Alphonsa Philip
Colorado Springs,CO
Summary
Compassionate [Desired Position] with strong background in critical care nursing. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations and provide exceptional patient care. Demonstrated expertise in patient assessment and implementing critical care protocols.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
RN, Critical Care
CommonSpirit Health , Penrose Hospital
09.2021 - Current
- 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 the critical care experience.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to fluctuating workloads while maintaining a calm demeanor under pressure, effectively managing multiple priorities simultaneously.
- Consistently received positive feedback from patients and their families for providing exceptional bedside manner, compassionate support, and clear communication throughout the critical care journey.
RN, Critical Care
Franciscan Alliance Dyer
10.2011 - 09.2021
- Implemented individualized care plans based on thorough assessment data, regularly evaluating plan effectiveness and adjusting as needed to promote optimal recovery trajectories.
- Increased efficiency of unit operations by collaborating with staff to streamline processes and optimize resources.
- 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 the critical care experience.
RN
Franciscan Health Hammond
02.2001 - 10.2011
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- 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.
- Provided compassionate and empathetic support to patients and their families during difficult situations.
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of patient assessments, treatments, and progress notes for seamless continuity of care.
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Franciscan Health Michigan City
06.2001 - 02.2002
- Developed strong rapport with surgeons and other healthcare professionals to promote effective communication and collaboration within the operating room.
- Ensured proper documentation of all relevant information during each stage of the surgical process for accurate record-keeping purposes.
- Supported patients'' emotional well-being by offering compassionate care and empathetic communication throughout their surgical experience.
- Contributed to successful surgeries with efficient preparation, organization, and management of operating rooms.
RN
Our Lady Of Angels Convent
06.1998 - 02.2001
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, empathy, and timely response to their needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
Staff Nurse
Our Lady Of Angels
06.1996 - 06.1998
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Staff Nurse
KCM Hospital Nooranad, KERALA, India
05.1995 - 04.1996
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Assisted with surgeries
Staff Nurse
St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, Kerala, India
05.1993 - 05.1995
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ03.2014
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
St. Thomas School of Nursing
Kerala, India02.1992
Skills
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Wound care management
- Sedation management
- Advanced cardiac life support
Timeline
RN, Critical Care
CommonSpirit Health , Penrose Hospital
09.2021 - Current
RN, Critical Care
Franciscan Alliance Dyer
10.2011 - 09.2021
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Franciscan Health Michigan City
06.2001 - 02.2002
RN
Franciscan Health Hammond
02.2001 - 10.2011
RN
Our Lady Of Angels Convent
06.1998 - 02.2001
Staff Nurse
Our Lady Of Angels
06.1996 - 06.1998
Staff Nurse
KCM Hospital Nooranad, KERALA, India
05.1995 - 04.1996
Staff Nurse
St. Thomas Hospital, Chethipuzha, Kerala, India
05.1993 - 05.1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - Diploma in Nursing
St. Thomas School of Nursing
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