Highly qualified experienced nurse with overseas exposure in various hospital and has extensive skills in Medical / Surgical Unit and Emergency Department.
Has an Intensive Care Unit exposure and a background to handle oncology patients.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse
AdventHealth La Grange Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2023
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Staff Nurse
Ascension Health Saint Joseph Medical Center
03.2020 - 11.2022
Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.
Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Staff Nurse
King Fahad Specialist Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2017
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
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.
Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Staff Nurse - Emergency Department
King Fahad University Hospital
06.2008 - 05.2015
Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
Monitored vital signs, conducted physical assessments and evaluated laboratory results for strategic care planning.
Remained calm and productive during life-threatening situations to maximise positive outcomes.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
Optimised outcomes in critical care situations through advanced life-saving techniques.
Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
Kept optimal supply levels in treatment rooms, triage, and other areas to meet typical patient loads.
Vaccinated patients to protect individuals from illnesses of concern.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Staff Nurse- Surgical RN
King Fahad Specialist Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2006
Created warm, supportive atmosphere to keep patients feeling safe and comfortable immediately before and after surgery.
Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
Liaised with physicians to coordinate and assist with patient examinations and treatments.
Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
Provided patient-centered discharge planning and education to reduce complications and readmissions.
Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Staff Nurse
Al Majarda General Hospital
07.2002 - 09.2004
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Staff Nurse
Manila Doctors Hospital
01.2002 - 06.2002
Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
Utilized ventilators, monitors and infusion pumps following manufactures' guidelines.
Responded to emergency situations to provide rapid and accurate care.
Staff Nurse
Saint Paul's Hospital
08.2001 - 11.2001
Performing Actual bedside nursing care to acutely ill patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Of Iloilo
Iloilo City, Philippines
03.2000
Skills
Chart updating
Patient and family education
Organization and Time Management
Teamwork and Collaboration
PPE Compliance
Active Listening
Team building
Critical Thinking
Flexible and Adaptable
Medication and IV administration
Intake and discharge
Emergency Procedures
Patient counseling
Chronic disease management
Tracheostomy Care
Wound Care
Hospice and palliative care
Direct Patient Care
Infection control measures
Vaccine administration
Patient Management
Timeline
Staff Nurse
AdventHealth La Grange Memorial Hospital
12.2022 - 08.2023
Staff Nurse
Ascension Health Saint Joseph Medical Center
03.2020 - 11.2022
Staff Nurse
King Fahad Specialist Hospital
11.2015 - 11.2017
Staff Nurse - Emergency Department
King Fahad University Hospital
06.2008 - 05.2015
Staff Nurse- Surgical RN
King Fahad Specialist Hospital
02.2005 - 02.2006
Staff Nurse
Al Majarda General Hospital
07.2002 - 09.2004
Staff Nurse
Manila Doctors Hospital
01.2002 - 06.2002
Staff Nurse
Saint Paul's Hospital
08.2001 - 11.2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University Of Iloilo
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