Ana Marcelino Pascacio

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

Ascension Hospital

10.2022 - Current

Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and evidence-based nursing care to medical telemetry patients.
Assisted in the development and updating of nursing care plans, ensuring alignment with patient needs and goals for optimal recovery.
Provided comprehensive education on medications, treatments, and self-care techniques to patients and their families.
Promoted teamwork through effective communication with colleagues from diverse backgrounds across all departments involved in patient care services delivery.
Managed complex caseloads effectively while prioritizing tasks based on urgency and acuity levels of patients'' needs.
Enhanced patient safety through diligent monitoring of vital signs, telemetry data, and overall health status.
Administered prescribed medications and therapies safely, adhering to strict protocols for dosage calculation, drug interactions, and potential side effects.
Conducted thorough physical assessments to establish baseline data for each patient upon admission to the unit.
Maintained accurate electronic medical records, ensuring timely communication among healthcare team members and proper documentation of patient progress.
Utilized strong critical thinking skills to quickly assess and respond to changes in patient conditions, preventing complications or further decline.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Managed complex wound care, including dressing changes, monitoring for signs of infection, and collaborating with wound care specialists as needed.
Demonstrated flexibility in managing multiple priorities concurrently during high-stress periods while maintaining a calm demeanor.
Managed caseload of patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Effectively managed acute pain symptoms by administering medications as prescribed while monitoring for potential side effects.
Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration through regular communication with physicians, physical therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
Continually updated professional knowledge by attending educational workshops, conferences, and obtaining relevant certifications in the field of orthopedic nursing.
Acted as an advocate for patients'' rights regarding pain management, working closely with physicians to optimize analgesia while minimizing side effects of medications.
Collaborated with case managers to arrange appropriate home health services for discharged patients requiring ongoing support or rehabilitation services.
Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable input on patient care plans to optimize outcomes.
Conducted thorough assessments of skin integrity on immobilized or bedridden patients to prevent pressure ulcers development.
Implemented a fall prevention program within the orthopedic unit that resulted in decreased incidents of fall-related injuries among patients.
Streamlined the discharge process for orthopedic patients by creating comprehensive care plans that addressed individual needs and preferences.
Reduced hospital readmissions rates by effectively educating patients on post-operative care and follow-up appointments.
Increased patient satisfaction scores by consistently delivering compassionate and empathetic care to patients and their families.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.

CNA

Aperion Care

03.2020 - 04.2020

Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.

Hostess Food Runner

Northwestern Medicine

06.2017 - 08.2019

Managed in-person and telephone meal inquiries, customer service requests using Epic, CBord
Greeted and acknowledged patients by offering additional services such as presenting menus, creating personal dinning experience, answering questions and offering information on menu items, beverages and specials

Summary

Overview

Work History

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

CNA

Hostess Food Runner

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Associate of Arts - Nursing

High School Diploma -

Skills

Certification

Work Availability

Timeline

Medical Surgical Registered Nurse

CNA

Hostess Food Runner

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Associate of Arts - Nursing

High School Diploma -

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