Angela Agnes Damaso
Fargo,ND
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 7 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Intensive Care Unit specialty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
04.2022 - 06.2022
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- 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.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- 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.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Nurse Supervisor
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
04.2017 - 07.2018
- Directs and supervises nursing personnel in the delivery of nursing care.
- Serves as a resource for nursing staff within a designated area.
- Identifies operational problems and take corrective actions.
- Maintains appropriate staffing coverage for clinical units.
- Performs human resource functions including interviewing, selection, training, performance evaluation, salary determination, promotion, and disciplinary action.
- Mediates problems involving patients/families, hospital personnel and public.
- Participates in implementation and monitoring of the hospital and department policies, procedures, goals and cost containment measures.
- Supports and assists with implementation of administrative decisions and process changes.
- Performs special projects and tasks as assigned.
- Assesses nursing care requirements for patients.
- Assesses available resources to provide patient care.
- Assists in the development of patient care standards that are consistent with current nursing and medical practice.
- Monitors the development of individual patient care plans.
- Establishes priorities for a given work area based on changes in patient populations and resources.
- Practices according to approved policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Provides assistance during emergency situations, including violent episodes.
- Evaluates quality of patient care based upon established standards.
- Responsible for development and implementation of orientation and in-service, and other training programs.
- Assists in the identification of staff education needs based on personal performance and patient care standards.
- Provides individual patient/family education related to clinical specialty.
- Participates in the development and implementation of the quality assurance program.
- Conducts nursing research projects to improve clinical practice.
- Adheres to professional and legal standards and maintain confidentiality of patient and staff information.
- Represents the department on committees and at meetings.
- Maintains effective working relationships with staff, trainees, and the public.
- Performs other duties as directed by the Chief Nursing Service.
Head Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
05.2014 - 03.2017
- Monitored nursing care, patient assessment processes, and treatment implementations.
- Performed patient assessments and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Built rapport with patients and family members to deliver exceptional care.
- Identified unit areas of inadequacy and adjusted procedures to close gaps and improve policies.
- 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.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- Explained health care issues and ramifications to patients and families to promote informed medical care choices.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
- Participated in departmental quality improvement initiatives to achieve higher standard of patient care.
- Assessed equipment for safety and functionality and requested repair or replacement of non-conforming machines.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Supervised, directed, and motivated high-quality performance from nursing staff.
- Led staff meetings to keep team informed of departmental changes and provide opportunities for nurses to share ideas and concerns.
- Evaluated skills of nursing personnel and verified staff certifications for validity.
- Reviewed patient transfer records routinely to verify patients received appropriate levels of care.
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments.
- Managed staff scheduling and time off to adequately staff nursing floors and allow nurses earned time off.
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians, and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
- Led daily nursing rounds to assess patient progress and address any concerns.
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
08.2012 - 04.2014
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- 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.
- 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.
- Maintained respectful treatment environment that honored patients' and families' cultural and religious traditions and preferences.
- Monitored patients' respiratory status and ventilator operation and made adjustments to promote stabilization.
- 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.
- Coordinated patients' post-discharge treatment plans with physicians and other nurses to promote continuity of medical care.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physicians' instructions and generally accepted nursing practices.
- 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.
Staff Nurse, General Ward
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
02.2011 - 07.2012
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and communicated to physicians immediately.
- Evaluated, implemented and designed tailored health care plans specific to patient needs and concerns.
- Maintained constant communication with physician and other members of care team.
- Demonstrated and instructed patients and family members on proper protocols for home maintenance and care after discharge.
- Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for safe consumption of food consistent with recovery guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines03.2008
Skills
- Patient Admission
- Social Perceptiveness
- Patient Condition Reporting
- Supporting Daily Living Needs
- Medical Histories and Vital Statistics
- Universal Precautions
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Patient Assessments
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
04.2022 - 06.2022
Nurse Supervisor
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
04.2017 - 07.2018
Head Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
05.2014 - 03.2017
Staff Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
08.2012 - 04.2014
Staff Nurse, General Ward
Allied Care Experts Medical Center - Baypointe
02.2011 - 07.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Louis University
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