Alan Kurt Grafel Chua
Richmond,TX
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care (Acute)
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Responsible for the delivery of all dialysis related nursing services for the End Stage Renal Disease patients per physician orders, weight and rate of ultra-filtration, performed verification of safety measures are in placing and complied with, administered medications or other appropriate treatments, discontinued dialysis according to established procedure, documented all activity appropriately.
- Administered medications for BP support and other hemodialysis related medications as ordered to assigned patients.
- Analyzed patient assessments, laboratory data and when concerns are noted, brought issues to the attention of the physician.
- Supervised and performed direct patient care including but not limited to making and monitoring vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis, documentation, physical assessment of patients and patient treatments, taking and transcription of physicians’ orders, drawing documentation of ordered laboratory work.
- Assessed educational needs of patient and educated the patient and family regarding end stage renal disease, dialysis therapy, diet and medications.
- Documented all patients’ records and procedures.
- Supported the entire team in delivering quality care in a timely and respectful manner.
- Oversaw the dialysis treatment from start to finish
- Performed access cannulation.
- Performed permanent dressing and temporary catheter .care.
- Provided information to patients and families about conditions and appropriate plans of action.
- Monitored patient and adjusts specialized equipment used on patients, and interprets and records information.
- Identified irregular dialysis reactions and notified appropriate medical team members.
- Performed blood works as per physician order.
- Educated patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication, if needed
- Maintained medical inventory.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care (Chronic)
10.2018 - 01.2022
- Supervised and performed direct patient care including but not limited to making and monitoring vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis, documentation, physical assessment of patients and patient treatments, taking and transcription of physicians’ orders, drawing documentation of ordered laboratory work.
- Provided dialysis therapy, as per physician orders, weight and rate of ultra-filtration, verified safety measures are in place and complied with, administering medications or other appropriate treatments, discontinuing dialysis according to established procedure, documenting all activity appropriately.
- Educated patients about their disease and its treatment and appropriate plan of action by answering any questions.
- Documented all patients’ records and procedures.
- Performed access cannulation.
- Performed permanent and temporary catheters
- Identified irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members.
- Performed blood works.
- Educated patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication if needed.
Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care (Chronic)
08.2015 - 10.2018
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions. Analyzed patient assessments, laboratory data and, when concerns are noted, brings issues to the attention of the physician.
- Supervised and performed direct patient care including but not limited to making and monitoring vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis, documentation, physical assessment of patients and patient treatments, taking and transcription of physicians’ orders, drawing documentation of ordered laboratory work.
- Provided dialysis therapy, as per physician orders, weight and rate of ultra-filtration, verified safety measures are in place and complied with, administering medications or other appropriate treatments, discontinuing dialysis according to established procedure, documenting all activity appropriately.
- Educated patients about their disease and its treatment and appropriate plan of action by answering any questions.
- Documented all patients’ records and procedures.
- Performed access cannulation.
- Performed permanent and temporary catheters
- Identified irregular dialysis reactions and notifies appropriate medical team members.
- Performed blood works.
- Educated patients and significant others how to manage their illness, by explaining: post-treatment home care needs, diet/nutrition/exercise programs, self-administration of medication if needed.
Registered Nurse
New Surfside Nursing Home
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
- Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Surfside Nursing Home
03.2012 - 05.2012
- Obtained patient vital signs and input/output measurements from inpatients.
- Documented accurate and complete patient information to address patient problems and expected outcomes.
- Assisted with admissions, appointments, transfers, and discharges.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations.
- Administered medications and injections to patients.
- Delivered updates in patient status to charge nurse, recording changes in medical records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liceo De Cagayan University
Cagayan De Oro, Philippines03.2007
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Liceo De Cagayan University
Cagayan De Oro, Philippines03.2000
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Xavier University (Ateneo De Cagayan)
Cagayan De Oro, Philippines03.1993
Skills
- Clinical Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Infection Control
- Physiological Knowledge
- Administering Medication
- Medical Teamwork
- Multi-tasking
- Listening
- Verbal Communication
- Health Promotion and Maintenance
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Direct Patient Care
Certifications Licensure
- Basic Life Support (BLS) with Automatic Defibrilator
- Registered Nurse: New York State Board of Nursing, License # 666588
- Registered Nurse: Texas State Board of Nursing, License # 853626
References
- Daryle Don, RN, Facility Administrator, Ozone Park Dialysis Center (DaVita Kidney Care), 100-02 Rockaway Blvd, Ozone Park, NY, 11417, 1 (718) 843-0694
- Cheveric Jacot, RN BSN, Mental Health Case Manager, Behavioral Health Program, Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030, 1 (713) 794-7690
- Daisy Felicilda-Chua, RN, Staff Nurse, MD Anderson TMC, P4A, 1515 Holcombe Blvd, Houston, TX, 77030, 1 (713) 745-9200
- Sylvia Legaspi Mirza, RN, Charge RN, Duncan COVID-19 Testing Site, 1 (713) 704-5488
- Hector Lontoc, RN, Wound and Ostomy Specialist, Houston Methodist TMC, 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030, 1 (973) 810-6280
- Cherry Manalo, RN, Case Manager, Houston Methodist Hospital, 6565 Fannin St, Houston, TX, 77030, 1 (973) 981-9292
Certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) with Automatic Defibrilator (DOE: 07/2024)
• Registered Nurse: Texas State Board of Nursing, License # 853626
Hobbies
Painting, drawing, sculpting, dancing, singing, playing musical instrument(s), song-writing, travelling
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care (Acute)
02.2022 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse
Fresenius Kidney Care (Chronic)
10.2018 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care (Chronic)
08.2015 - 10.2018
Registered Nurse
New Surfside Nursing Home
05.2013 - 11.2015
Licensed Practical Nurse
New Surfside Nursing Home
03.2012 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Liceo De Cagayan University
Bachelor of Science - Physical Therapy
Liceo De Cagayan University
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Xavier University (Ateneo De Cagayan)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) with Automatic Defibrilator (DOE: 07/2024)
• Registered Nurse: Texas State Board of Nursing, License # 853626
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