Anna Victoria De Leon
Redwood City,CA
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with a robust background at Gordon Manor RCFE, showcasing expertise in medication alongside exceptional patient care. Leveraged strong clinical judgment and compassion to enhance patient outcomes significantly. Proficient in patient education and counseling, contributing to a notable increase in patient satisfaction scores.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
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.
Patient-oriented Nurse with 10 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 Geriatric specialty.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Thorough team contributor with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered-nurse
Gordon Manor RCFE
07.2011 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- 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.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Clinical Nurse Educator/ Nurse Clinical Instructor
University of La Salette
06.2005 - 03.2011
- Evaluated clinical staff performance, identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback to drive continuous growth.
- Utilized adult learning principles to adapt teaching methods according to individual learner needs, maximizing comprehension and retention of material presented.
- Led the development of annual training plans based on identified gaps in knowledge or skills among clinical staff members.
- Assisted in the design of simulation exercises, enhancing hands-on learning experiences for clinical staff members.
- Coordinated continuing education events, connecting nurses with relevant resources to advance their expertise within their respective fields.
- Kept current with emerging trends in healthcare education, incorporating new strategies into existing curricula for continuous program improvement.
- Developed comprehensive competency assessments, effectively measuring nursing staff knowledge and skill levels.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure consistent patient care and education across various departments.
- Contributed to hospital accreditation efforts by ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices in nursing education.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores through the development and implementation of targeted staff education on patient-centered care practices.
- Championed adoption of digital tools in nursing education, enhancing learning experiences and outcomes.
- Promoted integration of cultural competence into nursing practices, improving patient satisfaction and care.
- Implemented competency-based assessments to measure and improve nursing skills and knowledge.
- Optimized clinical skills training modules to address gaps in nursing practice, elevating patient care standards.
- Boosted nurse competency with hands-on training sessions in latest healthcare technologies and practices.
- Assessed student knowledge levels and abilities with detailed assessments.
- Oversaw laboratory and clinical environments to help students advance knowledge and abilities.
- Compiled, administered and graded examinations to evaluate and record student comprehension levels.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Educated patients on disease management, self-care techniques, and wellness strategies to improve long-term health outcomes.
- Implemented infection control measures that significantly reduced hospital-acquired infections.
- Utilized strong clinical judgment in prioritizing patient needs during high-stress situations, ensuring optimal outcomes.
- Provided emotional support to patients'' family members during critical incidents, strengthening overall trust in the healthcare team.
- Created an efficient shift handover process which improved continuity of care between nursing shifts.
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
- Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
- Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
- Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
- Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
- Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.
- Promoted critical thinking among nursing students by introducing complex case studies during lectures.
- Enhanced patient care by providing clinical instruction for nursing students in various healthcare settings.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans to cover essential clinical skills, techniques, and procedures.
- Enhanced student understanding of the nursing profession by sharing personal experiences, insights, and challenges faced within various healthcare settings.
- Participated in faculty meetings, committees, and continuing education events to stay current on nursing education trends and best practices.
- Maintained a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student needs and concerns throughout the course.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to ensure consistency in teaching methods and curriculum content.
- Facilitated communication between students and clinical preceptors to address any concerns or issues that arose during rotations.
- Implemented new educational techniques to boost student comprehension while reducing learning time.
- Provided educational lectures and facilitated discussions on weekly basis.
- Instructed and coached students to help overcome academic issues and personal challenges.
- Delivered individualized instruction on observation, assessment, decision-making and patient health teaching.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to discuss student progress and strategize interventions for at-risk students, resulting in higher overall pass rates.
- Initiated feedback mechanism for students post-clinical rotations, gathering insights to continuously improve teaching strategies.
- Oversaw clinical training of students in specialized areas such as pediatrics and geriatrics, ensuring they received well-rounded educational experience.
- Enhanced student understanding of complex medical concepts by designing and implementing interactive, simulation-based learning experiences.
- Optimized student assessment process, making it more comprehensive and reflective of students' practical skills.
- Developed mentorship program to support new clinical instructors, fostering collaborative teaching environment.
Registered Nurse
Callang General Hospital and Medical Center
09.2004 - 03.2005
- 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.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Education
Master of Arts - Nursing Administration
University of La Salette
Isabela, Philippines10-2007
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of La Salette
Isabela, Philippines03-2004
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient assessment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Staff supervision
- Personal care needs
- Chest pain management
- Treatment Planning
- Emotional awareness
- Health screening
- Hospice and palliative care
- Long-term care
- Geriatric nursing
- Oxygen saturation standards
- Mobility assistance
- Removing sutures
- Palliative care awareness
- Preventive health
- Family advocacy
- Feeding assistance
- At-risk patient care
- Appointment scheduling
- Home health care
Certification
- Registered Nurse License (RN) - State Board of Nursing.
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- First Aid Certification
Timeline
Registered-nurse
Gordon Manor RCFE
07.2011 - Current
Clinical Nurse Educator/ Nurse Clinical Instructor
University of La Salette
06.2005 - 03.2011
Registered Nurse
Callang General Hospital and Medical Center
09.2004 - 03.2005
Master of Arts - Nursing Administration
University of La Salette
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of La Salette
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