ANDREA AMOR VILLALBA
Kihei,USA
Summary
Compassionate and skilled nursing professional with a proven track record at Hospice Maui, dedicated to enhancing patient care through exceptional clinical skills and bilingual communication. Expertise in administering pharmacological interventions and maintaining precise documentation has led to significantly improved patient outcomes. Recognized for critical thinking and adaptability in fast-paced environments, consistently prioritizing patient well-being and safety.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Per Diem (Night shift)
Hospice Maui
Wailuku, HI
09.2023 - Current
- Assessed vital signs to monitor body temperature, pulse rate, breathing frequency, and blood pressure.
- Administering medications and treatments prescribed by physicians.
- Notifying physicians when they observe a change in a patient’s condition.
- Counseling family members to help them know what to expect as their loved one's condition worsens.
- Making family members aware of resources, like counseling and government programs.
RN
Maui Memorial Medical Center
Wailuku, HI
08.2016 - Current
- Monitor the mother and baby during labor, prep the woman for delivery, and keep the physician or CNM abreast of her status.
- Attend and assist during delivery.
- Labor coaching and pain management.
- Assess the newborn immediately after birth.
- Monitors the mom's and newborn's vital signs for any changes in status.
- Assist mother with lactation, and post-delivery personal care.
- Assist with bonding and newborn teaching.
- Attend to incisions, provide ice, or pain medications.
- Provide counseling and education.
RN- Part time
Hospice Maui
Wailuku, HI
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
RN- Part Time (Night Shift)
Hale Makua Health Services
Wailuku, HI
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Identified potential safety hazards in the environment or among patients' behaviors.
- Provided direct nursing care to patients, including administering medications, wound care, and IV therapy.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Advised family members on the best course of action for their loved ones' healthcare needs.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient records in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
LPN
Bayada Health Care
Kihei, HI
08.2016 - 10.2016
- Assessed patient needs and developed care plans accordingly.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Charted changes in patient conditions and discussed concerns with supervising healthcare provider.
- Coordinated medical equipment rentals and installations for home use.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Educated patients and families on disease management and prevention techniques.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, including bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
LPN
Wailea Medical and Urgent Care
Kihei, HI
07.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided emergency medical care to patients in an urgent care setting.
- Developed treatment plans based on patient history, assessment findings, and physician orders.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Performed physical exams, ordered diagnostic tests, and interpreted test results.
- Assisted physicians with minor surgical procedures including suturing lacerations.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Adhered to safety protocols within the facility at all times.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and provided patient education.
LPN
Hale Makua Health Services
Kahului, HI
11.2015 - 07.2016
- Promoted culture of safety for patients and employees through proper identification, reporting documentation and prevention.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals.
- Observed strict confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Assisted physicians with patient care by taking vital signs, administering injections and performing other nursing duties.
- Coordinated with interdisciplinary team members such as doctors, nurses and social workers to ensure quality patient care was provided.
- Collected blood, urine or sputum from patients to perform routine laboratory tests.
- Addressed patient care needs, collected vitals, dressed wounds and managed catheters.
- Monitored patient progress during treatments or procedures, reporting any abnormalities to the healthcare team immediately.
CNA
Hale Makua Health Services
Kahului, HI
05.2015 - 11.2015
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Safeguarded patient privacy with strict adherence to HIPAA protocols.
- Used mobility devices to transport patients.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Educated patients on self-care techniques that would help them maintain their independence.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Looked for physical, emotional, and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
Sales Associates
Clarks Bostonian Outlet
Waipahu, Hawaii
05.2014 - 12.2014
- Built relationships with regular customers through personalized service.
- Maintained a clean and organized shoe display to ensure easy access and attractive presentation.
- Described merchandise and explained use, operation and care.
- Gained knowledge on footwear items and demonstrated enthusiasm and belief for product and company philosophy.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures regarding customer service standards.
- Operated cash register, scanned items, bagged merchandise and properly handled methods of payment to facilitate accurate sales transactions.
- Informed customers of new arrivals, promotions, discounts, sales events.
- Stocked shelves and supplies and organized displays to focus customer attention on specific items.
- Adapted quickly to new product lines and seasonal changes to maintain high sales performance.
