Compassionate RN with diverse experience in direct patient care, dedicated to empowering nurses through mentorship, education, and support, cultivating confidence and competence in their practice.
To assist staff in promoting adaptability with evidence-based practices for optimal patient outcomes while ensuring the team remains up to date with regulatory compliance.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN -Ambulatory Surgery Center
Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Provides optimum nursing care/treatment utilizing the nursing process for both adult and pediatric patients preoperatively and postoperatively.
Starts intravenous line and needed blood draws to patients getting ready for surgery.
Presents Clinical nursing care topics for the nursing unit development
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Assessed patient conditions promptly upon admission to determine appropriate interventions and prioritize care needs.
Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
2023 Excellence in Nursing Nominee
Clinical Coordinator, Intensive Care Unit
Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital
04.2012 - 05.2016
Supervises and supports the manager in the day-to-day unit shift activities; Responsible for assigning duties within the ICU.
Able to give direction and guidance to other staff nurses and nursing assistants in the ICU setting.
Provides nursing care to critically ill patients (Vented patients), Cardiac & surgical patients requiring pressors; IABP patients; Stroke; post-TPA, DKA, Sepsis patients) in the ICU when short-staffed.
Acts as a patient advocate in resolving patient care issues; Promotes the professional development of unit staff.
2014 Excellence in Nursing Awardee in the Clinical Coordinator Category
Clinical Coordinator, Surgical/Orthopedic Tele Uni
Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital
04.2010 - 04.2012
Guides staff development by teaching, mentoring, and counseling the new and experienced staff for clinical and customer loyalty skills.
Takes lead on clinical performance improvement management.
Works with patients and families to ensure satisfaction with care and problem resolution as needed.
Communicates and collaborates with managing physicians, house staff, mid-level practitioners, nursing, and other healthcare team members to achieve desired outcomes for the plan of care and discharge.
Determines to staff based on patient acuity and workflow.
Assumes direct patient care responsibility as needed, based on acuity, patient condition, and workflow changes.
Supervised and managed daily activities of clinical team consisting of physicians, nurses, and support staff.
Assessed clinical policies and procedures for compliance with changing regulations.
Conducted regular performance assessments and provided constructive feedback to staff members, promoting high-quality service delivery.
Created weekly schedules for nurses, taking into account sick days and vacation time.
Improved patient satisfaction with personalized care coordination, leading to a notable increase in positive feedback.
Managed complex patient cases, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to develop personalized treatment plans.
Devised and implemented clinical protocols to ensure high-quality patient care.
Built strong relationships with patients and families for optimized care satisfaction.
2012 Excellence in Nursing Awardee in the Clinical Coordinator Category
RN/Senior Clinician, Step-down Unit
Rush North Shore Medical Center
08.2002 - 04.2010
Provides for the optimum nursing level of care/treatment utilizing the nursing process.
Identifies and analyzes patient’s personal and health profiles using records and patient data collection. Plans and implements delivery of nursing care according to priorities.
Practices standard of accurate recording and reporting and makes sure that all patient records are complete and well accounted for.
Performs nursing care for post-operative CABG patients and post-PTCA patients.
Acts as a preceptor to newly appointed nurses. Acts as Charge RN when delegated.
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Educated patients on disease management and self-care techniques, promoting lifestyle changes for improved health.
RN, Critical Care
ENH Highland Park Hospital
12.2003 - 06.2005
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based practices and providing high-quality care in critical situations.
Supported family members during challenging times, offering emotional support, resources, and clear explanations of complex medical conditions to alleviate anxieties surrounding critical care experience.
Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses, from sepsis to acute respiratory distress.
Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Achieved high levels of patient satisfaction through empathetic communication, addressing concerns promptly, and involving patients in decision-making processes.
Mentored new nurses, offering guidance on best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment within the critical care setting.
RN- ASU,PACU, PAT, Holding Area
Thorek Medical Center
08.2000 - 10.2003
Rotates in four (4) different areas, which include OR Holding Area, Same-Day Surgery, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, and Pre-Surgical Testing.
Instructs, assists and provides care for children and adult patients before and after surgery.
Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
Mentored new nurses, offering guidance on best practices and fostering a supportive learning environment within the critical care setting.
Managed care from admission to discharge.
Developed strong relationships with patients'' families, providing emotional support while addressing concerns or questions about care plans.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
Education
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors University
Cebu City, Philippines
06.1992
Skills
Clinical preceptor/educator for new staff
Team Leadership
Management of clinical workflow (As Clinical coordinator/Interim manager)
Cardiac monitoring (Telemetry)
Pre-op; Post-op
Strong IV Skills
Patient education
Certification
Licensed RN ; Licensed APRN
BLS; ACLS; PALS; BLS Instructor
CAPA
Timeline
RN -Ambulatory Surgery Center
Endeavor Health Highland Park Hospital
05.2016 - Current
Clinical Coordinator, Intensive Care Unit
Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital
04.2012 - 05.2016
Clinical Coordinator, Surgical/Orthopedic Tele Uni
Endeavor Health Skokie Hospital
04.2010 - 04.2012
RN, Critical Care
ENH Highland Park Hospital
12.2003 - 06.2005
RN/Senior Clinician, Step-down Unit
Rush North Shore Medical Center
08.2002 - 04.2010
RN- ASU,PACU, PAT, Holding Area
Thorek Medical Center
08.2000 - 10.2003
Master of Science - Family Practice Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors University
Licensed RN ; Licensed APRN
BLS; ACLS; PALS; BLS Instructor
CAPA
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