Manuel Isada Jr.
Chicago,IL
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse with extensive experience in sample collection, blood draw, IV insertion and infection control. Maintains composure and makes accurate decisions in fast-paced, unpredictable and stressful environments.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Barr Gold Coast
Chicago , IL
02.2017 - 07.2024
- Monitored vital signs, fluid intake and output levels, glucose levels, and other medical tests results.
- Provided patient care in accordance with physicians' orders and nursing standards of practice.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assessed patient complaints accurately and provided appropriate interventions.
- Educated patients on disease prevention and management strategies for their individual conditions.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
- Adhered to facility policies and procedures while providing quality nursing care.
Licensed Practical Nurse- Wound Care Nurse
The Imperial Grove Pavilion
Chicago , IL
03.2011 - 01.2017
- Monitor and complete in-service as needed on dressing changes, new wound care equipment and changed in orders for each resident
- Evaluated patients skin to prevent pressure ulcers applied medicated salves and provided other treatments to existing wounds
- Educate patients about proper care of surgical incisions and stomas
- Assess and care patients with skin integrity issues, wounds and simple ostomies
- Establish monitoring systems to ensure quality patient care.
Floor Nurse
The Imperial Grove Pavilion
Chicago , IL
10.2010 - 03.2011
- Measure vital signs such as height, weight, body temperature, blood pressure, pulse and breathing
- Give patients proper medications, administer injections, and dress wounds
- Assist with dressing patients and assisting with the upkeep of personal hygiene and feeding.
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
Chicago , IL
01.2005 - 12.2010
- Set up dialysis machine in preparation for use
- Bring patient to dialysis room and records patient's pre-dialysis weight and vital signs
- Explain procedures and operations of dialysis machine to new patients and answer any questions
- Calculate fluid removals or replacements to be achieved during dialysis procedure
- Begin procedures, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and record vital signs during treatment
- Record patients post-dialysis weight and vital signs
- Clean and maintain dialysis equipments and check the water system.
Education
Licensed Practical Nurse Program- Diploma -
Northwestern Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL05-2010
Certification in Nursing Assistance -
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, IL05.2003
BS Computer Science-Undergrad -
AMA Computer University
Quezon City, Phil.01.2002
BS Mechanical Engineering-Undergrad -
Mapua Institute of Technology
Manila, Phil.01.2000
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew School
Caloocan, Phil.01.1998
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wilbur Wright College
Chicago, ILSkills
- Flexible
- Detail-Oriented
- Team Player
- Family Communication
- Clinical Documentation
- Health Education
- Emergency Response
- IV Insertion and Administration
Awards and Training
- CPR Certification present
- IV Certification 2023
- Nurse of the Year 2020, Warren Barr Gold Coast
- Nurse of the Year 2013, The Imperial Grove Pavilion
- Employee of the Month in September 2012, The Imperial Grove Pavilion
- Active BLS Provider since 2005
Timeline
Licensed Practical Nurse
Warren Barr Gold Coast
02.2017 - 07.2024
Licensed Practical Nurse- Wound Care Nurse
The Imperial Grove Pavilion
03.2011 - 01.2017
Floor Nurse
The Imperial Grove Pavilion
10.2010 - 03.2011
Dialysis Technician
Fresenius Medical Care
01.2005 - 12.2010
Licensed Practical Nurse Program- Diploma -
Northwestern Institute of Technology
Certification in Nursing Assistance -
Wilbur Wright College
BS Computer Science-Undergrad -
AMA Computer University
BS Mechanical Engineering-Undergrad -
Mapua Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
St. Andrew School
Some College (No Degree) - General Studies
Wilbur Wright College
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