1. Komal Soni
26-435 Silverstone Drive 416-528-2620
Toronto, ON. M9V 3K7 komalsoni@live.ca
Objective: To obtain a position as a Registered Nurse in Acute setting where I can utilize my nursing education
and skills to provide highest level of client-centered care.
EDUCATION
Baccalaureate in Nursing Class of 2015
York University, Toronto, Ontario
Consolidation at Princess Margaret Hospital January 2015-April 2015
Jurisprudence exam Passed May 2015
NCLEX-RN exam Passed August 2015
General class registration with CNO – 15105798 August 2015
Achievements/certifications
York university undergraduate entrance award, 2013
Current member of the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
CPR certification issued July 2015
Member of Nursing Student Association at York (NSAY)
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Demonstrated knowledge and ability to utilize the nursing process in planning, implementing and evaluating
patient care
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
Collaborated with team members to generate positive results
Ability to function independently and can function in a high-stress atmosphere
Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively prioritize responsibilities
Fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi
SELECTED CLINICAL EXPERIENCES
Consolidation, 4th
year, Princess Margaret Hospital (17B) January 2015-April 2015
Medical & Radiation Oncology Unit
Administered medications considering CNO 9 rights and 3 checks by orally, IV, SubQ, IM, Rectally
Learned hospital policy regarding dressing changes: nephrostomy tube, chest tube, g-tube, PICC lines
Gained a significant experience by spending a shift with RT and wound care specialist
Majored in effective paper documentation, computer charting and completing end of shift report
Performed full head-to-toe physical assessment and be able to predict changes in patient status
Improved critical thinking skills by knowing patients’ diagnosis, symptoms, bloodwork and medications
Learned importance of multidisciplinary team by collaborating with doctors, pharmacist, RT, PT/OT and
palliative team members
Learned different medications used in oncology unit to treat side effects of chemotherapy and radiation
Assisted preceptor with new admissions and discharge planning on the unit
2. Nursing Student, 3rd
year, Toronto General Hospital January 2014-April 2014
General Medicine Unit
Obtained and recorded vital signs, intake and output accurately
Performed wound dressing, suctioning, indwelling/Foley catheterization and catheter care
Performed total care and assisted patients with ADLs
Nursing Student, 2nd
year, Princess Margaret Hospital January 2013-April 2013
Medical & Radiation Oncology Unit
Assisted in sarcoma clinic with removing staples, sutures, and dressing change to post-op patients
Attended prostate clinic to learn importance of communication skills during follow-up visits
Observed the insertion of a Gastrostomy tube and administered medications through G-tube
Spent one shift on palliative care unit to understand nurse’s role on managing patient’s symptoms and
providing end-of-life care
Nursing Student, 1st
year, Baycreast Hospital September 2012-December 2012
Slow-stream rehab unit
Majored the importance of sterile techniques by performing wound care
Performed a full head-to-toe physical assessment to ensure change in patient’s health status
Provided client-centered care approach
OTHER PLACEMENT EXPERIENCES
Community Nursing - The Elms Junior and Middle School September 2014-December 2014
Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), Secure Rehab Unit September 2013-December 2013
Brampton Civic Hospital, Labour and Delivery and Post-Partum Unit January 2012-April 2012
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Livingston International – Customer Service Representative, Etobicoke, ON 2011-2014
Outbound call centre, developed skills in communication, organizational and time management
Tim Hortons - Storefront and Drive through, Winnipeg, MB 2009-2011
Provided competent and professional service, managed to work in fast-paced environment
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Concordia Hospital - Organized paperwork as instructed by lab technician 2009-2010
Hip and Knee Institute - Printed and photo copied patient charts for future record 2008-2009