Nurses Career Support
Published Jan 27, 2017
pedshopeful01
5 Posts
hi all, im applying to peds and nicu jobs, graduating in april. would greatly appreciate feedback!!
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Highlights of Experiences
· Ability to remain calm, detail oriented and focused in acute clinical situations
· Passion for family-centred care
· Bilingual in English and French and basic communication proficiency in tactile sign language
Education
Fourth Year Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BScN) 2013-2017
University Nursing Program
3rd and 4th Year GPA: 3.45 on a 4.0 scale
Other Training
· Non Violent Crisis Intervention Training
· Shock & Sepsis Workshop
Clinical Experience
General Internal Medicine Hospital
March-April 2015, January-February 2016
Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit Hospital
October 2015
General Surgery Hospital
September-October 2016
· Managed the nursing care of four post-operative patients with minimal assistance
· Completed full physical assessments, personal care, preparation for diagnostic tests and transports
· Provided patient education and completed nursing responsibilities for discharge
· Prepared and distributed medication and documented results
Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Hospital
Anticipated placement February-April 2017, 340 hours
· Goal of placement is to manage the care of three level II neonates with minimal assistance, and then progress to shifts with level III neonates
Professional Memberships_________________________________________________
Student Member, Canadian Association of Neonatal Nurses
Work Experience
Respite Care Worker AB
May 2016-present
summer camp
Third Year Nurse
May-August 2016
· Provided medical care at a summer camp for adults, seniors, and children with physical and cognitive disabilities and complex medical needs
· Facilitated a 10 day orientation for summer camp counselors, teaching all information required to care for campers
· Administered medications to campers via oral, parenteral, and g-tube routes
· Provided wound care, including irrigating and packing pressure sores, catheter, colostomy care, and first aid as required
Counselor/Lifeguard
May-August 2015
· Facilitated the adaptation of summer camp recreation to the needs of individuals using various mobility devices and who experienced challenging behaviours
· Was responsible for pool safety, engagement, and maintenance
respite care association
Respite Care Specialist
September 2015-May 2016
· Worked with youth with disabilities during community activities
Volunteer Experience_____________________________________________________
Summer 2015 and Summer 2016
· Over 1000 volunteer hours logged
Research Experience______________________________________________________
Undergraduate Research Assistant university
2016-2017
· Assisted Dr. *** and the Research Team in data collection and organization
Community Project_______________________________________________________
name of project
Co-Founder and Co-Director
September 2016-present
· Co-founder and co-director of an inclusive swimming program for children with disabilities that provides recreational and social opportunities to youth with 1:1 volunteer support and low financial barriers
· Interviews and trains volunteers and facilitates teamwork and bonding
Awards
· Academic Excellence Scholarship, September 2013
· Student Leadership Scholarship, June 2013
References available on request.