Store Crew / Cashier
Sunnyside Restaurant
Wahiawa, Hawaii
03.2014 - 05.2014
- Kept records of transactions made during shift on daily sales report log sheets.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service in a professional manner.
- Checked expiration dates on food products before stocking shelves or selling them to customers.
- Performed opening and closing procedures including counting cash drawers and preparing deposits.
- Answered phone calls to assist customers with questions and orders.
Public Health Nurse I
Department of health
Lidlidda, Philippines
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during difficult times.
- Promoted healthy habits and practices in outreach materials and presentations.
- Participated in community outreach activities to promote public health awareness among target populations.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Initiated programs to address health needs of families with emphasis on women and children.
- Provided public health nursing care to clients in their homes and in the community.
- Educated public regarding community health resources in correctional facilities, community centers and churches.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop strategies for addressing public health issues within the community.
- Entered client records in centralized database for progress tracking.
- Provided patients with vaccinations with consideration for dosage requirements, contraindications and possible side effects.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Tasked with identifying unusual issues, cluster infections, and known pathogens on patient records, ensuring outbreaks were remedied quickly.
- Actively participated in team meetings to discuss client progress towards goals.
Education
Certification of Nursing Assistant Program -
Health Care Training and Center Consultant Inc.
Waipahu, Hawaii12.2014
Master of Arts - Nursing
Lorma Colleges
San Fernando City, La Union, Philippines01.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lorma College, College of Nursing
San Fernando City, La Union, Philippines01.2012
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph Institute
Candon City, Ilocos Sur, Philippines01.2008
Skills
- Communication Skills
- Bilingual
- Nursing Skills
- Patient Care
- Administration of Pharmacological Interventions
- Accurate Documentation
- Legal Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Openness to New Ideas
- Code of Ethics
- Compassion
- Flexible
- Reliable
- Accountable
Certification
- Registered Nurse, Hawaii, RN-87814
- Basic Life Support, Hawaii, AHA
- Neonatal Resuscitation Program Certificate, MMMC
- Licensed Practical Nurse, Hawaii, LPN-18372, Inactive
- Certified Nursing Assistant, Hawaii, Inactive
- CPR, First-aid and AED Certification
- Blood Borne Pathogens
- Infection Control Course
- One (1) month training, Care Center of Honolulu, Clinicals
- National Licensure Examination for Nurses, Philippines, 06/2012
- Intravenous Therapy Nurse Certification, 2012
- Hands-on Training on Blood Glucose Monitoring and Insulin Injections, 2012
- Critical Care Nursing, 2013
- RN Heals Project, Department of Health- Community Nursing, 2013
References
- Luisa Ogawa, Kaiser Wailuku NP, 808-269-4682
- Lorilee Watt, OB Nurse Manager, 808-242-2353
- Malia Jana joyo-Bui, Prev. OB Nurse Manager, 808-280-3735
Vocation
Health Care Training and Center Consultant Inc., Waipahu, HI, 96797, Certification of Nursing Assistant Program, 11/2014, 12/2014
Jobapplying
Registered Nurse (Public Health)
Timeline
Per Diem (Night shift)
Hospice Maui
09.2023 - Current
RN- Part time
Hospice Maui
06.2019 - 02.2020
RN- Part Time (Night Shift)
Hale Makua Health Services
01.2018 - 01.2019
RN
Maui Memorial Medical Center
08.2016 - Current
LPN
Bayada Health Care
08.2016 - 10.2016
LPN
Wailea Medical and Urgent Care
07.2016 - 08.2016
LPN
Hale Makua Health Services
11.2015 - 07.2016
CNA
Hale Makua Health Services
05.2015 - 11.2015
Sales Associates
Clarks Bostonian Outlet
05.2014 - 12.2014
Store Crew / Cashier
Sunnyside Restaurant
03.2014 - 05.2014
Public Health Nurse I
Department of health
01.2013 - 12.2013
Certification of Nursing Assistant Program -
Health Care Training and Center Consultant Inc.
Master of Arts - Nursing
Lorma Colleges
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Lorma College, College of Nursing
High School Diploma -
Saint Joseph Institute
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