Fatima Riskat Rahji
Eastern Health
St Johns,Newfoundland and Labrador
24
years of professional experience
Licensed nursing professional skilled in patient care, medication administration, and health monitoring. Strong focus on team collaboration, ensuring reliable support and adaptability to changing needs. Known for effective communication, problem-solving, and empathy in high-pressure environments. Prepared to contribute significantly to enhancing patient outcomes and overall healthcare quality.
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
1 Year 3 Months- Provide direct nursing care, including assessment, medication administration, and documentation
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support patient safety and continuity of care
- Ensure infection control, patient comfort, and adherence to organizational policies
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Assisted in developing individualized care plans based on patient assessments.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Comforted and counseled patients and families throughout care process.
Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
7 Months- Assisted patients with activities of daily living: bathing, feeding, mobility, toileting
- Monitored and reported changes in patient condition
- Maintained patient dignity, safety, and comfort
- Supported mobility through transfer techniques, enhancing client independence and safety.
- Utilized adaptive equipment like walkers or wheelchairs for aiding clients movement.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
16 Years 4 Months- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing conditions and reporting significant changes to healthcare team.
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and established protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and post-discharge care instructions.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional development and enhancing team efficiency in patient care delivery.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing evidence-based practices to improve patient outcomes and operational efficiencies.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
5 Years 10 Months- Delivered high-quality patient care in critical situations, ensuring adherence to hospital protocols and standards.
- Monitored vital signs and managed complex medical equipment to support patient recovery in ICU setting.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care, enhancing understanding and compliance with treatment plans.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, promoting best practices in critical care management and patient safety procedures.
- Led quality improvement initiatives, streamlining processes to enhance efficiency of patient care delivery in ICU.
Education
Registered Nurse (RN)
MSc - Maternal & Child Health
RPHN - Public Health Nursing
BNSc - Nursing
RN - Nursing
RM - Registered Midwife
Skills
Medication and IV administration
HIPAA compliance
Wound care
Compassionate care
Infection control measure
Behavioral assessment
Transcribing orders
Preventive care
Strong clinical judgment
Compassion and empathy
Telemetry monitoring
Team coordination
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- CRNNL Registered Nurse (Active)
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Active
- Strong knowledge of Canadian healthcare system policies and procedures
- Flexible with shifts: days, evenings, nights, weekends
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Eastern Health
03.2025 - CurrentRead More
Personal Care Attendant (PCA)
Eastern Health
08.2024 - 03.2025Read More
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Ring Road State Hospital
03.2008 - 07.2024Read More
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Ring Road State Hospital
04.2002 - 02.2008Read More
School of Midwifery Sokoto
RM from Registered Midwife
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School of Nursing Eleyele
RN from Nursing
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University of Ibadan
BNSc from Nursing
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University of Ibadan
RPHN from Public Health Nursing
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University of Ibadan
MSc from Maternal & Child Health
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CRNNL
Registered Nurse (RN)
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