Nicole Holt is a recent nursing graduate seeking a position where she can utilize her skills in providing culturally sensitive patient care. She received her BScN from Georgian/York collaborative in 2016 with an 8.0 GPA. Her clinical placements included intensive care, acute care, mental health, medical/surgical care, geriatrics, and maternal child units. Nicole has experience as a personal support worker and in food service. She is a member of RNAO and maintains CPR and first aid certification.
1. Nicole Holt
6 Reynolds Rd. Tiny, ON L0L2T0
Phone: (705)229-1463 Email: nicoleholt86@gmail.com
OBJECTIVE
Recent graduate Registered Nurse with a focus to work in the nursing field, where I can utilize my quick
judgment, organization, teamwork, and communication skills to provide culturally diverse care to patients
and their families to enhance patient outcomes.
EDUCATION
Georgian/ York collaborative (BScN) Jan 2012-April 2016
Acquired the critical thinking and research skills needed to become an RN; developed a high
degree of theoretical, practical and philosophical knowledge around human caring; learned
nursing practice through classroom discussions, presentations, papers, simulation labs and clinical
placements.
GPA 8.0/9.0.
Became member of the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Georgian College (Pre-health Sciences) Jan 2012-Sept 2012
Learned about various health science disciplines; gained knowledge on Canadian Health Care;
learned necessary written and oral skills needed to continue schooling; Graduated with honors.
Learning Centre (PSW) Sep 2007-June 2008
Received the skills to work and help the physically and mentally disabled, elderly and chronically
ill; expanded knowledge on developmental stages across the lifespan; learned essentials on
providing personal care.
RELEVANT PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE
Intensive Care Jan 2016-April 2016
Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie
Cared for numerous patients requiring ventilation, bi-pap, arterial lines, and chest tubes
Assisted physicians, RT’s,and other health care professionals with procedures done at the
patient’s bedside
Provided care for,as well as documented on patient’s who required numerous IV lines, with the
ability to search for compatibility of solutions
Interpreted cardiac rhythm strips and conducted EKGs, and reported abnormal results to
preceptor or Physician
Assisted in four code blues, by running for equipment or medication needed, as well as doing
compressions
Worked collaboratively with the ICU health care team in order to plan for the best possible
outcome for the patient
Provided health teaching to patients and their families
Acute Care Jan 2015- April 2015
Georgian Bay General Hospital, Midland
Worked as part of an interdisciplinary team, sharing and listening to valuable knowledge to
enhance patient outcomes
Developed and maintained therapeutic relationships with patients and their families, while
advocating and promoting their well being
Carried out critical assessments,such as neuro, GI, respiratory, and cardiac,while documenting
and reporting observations appropriately
Cared for patient with a chest tube
Recognized rapidly changing health situations and reacted effectively
2. Nicole Holt
6 Reynolds Rd. Tiny, ON L0L2T0
Phone: (705)229-1463 Email: nicoleholt86@gmail.com
Completed observational shifts in the ER, OR, and ICU enhancing my knowledge on specialty
care units
Demonstrated professional documentation both written and oral, using SBAR and focused notes,
as well as using Meditech an electronic documentation system
Worked with three students to research the positive outcomes of bedside reporting in hospitals
and the added benefit of patient centered-care
ADDITIONAL PLACEMENT EXPERIENCE
Mental Health Sept 2014- Dec 2014
Waypoint Centre for Mental Health Care,Penetanguishene
Medical/ Surgical Care Sept 2013- Apr 2014
Georgian Bay General hospital, Midland
Geriatrics Feb 2013-April 2013
Coleman Care Centre,Barrie
Maternal Child Jan 2013-Feb 2013
Royal Victoria Hospital, Barrie
WORK EXPERIENCE
Personal Support Worker July 2008-present
Sarah Vista Nursing Home, Elmvale
Provides care,support and advice for the elderly residents and their families; part of a cohesive
team that works with a licensed RN to care for and monitor patients
Server Mar 2007-June 2009
Steelers Restaurant,Elmvale
Provided excellent customer service in both meal prep and tending bar. Fluent in cash and
electronic transactions
Supervisor Mar 2006-Mar 07
Tim Hortons, Ottawa
Responsible for handling money, nightly closing procedures,and staff management. Learned
people skills while working drive thru, front window, and baking department
SKILLS
Team Work and Leadership Skills
Works wells with others; team leader and team player; possess strong commitment to team environments
Communication skills
Excellent written and oral communication skills; empathetic listener; confident speaker; documents
observations, assessments and care provisions
Collaboration and Coordination
Identifies and gathers appropriate resources for coordinating and organizing patient care; thoroughly
researches background information; communicates patient care activities for safe transfer of care
Multicultural/ Diversity Skills
Culturally sensitive; experience with diverse groups of people; ability to adapt to different cultures
MEMBERSHIPS AND CERTIFICATES
Student member Sept 2015-present
Registered nursesAssociation ofOntario (RNAO)
CPR and First Aid- HCP Aug 2015-present