Sylvia Morin

Identified common pediatric and adolescent illnesses to plan and implement interventions and management.

• Analyzed and interpreted patients' histories, symptoms, physical findings, and diagnostic information to develop appropriate diagnosis.
• Diagnosed and responded to illnesses and physical conditions through prescription of medication and health counseling and education.
• Provided anticipatory guidance to pediatric patients and families concerning areas such as vaccine administration, developmental milestones and nutrition and hygiene practices.
• Cultivated rapport with patients and caregivers, utilizing proactive communication with parents and children.
• Established and implemented developmental screening initiatives to detect delays in young children.
• Facilitated patient referrals to specialists and other healthcare providers.
• Assessed patient needs, clearly communicating diagnosis and treatment plans to patients and families.
• Coordinated care with other healthcare professionals, promoting optimal patient outcomes.
• Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
• Performed minor surgical procedures, handling suturing and wound care.
• Provided some mental health care including assessment for ADHD, depression and anxiety and treatment. Suicide prevention and discussion.

Worked in Out Patient OR to provide preoperative care - performed mostly physical exams for same-day surgery.

Provided acute care pediatrics: assessment, diagnosis and treatment plan including diagnostic procedures such as lumbar punctures. Ordered applicable testing (labs/radiology).

Some resuscitation skills and trauma assessments.

Responsible for bedside care of acutely ill pediatric patients, including post operative cardiothoracic, trauma and medical patients. Minute to minute assessment of vitals, medications, infusions, airway and ventilation settings and pressures.

• Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
• Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
• Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
• Cared for both pediatric and adult post operative cardiothoracic patients (mostly pediatric)
• Cardiovascular and airway assessment and management
• Educated parents and kept them informed