Allysa Mae Carandang
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional with a strong background in nursing and patient care. Skilled in emergency response, infection control, and effective communication. Recognized for a proactive approach, and ability to work well under pressure in dynamic team settings.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
DaVita
Los Angeles, CA
01.2025 - Current
- Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Performed patient assessments prior to dialysis treatments, including vital signs and weight checks.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the overseeing physician during dialysis sessions.
- Supervised patient's vital signs in dialysis sessions, changing the fluid withdrawal rate according to necessity.
- Communicated test or assessment results to medical professionals.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Developed and executed comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Aided in comprehending health requirements, current conditions, along with various treatment options.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
Los Angeles, CA
05.2020 - 12.2024
- Set up and operated dialysis machines to provide patient care.
- Followed infection control measures when cleaning and attaching hemodialysis machine to access sites like fistulas, catheters, and grafts.
- Assisted patients in understanding the dialysis process and answering their questions.
- Calculated and adjusted dialysis machine settings based on patient prescriptions.
- Evaluated access sites for infection or other complications prior to initiating treatment.
- Monitored patient's vital signs during dialysis treatments, adjusting the rate of fluid removal as necessary.
- Observed changes in patient's conditions and reported any abnormalities to the RN on duty.
- Responded to and managed emergency situations during dialysis treatments.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, and healthcare professionals to enhance patient care.
- Provided education about kidney disease management techniques to both patients and family members.
- Provided emotional support for patients dealing with chronic illness or end-stage renal disease.
- Restocked supplies needed for dialysis procedures in an organized manner.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Public Health Nurse
Department of Health - Philippines Region IV-A
Batangas Province
02.2016 - 01.2017
- Planned and coordinated patient and family teaching and health education.
- Educated clients about preventive health measures, including nutrition, exercise and disease prevention.
- Initiated programs to address health needs of families with emphasis on women and children.
- Engaged with community functions to advocate for health improvement methods.
- Administered vaccinations according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Performed data collection and analysis related to public health initiatives.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Conducted home visits to ensure compliance with treatment regimens.
- Collaborated with local health departments and other community partners.
Nurse Trainee
Batangas Medical Center - Philippines
Batangas City
07.2015 - 01.2016
- Monitored fetal heart rates and maternal vital signs, identifying any abnormalities.
- Assessed maternal vital signs at regular intervals throughout labor process.
- Assisted physicians during deliveries, including vaginal and cesarean sections.
- Cared for high risk pregnancies utilizing specialized knowledge of obstetrical nursing practices.
- Provided direct patient care to labor and delivery patients, including assessments, treatments, medications administration, and education.
- Conducted initial assessments of laboring patients, determining stage and progression of labor.
- Briefed next-shift nurses thoroughly on condition, status and needs of mother and newborn.
- Coordinated discharge planning, including follow-up appointments and home care instructions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
School Nurse
Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas
Batangas City
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Implemented school policies related to health and safety of students.
- Organized health awareness activities throughout the year such as flu shot clinics.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Evaluated students with health concerns or injuries to develop plan of care or provide reference to appropriate healthcare providers.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Monitored immunization requirements for all enrolled students.
- Participated in meetings with other healthcare professionals to discuss best practices for providing quality care to students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum of The Philippines University - Batangas
Batangas City, Philippines03-2014
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Dialysis machine operation
- Infection control
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Patient education
- Emergency Care Procedures
- Critical thinking
- Time management
- Data analysis
- Team leadership
- Team coordination
- Microsoft Office
- Multitasking capacity
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- BSN Registered Nurse - 2024
- CA Hemodialysis Technician - 2021
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
DaVita
01.2025 - Current
Dialysis Technician
DaVita
05.2020 - 12.2024
Public Health Nurse
Department of Health - Philippines Region IV-A
02.2016 - 01.2017
Nurse Trainee
Batangas Medical Center - Philippines
07.2015 - 01.2016
School Nurse
Lyceum of the Philippines University - Batangas
06.2014 - 07.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lyceum of The Philippines University - Batangas
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