I am nonjudgmental, diligent, flexible, easygoing and highly value discretion and privacy. My patients receive the best care I am able to give them and I hold strong beliefs regarding patient advocacy and patient-centered care.
Canadian LPN since 2016.
Maintain current LPN registration/license for both British Columbia (BC) and Alberta (AB).
Multiple years experience in mental health and addictions treatment in busy Canadian hospital, with emphasis on importance of harm reduction.
Overdose recognition and response, airway management, use of naloxone.
First Aid.
ITLS (basic)
Immunization certification for both BC and AB.
Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) with OFA level 1.
Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.
IV insertion and associated fluid management under physician supervision.
Medication administration.
Safe body mechanics including use of ceiling lift and other mechanical transfers.
Long-term care/geriatrics care with special emphasis on dementia/Alzheimer's and palliative care.
Ostomy care and management.
Pre- and post-natal care (limited experience)
Wound care.
Trauma-informed care.
Patient-centred care.
Ability to work independently with limited resources.
Care aide supervision.
Assessment of general patient condition regarding mobility, hygiene or other area of health or function.
Hiking, foraging - finding wild edible mushrooms like chanterelles or morels, as well as various edible or medicinal greens and berries. Reading, listening to music/podcasts, exercise when I can. I am a new revert to Islam and am also trying to learn as much as I can about Islam.
