Gloria QUILTY
CBS
Summary
Skilled nursing professional with more than 31 years of experience and passion for providing highest quality of behavioral and medical care. Compassionate and empathetic advocate for patients and families. Skillfully assesses health status, develops diagnoses and manages care for patients with acute and chronic concerns. Experienced in structured and unstructured environments, smoothly coordinating multiple activities and competing priorities. Evening charge as well as covering for Charge nurse during day shift on many occasions.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse Recovery Room
Health Science Center
02.2014 - Current
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
St. Clare's Hospital
11.2002 - 02.2014
- Participated in continuous professional development activities to stay current on best practices in intensive care nursing.
- Contributed towards creating safe working environments by regularly reviewing safety protocols within the unit.
- Served as a liaison between patients, families, and physicians to ensure clear communication and understanding of treatment plans.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through comprehensive discharge planning and patient education.
- Conducted thorough ICU rounds with multidisciplinary team members daily, ensuring effective communication regarding each patient''s plan of care.
- Developed strong rapport with patients'' families, providing emotional support during difficult times while maintaining professional boundaries.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Utilized advanced technology such as ventilators and IV infusion pumps proficiently while caring for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing evidence-based practices and individualized care plans.
- Mentored new nursing staff and facilitated smooth transition into the ICU environment.
- Provided high-quality, compassionate care to critically ill patients in a fast-paced ICU setting.
- Managed complex medication regimens for critically ill patients, ensuring proper administration and monitoring for potential side effects or interactions.
- Performed comprehensive assessments of critically ill patients, identifying subtle changes in condition that could indicate significant health concerns.
- Assisted with life-saving interventions during emergency situations, providing critical support to medical teams.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Staff Nurse
Lacombe Medical Center
08.2000 - 11.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
Staff Nurse General/Vascular Surgery
The Salvation Army Grace Hospital
08.1993 - 01.2000
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and wellbeing.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
Education
R.N. Diploma - Nursing
Salvation Army Grace School Of Nursing
St. John's, NL06.1993
No Degree - General Studies
Memorial University
St. John's, NL12.1987
Skills
- Patient Education
- Patient Safety
- Direct Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient Care
- Wound Care
- Infection control measures
- Care Planning
- Medication Administration
- Patient Management
- Critical Care
- Specimen Collection
- Disease Prevention
- Tracheostomy Care
- Surgical Nursing
- Vaccine administration
- Emergency Procedures
- Intake and discharge
- Cardiac Nursing
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Care Assessment
- Compassionate and Caring
- Decision-Making
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
Languages
English
Elementary
Training and Skills
Basic Life Support
ICU Training Course
Preceptor For New Graduates And New Nursing Staff
Excellent Communication Skills
Quick Learner With Critical Thinking Skills
Adapts well to new enviornments and situations
Timeline
Staff Nurse Recovery Room
Health Science Center
02.2014 - Current
Intensive Care Staff Nurse
St. Clare's Hospital
11.2002 - 02.2014
Staff Nurse
Lacombe Medical Center
08.2000 - 11.2000
Staff Nurse General/Vascular Surgery
The Salvation Army Grace Hospital
08.1993 - 01.2000
R.N. Diploma - Nursing
Salvation Army Grace School Of Nursing
No Degree - General Studies
Memorial University
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