Technologist/Nurse Resumes in Canada-Alberta-Calgary: Dianne

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ed program of basic footcare knowledge and care for clients.

ExamOne Calgary, AB
Technologist/Nurse May, 2007 to Oct.13,2007
• Took pulse, blood pressure and other vital signs to detect deviations from norm and assess condition of patient.
• Examined instruments and equipment setup to ensure that antiseptic and aseptic methods were followed.
• Took blood samples and collected urinalysis for chemical analysis.
• Completed private confidential insurance questionairres and couriered specimens and questionairre to the appropriate insurance company.

Calgary Laboratory Services Toxicology/Chemistry Calgary, AB
Registered Technologist 1 July 25, 2006 to Present
• Performed qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of body fluids and exudates.
• Provided information used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Prepared solutions used in chemical analysis.
• Calibrated and maintained manual and computer-controlled analyzers and dual wave spectrophotometers.
• Maintained other equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Used biological and biochemical techniques.
• Interpreted the results of studies in terms of toxicological properties of substances.
• Determined hazards associated with misuse of products containing substances.
• Provided information concerning toxicological properties of products and materials to regulatory agency personnel.
• Executed daily operations of some benches in Toxicology laboratory.

Saskatoon & District Health Board/Biochemistry Saskatoon, Sk.
Registered Technologist 1, 2 & Supervisor Sept. 1976 to July 15, 2006
• Performed qualitative and quantitative chemical analyses of body fluids and exudates.
• Provided information used in the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
• Wrote, designed and produced procedures and other documentations.
• Tested urine, blood, spinal fluid and gastric juices for the presence and quantity of sugar, albumin, drugs, toxins and blood gases such as oxygen.
• Prepared solutions used in chemical analysis.
• Calibrated and maintained manual and computer-controlled analyzers, spectrophotometers, colorimeters and flame photometers.
• Maintained other equipment used in quantitative and qualitative analysis.
• Took blood samples and neonatal specimens.
• Supervised employees, helped schedule work hours and resolved conflicts.
• Successfully managed training a team of chemistry technologists on the operations of the Kodak.
• Successfully handled implementation and training of Kodak Chemistry analyzer.
• Structured and maintained quality assurance programs in the laboratory.
• Developed and conducted programs to train in the installation, programming, safety, maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment.
• Conferred with managers, other instructors and customer representatives in order to determine training needs.
• Attended meetings and seminars to obtain information useful to training staff and to inform management of training programs.
• Developed and conducted training programs.

Education

Wascana Collegiate Regina, Sk.
Advanced Diabetes Educator Diploma-in progress 2007
 Significant courses included:
 Clin 231 Clinical Component
 Cltr 260 Cultural Considerations
 Educ 260 The Education Process (Adult education)
 Hlth 266 Diabetes Management: A Review
 Hlth 267 Primary Prevention
 Hlth 268 Insulin and Oral Agents
 Hlth 269 Nutrition Managment
 Hlth 270 Activity Management
 Hlth 271 Complications: Acute adn Chronic
 Hlth 272 Diabetes Care Across Lifespan
 Hlth 273 Lab Component

CPR Today Incorporated Training Course Calgary, AB
BCLS/BFA/AED Certificates 2007

Bow Valley College Calgary, AB
Basic Footcare Certificate 2007

Sigvarius Edmonton
Sigvarius Compression Stocking Certificate 2007

New Era Technology Calgary, AB
MS Word 2, MS Excel 2 and Powerpoint 1 Certificates 2006

New Era Technology Calgary, AB
Performance Appraisals, Time and Conflict Management Certificates 2006

New Era Technology Calgary, AB
Business Management and Leadership 2006

CLS Calgary
1 week of Document Administration duties 2007

Royal University Hospital and Calgary Laboratory Services Saskatoon, Sk. and Calgary, AB
W.H.I.M.I.S. and T.D.G. certificates 2006

S.E.I.U. Sasaktoon
Stewart Training and Critical Thinking certificates 2005

R.U.H. Sasaktoon, Sk.
Occupational Health and Safety, Radiation Safety and Phone Etiquette Certificates 2005

