Leader, Health System Improvement

• Jul 2023 - Present

Leader, Patient Safety, Quality, and Accreditation, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit

• Apr 2021 - Jul 2023

Works with program staff to develop, implement, and evaluate indicators of quality outcomes and performance in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) at BC Children's Hospital. Responsible for preparing the PICU employees for Accreditation surveys, and lead quality improvement projects in response to Accreditation recommendations and requirements. Overall, I am working to facilitate the development of a culture of safety in a rapidly changing and diverse environment.

Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Nurse

• Sep 2018 - Apr 2021

• Primarily responsible for direct patient care of critically ill children of the province of BC• Advanced training in the management of acutely ill children requiring intervention for medical complexities, post-operative care (including cardiac, neurosurgical, spinal, ENT, renal & heart transplants, etc.), renal dialysis (CRRT), and ECLS.• Engaged in training and work to promote cultural safety and specialized considerations for Indigenous patients, families, and community partners at BCCH.• Worked collaboratively with the inter-professional team in order to provide safe, patient- and family-centered care in the PICU.• Engages in Quality Improvement projects in the PICU, including the design and implementation of an early mobilization program and a standardized communication project. Show less

Clinical Nurse Educator - COVID-19 Contact Tracing

• Nov 2020 - Jan 2021

• Temporarily acted as Team Lead, liaising on behalf of the BCCDC with the Regional Health Authorities and Medical Health Officers to address the increasing demands for Contact Tracing and Case Investigation in the provincial COVID-19 response. • Designed and implemented training materials and orientation to the role of contact tracer aide and case investigator in a rapidly changing environment. • Acted as a resource to the public and health care providers by fielding inquiries and interpreting recommended testing and treatment guidelines from the Provincial Health Officer. Show less

Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Nurse Examiner

• Nov 2015 - Aug 2018

• Assessed and attended to the needs of patients who had experienced sexual assault and domestic violence• Provided guidance through a trauma-informed lens and provided safety plans when appropriate• Collected forensic evidence and completed medical testing and treatment at the client’s request • Completed advanced Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Training

Adult Intensive Care Unit Nurse

• Sep 2015 - Aug 2018

• Coordinated care of patients with a wide variety of medical and surgical diagnoses in the rapidly changing Intensive Care Unit environment.• Advocated for a plan of care that is congruent with the wishes of the patient and their families.• Supported patients and their families in a physical, emotional, spiritual, and psychosocial capacity.