Kristen Riberdy, is a registered nurse with an eclectic resume. With the majority of her clinical experience spent in critical care, she was able to work in many different critical care environments such as ICU, CCU, PACU and ED. Kristen's favourite part of nursing is the therapeutic relationship building that happens while educating and advocating for client needs. Kristen has a passion for teaching and enjoys the mentorship of current and future nurses. As a academic teaching at various ontario colleges in various different nursing programs, Kristen has had the opportunity to grow and develop her knowledge around some specific areas including critical care, anatomy and physiology, pathophysiology, evidence based and informed decision making as well as professional practice and leadership and management. Kristen's passion for continuing education has led to her becoming certified in a number of areas. She has completed her Critical Care Certificate, Advanced Foot Care as well as Infection Prevention and Control.