Annaliza Asetre
BSN RN
Rancho Cordova,CA
Summary
Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
While I have been a bedside nurse for over 30 years now and had learned so much and loved my profession interacting with patients and their family and being able to provide the highest level of care I can to each of them. Now I want to look into a different career paths that still involves nursing. I am open to learning. I believe I can be an asset to any organization because I always do my best in everything I do and set my mind to.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Sub Acute Unit Nurse Coordinator
Kessler Care Center
Paterson, NJ
04.1998 - 06.2000
- Responsible for clinical aspect of the unit, daily supervision of nursing activities following procedures to ensure patient’s needs are met.
- Supervise and enforce all facility approved policies and procedures are being followed.
- Maintain shift operations, staffs unit accordingly.
- Coordinates with other unit’s shift supervisors, meets with DON to discuss units functions, requests supplies as needed,
- Reviews nursing documentations according to guidelines set forth, provide staff in service when needed.
- Attends and has input during MDS IDCP care planning to ensure that all disciplines are on the same page and that is for patients to progress to their baseline and discuss safe discharge plans on optimal level of functioning.
- Monitored and evaluated patient outcomes for effectiveness of treatment plans.
- Performed administrative tasks related to the coordination of nurse staffing schedules.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efficient workflow processes.
- Communicated with patients and families on conditions and progress.
Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Lincoln Park Nursing Home
Lincoln , NJ
04.1996 - 06.2000
- Responsible for overseeing nursing staff on weekends and ensuring they provide quality patient care on a 20-bed sub acute unit.
- Collaborated with other departments to ensure that weekend staffing needs are met.
- Provided guidance to nurses in the absence of a physician.
- Assists and guides nurses throughout the shift.
- Reviews nurses documentations accordingly and follows through that patients/residents are getting the care they need especially their ADL’s while giving them their independence in a safe environment.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies and procedures related to patient care.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members or resolved complaints from patients or families.
- Coordinated communication among shifts regarding patient status updates and treatments.
- Prepared regular reports summarizing activities related to weekend nursing services.
Oncology Staff RN/Relief Unit Charge
Dignity Health
Carmichael, CA
09.2004 - 09.2023
- Administered pain control medications according to physician orders and assessed response to treatment. Coordinates with MD as per my assessments.
- Facilitated referrals for hospice services when appropriate for end-of-life care through coordination with physician in charge.
- Utilized evidence based practice guidelines to provide quality patient outcomes.
- Assisted patients with activities of daily living such as bathing or ambulation as needed.
- Responds quickly and effectively to life threatening situations using advanced cardiac life support techniques when necessary.
- Provided emotional support to family members during times of crisis or stress due to their loved one's illness or death; refers to chaplain with patient and families agreement.
- Maintains accurate records of patient assessments, interventions and treatments provided and evaluations of care rendered.
- Participated in continuing education programs related to oncology nursing practices to learn more about advancements in cancer treatments and what Nurses roles are to be able to provide educations to patients and their families.
- Counseled patients on the importance of follow up visits after discharge from the hospital; referral to nurse navigators are plays a big role.
- Monitors laboratory values closely for any abnormal results that may require immediate action by the physician.
- Identifies potential problems before they escalated into serious complications utilizing critical thinking skills and provides my knowledge learned through the years.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams in order to coordinate high quality care for every patient.
- Initiated palliative measures such as pain management strategies when indicated.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to oncology patients in a busy hospital setting.
- Developed and implemented plans of care for individualized patient needs.
- Performed treatments such as chemotherapy, blood transfusions, and other specialized procedures.
- Educated patients and families regarding disease processes, medications, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Coordinated with physicians, pharmacists, social workers, dietitians, physical therapists, occupational therapists and other health care providers to ensure the best possible outcome for each patient.
- Actively participated in interdisciplinary rounds with the healthcare team to discuss patient progress and plan of care.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans by attending daily MDR (multi disciplinary rounds) on a daily basis to discuss patient’s current medical conditions and has input on patients needs as early on and on discharge plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance such as Nurse Navigator, social services, etc
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients, i.e bedside bone marrow aspiration and biopsy, bedside I&D, bedside chest tube insertion while providing patient emotional support during the process/procedure.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Utilized computerized Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. Fortunate enough to have had the opportunity to be chosen as a super user to teach colleagues from transitioning paper-based documentations to electronic-based documentation using CERNER computer system.
- Precepted several new hired nurses (new grad and seasoned nurses)
Evening Shift Charge Nurse
Bergen Regional Medical Center
Paramus, NJ
06.2000 - 02.2004
- Oversaw the evening shift operations of a long-term care facility’s 30-bed residents with a long-term tracheostomy and vents while ensuring quality patient care and safety.
