First Aid, WHMIS, Patient Safety Protocols, Confidentiality (HIPAA/PHIPA)
Technical Skills: Cerner, Meditech, Microsoft Office Suite
