Anna Karenina Mae Paragas
Louisville,KY
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse OCC PACU
Jewish Hospital Louisville
05.2022 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2022
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during the recovery process, easing anxiety related to surgery outcomes.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures in the PACU setting, such as wound care, dressing changes, and insertion of invasive monitoring devices.
- Enhanced patient safety during transfers to other units by providing handoff communication that accurately conveyed critical information about the patient''s condition, potential risks, and ongoing treatment plans.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between surgical units through timely communication with preoperative and surgical suite staff regarding patient needs and status updates.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Improved patient satisfaction through compassionate nursing care and effective communication with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Increased quality of care by participating in ongoing professional development opportunities related to PACU nursing practice.
Enrolled Nurse
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2019
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
- Remained calm during high-stress, critical situations, demonstrating sustained focus and problem-solving in real-time.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimized patient treatment plans and outcomes.
- Mentored new nursing staff members, fostering teamwork and improving unit efficiency.
Charge Registered Nurse Operating Room
Dagupan Doctors Villaflor Memorial Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2014
- Led shift handover meetings effectively communicating critical information about each patient''s status ensuring continuity of care.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by actively participating in unit meetings, sharing ideas to improve efficiency or address ongoing challenges faced by colleagues.
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders, and communicating with ancillary departments.
- Mentored newly hired nurses to ensure seamless integration into the team and facilitate their professional development.
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Dagupan Doctors Villaflor Memorial Hospital
12.2009 - 08.2012
- Maintained a sterile environment within the operating room, reducing the risk of infection.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Implemented time-out protocols before starting surgeries, verifying correct patient identification and procedural details.
- Performed pre-operative assessments to prepare patients for surgery.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assisted in complex surgeries with precise execution of tasks, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Sanitized, selected and organizing instruments, equipment and supplies according to surgeon preferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Centro Escolar University
Mendiola Manila, Philippines03.2008
Skills
Patient Assessments
Direct Patient Care
Medication and IV administration
Documentation and Charting
Strong Clinical Judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Compassion and Empathy
Professional Bedside Manner
Complex Problem-Solving
Patient Discharge
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certified
Basic Life Support (BLS) certified
Pediatric Advanced Life SUpport (PALS) certified
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support ACLS
- APEX Innovations; NIH Stroke Scale Training and 1 Year Certification
Reference
Amy E. Fenwick, MSN RN
Perianesthesia Nurse Educator II
502-694-0089
Marie Balajadia- SanVicente BSN RN
RN PACU Tan Tock Seng Hospital, Singapore
+65 8809-3645
Katrina Joaquin Felipe BSN RN
RN Hearthstone Health and Rehabilitation
775-772-4015
Timeline
Registered Nurse OCC PACU
Jewish Hospital Louisville
05.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse Staff, PACU
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11.2019 - 03.2022
Enrolled Nurse
Tan Tock Seng Hospital
11.2014 - 10.2019
Charge Registered Nurse Operating Room
Dagupan Doctors Villaflor Memorial Hospital
08.2012 - 08.2014
Operating Room Registered Nurse
Dagupan Doctors Villaflor Memorial Hospital
12.2009 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Centro Escolar University
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advance Life Support ACLS
- APEX Innovations; NIH Stroke Scale Training and 1 Year Certification
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