Nada Fakir

Seeking a registered nurse position to apply and enhance my nursing expertise and skills, aiming to deliver top-notch patient care through a holistic approach. I aspire to address dynamic patient needs, enhance patient outcomes, and collaborate within a multidisciplinary team. Motivated, team-oriented, and enthusiastic about continuous learning to gain valuable nursing experience and contribute to improving lives.

• WHMIS and Biosafety Certificate
• Emergency first aid with CPR/AED "C" Certificate
• Young Investor Program - Leadership Certificate
• CPR Certification

South 3 Complex Continuing Care, EW Bickle Rehab Centre, University Health Network (UHN), Toronto, ON, Jan - Mar 2023

• Successfully completed 202.5 hours of clinical practicum experience.
• Managed up to seven patients with the assistance of my preceptor.
• Developed an understanding of complex rehab settings and the importance of basic care and medication administration.
• Consistently observed and managed pressure injuries, while executing repositioning interventions on a bi-hourly basis.
• Cared for patients with Gastrointestinal tubes and trachea, applying appropriate interventions as per the Hospital’s guidelines.

0A Oncology and Palliative Care, Credit Valley Hospital, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, ON, May- Jul 2023

• Successfully completed 202.5 hours of clinical practicum experience.
• Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop patient-centered care plans.
• Provided compassionate care for patients with stroke, pneumonia, and cancer diagnoses.
• Addressed physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of patients and families facing terminal illness, focusing on the development of palliative care plan.
• Established trusting relationships with patients to enhance care outcomes.
• Engaged families in care decisions while respecting their comfort levels.
• Analysed patient conditions and implemented appropriate interventions.
• Maintained accurate patient records in compliance with standards.
• Assisted with chemotherapy medication administration with respect to hospital guidelines.
• Handled patients with central lines (including PICC line and portha-catheter.)

1A Surgery Oncology, Credit Valley Hospital, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, ON, Sep - Dec 2023

• Accumulated a total of 202.5 hours of clinical practicum
• Performed a thorough head-to-toe assessment and assessed vital signs at beginning of shift ot get patient’s baseline
• Advocated for clients’ biopsychosocial needs within the healthcare team.
• Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, pressure ulcer prevention, and pain management.
• Promoted client and family comfort through therapeutic communication to develop a therapeutic trusty nurse-client relationship.
• Assisted with administration of Total Parenteral Nutrition (TPN) administration.
• Provided chest tube care and ostomy care.
• Reported assessment findings to primary nurse (preceptor) to ensure continuity of care.

Medicine Bays Ambulatory Clinic, Credit Valley Hospital, Trillium Health Partners, Mississauga, ON, Jan - Mar 2023

• In the process of completing a total of 202.5 hours of clinical practicum experience.
• Managed patient load for the day, with the goal of providing holistic care within the clinic.
• Proficiently performed the priming of IV lines and efficiently operated IV pumps, including start-up and shutdown procedures.
• Assisted with intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG) infusion, as well as iron and blood infusions.
• Successfully inserted intravenous catheter as well as removing it at the end of the day.
• Provided support during paracentesis procedures and maintained ongoing patient monitoring for continuous assessment.