• Over 30 yrs. of training from relevant work experience with a large variety of OHS and Radiation issues.
• Significant courses included: OHS and Radiation Safety from RUH which was graded and passed.
• Relevant knowledge and coursework includes :
 confined space the basics and management of
 electrical hazards
 ladder safety
 lockout
 office health and safety
 personal protective equipment, the basics
 preventing falls from slips and trips
 accident investigation
 Canadian Labour Part 11
 Contractor Health and Safety
 Emergency prespardness for workers
 Emergency response planning
 Health and Safety committees including managers and
supervisors
 Return to Work, the basics
 Violence in the Workplace, establishing
program as well as recognizing the risks
 WHIMIS for managers, supervisors and workers as well as
understanding the MSDS
 Office Ergonomics
 Health and Safety Guides
 Radiation Safety

K.I.A.A.S. Saskatoon, Sk.
Registered Technologist Diploma 1976
 Significant courses included: Chemistry, Hematology, Microbiology, Histology and Blood Bank

Professional Designations and Certifications :

Registered Technologist Diploma 1976
Student Canadian Diabetic Educator (C.D.E.)
Student Advanced Diabetes Educator
BCLS/BFA/AED CPR
W.H.I.M.I.S. Certificate
T.D.G. Certificate (ground)
Occupational Health and Safety Certificate
Business Management Certificate
Leadership Certificate
Performance Appraisal Certificate
Time Management Certificate
Critical Thinking Certificate
Conflict Managment Certificate
Computer MS Word 1 & 2 certificates, MS Excel 1 & 2, MS Powerpoint 1 certificate.
2005 Student Chemistry Instructor award
Radiation Safety Certificate
Basic Footcare Certificate
Sigvarius Compression Stocking Certificate

Publications :
Have written over 20 newsletter articles on nutrition, exercise and insulin pumping.

Testimonials : • Work well in a high pressure environment.
• Well-organized and efficient.
• Trained in all areas of Biochemistry at the Royal University Hospital
• Skilled at organizing complex projects, defining project priorities, and delegating tasks.
• Skilled at encouraging others and developing rapport.
• Self-starting, goal-oriented strategist whose confidence, perseverance and vision promote success.
• Self-motivated and assertive.
• Quickly learn procedures and methods.
• Proven record of working within a budget.
• Proficient in the use of various software packages including Outlook, Word, Access and Powerpoint.
• Professional demeanor.
• Organized and efficient.
• Major strengths in planning, problem solving and communication.
• Honest, friendly, outstanding communication skills.
• Highly imaginative with many innovative ideas.
• Friendly - can get along well with others.
• Familiar with computer software.
• Exercise initiative, achievement and independent judgment.
• Enjoy working with people.
• Dependable - can work without supervision.
• Demonstrates competence and poise in professional and social settings.
• Demonstrated record of high performance standards, including attention to schedules, deadlines, budgets and quality work.
• Demonstrated accuracy, attention to detail and ability to work well in team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients.
• Demonstrated ability to consistently meet deadlines.
• Dedicated and meticulous.
• An experienced team player, bringing enthusiasm and energy into group efforts.
• Able to communicate and interact effectively with individuals of all levels.
• A hands-on professional with a proven record of success.
• A good morale builder.

Awards and Honours :

5, 10, 20, 25 and 30 year long service awards from Saskatoon and District Health Board
CSLT 25 year professional award for service
SMLT 25 year professional award for service
Award for excellence for care of Diabetes clients

Professional Skills :

Client Service
Communications
Organizational
Teaching/Education
Leadership
Business Management
Interpersonal
Integrity
Performance Appraisals
MS Office
MS Excel
MS Powerpoint
MS Outlook

Language Skills :

English Fluent
French Basic

Additional Information :

• Business Analysis of Diabetes Healthcare in the United States and Canada to input my work as a Canadian advisor to a Florida representative of the American Diabetes Advisory Board
• Project Coordinator - a donation program for used medical instrumentation for a chronic disease
• Project Coordinator - work on a team that has gotten 2 bills passed in Ontario for helping children to get pumps to pump insulin.
• Project Coordinator - conducted my own research with concentrated foods and have enjoyed my successes.
• avid walker and exerciser.
• listener and volunteer for Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra
 love classical music and string quartets
• like to live an active lifestyle with intellectual stimulation

References : Excellent professional references available upon request.