- Assessed patients' needs to ensure they were receiving appropriate medical attention.
- Coordinated with physicians and other healthcare providers to provide comprehensive care for patients as needed.
- Assigns tasks to CNA’s and RN/LPN, checks to ensure expected responsibilities of each staffs are being met at the end of the shift; assists staff in completing their assignments as needed to ensure residents needs are met.
- Performs duties as delegated by supervision.
- Call MD for any change in residents medical condition; take orders following state regulations and follows through orders.
- Start IV lines and gives medications as ordered; coordinates if any x-rays were ordered.
- Coordinates with hospital and calls medical transport if resident needs higher level of care.
- Works with RT on duty to ensure patients are being suctioned as needed and tracheostomy care are being performed diligently between RT and Nurses
- Developed individualized plans of care for each patient based on their diagnosis and condition.
- Evaluated treatment plans to determine effectiveness and make necessary adjustments as needed.
- Ensured compliance with established policies and procedures related to patient safety regulations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient information including medication administration records, assessment notes, flow sheets.
- Initiated emergency interventions when necessary and provided life saving measures if required.
- Encouraged family involvement in the decision making process by providing education about their loved one's condition.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the unit to ensure efficient workflow was being maintained at all times.
- Performed various administrative duties such as scheduling staff shifts, ordering supplies, updating charts.
Unit Nurse Coordinator
West Caldwell Care Center
West Caldwell, NJ
04.1994 - 06.1998
- Assisted in the development and implementation of patient care plans.
- Coordinated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide quality patient care; discussed with PT/OT/ST/RN/CNA patients individual progress (in sub acute unit) for safe discharge plans and needs.
- Developed discharge planning processes for post-acute care services for patients with patients and family members involvement.
- Educated patients on health promotion and disease prevention strategies.
- Performed administrative tasks related to the coordination of nurse staffing schedules.
- Ensured all clinical documentation was accurate, timely, complete and compliant with federal and state regulations.
- Participated in performance improvement activities such as chart reviews, audits and outcome measurements.
- Provided guidance to new staff members regarding policies and procedures related to nursing practice standards.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control standards in accordance with established protocols.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to coordinate efficient workflow processes.
- Actively participated in meetings with senior management teams on initiatives related to quality assurance and improvement projects.
- Communicated with patients and families on conditions and progress during weekly MDS meetings to update/change/add individualized care plan and making sure all staff are updated and follows through with changes and that all care plans are being implemented.
- Reviewed patient treatment plans to meet and maintain JCAHO, Medicare and Medicaid requirements
- Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
Staff RN, med-surg
St Clare’s Medical Center
Makati, Philippines
07.1991 - 03.1994
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Volunteer Nurse
Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital
Daet Camarines Norte, Philippines
06.1990 - 06.1991
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- My very first on the job training where I was rotated to different departments (OR, ER, Peds, Med-surg) with shifts rotations as well. This is where I learned to provide basic nursing skills under the supervision of their staff nurses. This is also where I realized that I LOVE Nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mabini College of Nursing Philippines
Philippines 04.1990
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Medical Supply Management
- Creative Problem Solving
- Medication Administration
- Well experienced with PIV, PICCS and Ports
- Easily adapts to
- Willing to learn; quick learner
- Learned how to type fast ( had 1 sem of typewriting skills during college)
- Easy to get along with peers and superiors while maintaining boundaries
- Patient Condition Monitoring
- Patient Care Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Critical Thinking
- Clear Patient Communication
- Blood Draw and Sample Collection
- Procedure Assistance
- Monitoring Vital Signs
- Nursing Consultation
- Direct Patient Care
- Convalescent Care
- Student Precepting
- Nursing Performance Assessment
- First Aid
- Infection Control Process Coordination
- Routine Examinations
- Unit Oversight
- Diagnostic Test Ordering
- Discharge support
- Staff hiring
- Staff recruitment
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
To be able to look back upon one’s life in satisfaction, is to live twice.
Kahlil Gibran
Timeline
Oncology Staff RN/Relief Unit Charge
Dignity Health
09.2004 - 09.2023
Evening Shift Charge Nurse
Bergen Regional Medical Center
06.2000 - 02.2004
Sub Acute Unit Nurse Coordinator
Kessler Care Center
04.1998 - 06.2000
Weekend Nursing Supervisor
Lincoln Park Nursing Home
04.1996 - 06.2000
Unit Nurse Coordinator
West Caldwell Care Center
04.1994 - 06.1998
Staff RN, med-surg
St Clare’s Medical Center
07.1991 - 03.1994
Volunteer Nurse
Our Lady Of Lourdes Hospital
06.1990 - 06.1991
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Mabini College of Nursing Philippines