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APRIL LOU SANCHEZ

APRIL LOU SANCHEZ

REGISTERED NURSE
Boynton Beach,FL

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Medicine, equipped with extensive expertise in acute patient care, rapid assessment, and critical interventions. Proven ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams while maintaining the highest standards of care and adapting to evolving circumstances. Recognized for exceptional clinical judgment and strong communication skills, consistently focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes in high-pressure environments. Committed to delivering compassionate care and enhancing the overall patient experience through proactive problem-solving and a steadfast dedication to excellence.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
6
6
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Adex Medical Staffing International Division
09.2023 - Current
  • Delivered patient-centered care, assessing needs and developing personalized care plans.
  • Administered medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with safety standards and protocols.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate comprehensive patient care strategies.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments, documenting findings accurately in electronic health records.
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
  • 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.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • 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.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
  • Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • 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.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • 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.

Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

Qatar Armed Forces (Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College) Medical Center
06.2012 - 09.2023
  • Company Overview: Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College-Medical Center is a satellite Medical Facility of Qatar Armed Forces Headquarters under the Ministry of Defense. ABMMC Medical Center provides the best health care services to the personnel of the college (Military Officers and their families, Military Staff, Military Cadets, and other Staff); Responding to major and minor emergency situations. Medical Center is designed and equipped with the international standards in order to deliver healthcare efficiently. The multinational and multicultural healthcare team is committed in the provision of safe and quality care. ER Team is comprised of ER Specialists and ER Nurses trained in Emergency and Critical Care. Staffs are all holders of Supreme Council for Health Specialties License and are Advance Life Support providers. The Emergency Department is a 11-bed capacity; equipped with the advanced medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, defibrillators, ventilators, echocardiogram machines, infusion pumps, syringe pumps, medical beds, diagnostic or assessment machines, and Medical Center-wide Integrated Electronic Health Record System. ER consists of Critical Emergency, Resuscitation Room, and Minor Emergency. The Medical Center has the state of the art diagnostic machines such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography, X-ray, Ultrasound, Spirometry, Audiometry, and many others.
  • Responsible for providing rapid assessment and treatment to patients in the initial phase of illness or trauma and often in life-threatening situations
  • Perform triage to appropriate zone
  • Assist ER Doctor in performing minor operation procedure (suturing, cast application)
  • Apply expertise in data analysis by monitoring laboratory results, blood work, urinalysis, and performed sterile procedures including catheterization, IV insertion and dressing changes
  • Administer IV fluids and medications including antibiotics, narcotics and oral drugs, while carefully monitoring for side effects or any adverse reactions
  • Collaborate with nurses and emergency medical technician for patient transfer to tertiary hospital
  • Facilitate admissions and transfers, chart/care plan note preparation and other documentation, and interdisciplinary team participation using Electronic Medical Record HIS system
  • Multitasking and prioritizing responsibilities based on patients conditions in timely manner and maintaining confidence in critical situations
  • Maintain cleanliness and availability for proper function of the equipment and supplies in the emergency room
  • Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College-Medical Center is a satellite Medical Facility of Qatar Armed Forces Headquarters under the Ministry of Defense. ABMMC Medical Center provides the best health care services to the personnel of the college (Military Officers and their families, Military Staff, Military Cadets, and other Staff); Responding to major and minor emergency situations. Medical Center is designed and equipped with the international standards in order to deliver healthcare efficiently. The multinational and multicultural healthcare team is committed in the provision of safe and quality care. ER Team is comprised of ER Specialists and ER Nurses trained in Emergency and Critical Care. Staffs are all holders of Supreme Council for Health Specialties License and are Advance Life Support providers. The Emergency Department is a 11-bed capacity; equipped with the advanced medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, defibrillators, ventilators, echocardiogram machines, infusion pumps, syringe pumps, medical beds, diagnostic or assessment machines, and Medical Center-wide Integrated Electronic Health Record System. ER consists of Critical Emergency, Resuscitation Room, and Minor Emergency. The Medical Center has the state of the art diagnostic machines such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography, X-ray, Ultrasound, Spirometry, Audiometry, and many others.
  • Case Handled: Hyperthermia, Hypothermia, Seizure, Heat Stroke, Head Injury, Cerebrovascular Accident, Transient Ischemic Attack, Myocardial Infarction, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Pneumonia, Bronchial Asthma in Acute Exacerbation, Upper Respiratory Tract Infection, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Organophosphate Poisoning, Fractures, Epistaxis, Lacerations, PNS surgery, Minor Burn Injuries, Vehicular Accidents, Malaria, Scabies, Rhabdomyolysis, Renal Insufficiency, Renal Colic, Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 and Type 2, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Gestational Diabetes Mellitus, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism, Appendicitis, Cholelithiasis, Pancreatitis, Gastric Bypass Surgery, G6PD, Eye Injuries

Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Arab Medical Centre
07.2007 - 06.2012
  • Company Overview: Arab Medical Centre is a privately owned tertiary hospital, with HCAC and ISO Accreditation and one of the leading referral hospitals for local, regional and international patients. Consisting of 150 beds, AMC provides a full range of medical and surgical services covering all specialties. The Emergency Department has dedicated rooms for pediatric cases and those with communicable diseases, treating an average of 200 patients per day. Performs major surgical services like: Neurosurgery, Orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, ophthalmology, cardiovascular, renal transplant and general surgery. The Surgical Department consists of 8 theaters; supported by 12 Intensive Care Unit beds and 8 Coronary Care Unit beds with 1:2 nurse to patient ratio depending on the severity of cases. There are 2 fully equipped cardiac catheterization labs as part of the facility. The Endoscopy Unit has 3 rooms to fulfill the needs of patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. With ultramodern facilities and advanced diagnostic and interventional medical imaging equipment available in the Radiology and Imaging Department.
  • Provided direct care for adult and pediatric surgical, neurosurgical, and medical critically ill patients
  • Served as a specialty nurse caring for critical patients directly from the operating room following open-heart, cranial, vascular, abdominal and thoracic surgeries
  • Assisted Surgeon and Anesthesiologist during insertion of central venous catheter, dialysis catheter, chest tubes, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture
  • Monitored hemodynamic stability using central venous line and arterial line data
  • Administered medication, perform ECG's, venous and arterial blood drawing, intravenous line maintenance and insertion, naso/oro-gastric tube insertion and management, Foley catheter insertion and management
  • Titration of multiple vasopressors, inotropes, and other cardiac supportive drips to maintain hemodynamic stability
  • Administered blood products, monitoring patients for symptoms related to transfusion reactions
  • Monitored fluid intake and output to detect emerging problems such as fluid and electrolyte imbalances
  • Cared for patients with multiple chest tubes, external pacemakers, intra-aortic balloon pumps, and on mechanical ventilator support, requiring constant and close assessment
  • Assisted in procedures involving conscious sedation, including elective intubation, colonoscopy, bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, paracentesis and endoscopy
  • Using independent and critical thinking intervened when patients were not progressing and in need of volume replacement and immediate corrective action
  • Progressed patients through ventilator weaning and extubation and transition to the telemetry/ step down unit
  • Collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop, implement and revise treatment plans based on needs and assessments of each patient
  • Arab Medical Centre is a privately owned tertiary hospital, with HCAC and ISO Accreditation and one of the leading referral hospitals for local, regional and international patients. Consisting of 150 beds, AMC provides a full range of medical and surgical services covering all specialties. The Emergency Department has dedicated rooms for pediatric cases and those with communicable diseases, treating an average of 200 patients per day. Performs major surgical services like: Neurosurgery, Orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, ophthalmology, cardiovascular, renal transplant and general surgery. The Surgical Department consists of 8 theaters; supported by 12 Intensive Care Unit beds and 8 Coronary Care Unit beds with 1:2 nurse to patient ratio depending on the severity of cases. There are 2 fully equipped cardiac catheterization labs as part of the facility. The Endoscopy Unit has 3 rooms to fulfill the needs of patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. With ultramodern facilities and advanced diagnostic and interventional medical imaging equipment available in the Radiology and Imaging Department.
  • Case Handled: Surgical cases: Cardiovascular surgery for adult patient (Coronary Artery Bypass Graft, Mitral/Aortic Valve Replacement), Open heart surgery for pediatric patient, (Blalock-Taussig shunt, Correction of Tetralogy of Fallot, arterial switch, ASD/VSD repair), Craniotomy, Craniectomy, AV malformation correction, Decompression/ evacuation of hematoma, Burr hole, Insertion of VP shunt, Brain tumor resection with CSF drain, Thoracotomy, Pneumonectomy, Lobectomy, Spinal Correction, Spinal Fusion, Explore Laparotomy (Sigmoid Colon Resection with colostomy and abdominal drains, Gastrectomy, Gastric pull-up for pediatric patient), Kidney Transplant, Urinary diversion (ileal conduit). Medical Cases: Myocardial Infarction, Acute Coronary Syndrome, Atrial Fibrillation, Post Cardiac Catheterization (PCI, ICD), Congestive Heart Failure, Cerebrovascular Accident, Seizure, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Status Asthmaticus, Renal Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Vehicular Accidents, Gun Shot Wound, Communicable Diseases (H1N1, MRSA)
  • Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care outcomes.

Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit

Calamba Doctors' Hospital
01.2005 - 03.2007
  • Company Overview: Calamba Doctors' Hospital is a private teaching hospital with 120 bed capacity, JCI (1st-ed) Accredited, Philhealth Accredited, and being the first hospital in the Philippines to use solar and wind renewable energy system. One of the most established multi-specialty hospital in Laguna that provides a complete range of medical and surgical services. With a 3 bed capacity Intensive Care Unit and 1:3 nurse to patient ratio. Different units like: ER, OR, NICU, Medical-Surgical, Pedia, OB-GYN, Rehabilitation and Dialysis unit.
  • Assessed nursing care needs and problems of patient at the start of duty: a) Observing and inspecting patient b) Reviewing the clinical records, knowing the medical diagnosis.
  • Created plans of care with establish standards of care for assigned group of patients.
  • Coordinated with the medical care plan with the nursing care plan, interpreting doctors' order to appropriate nursing measures. Solicit patients' cooperation in planning and implementing plan of care.
  • Provided nursing care to patients: a) Takes the patients vital sign b) Gives morning care, oral / perennial care, or bed bath as the case may be c) Performs therapeutic measures prescribed and delegated by the Doctor d) Administers medications as ordered by the Doctors e) Treatment and management of intubated and tracheostomy patients that are ventilator dependent
  • Provided critical care to patients with potential life threatening conditions
  • Performed the techniques of cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively in cases of medical emergency
  • Monitored patients' progress via cardiac monitoring machine continuously and assessed vital signs per hospital policy and procedures
  • Assisted Medical Doctor and Surgeon with bedside procedures including intubation and Vein Cut Down procedure for CVP monitoring
  • Managed care of patients requiring specialized equipment to sustain life including ventilators
  • Ensured that ventilators, monitors and other types of medical equipment function properly
  • Floated to other areas as needed (ER, Medical-Surgical Ward, Pediatric Ward)
  • Maintained and recorded accurate and detailed flow-chart of patient's condition
  • Makes rounds alone, and with physicians, plans patient care with Doctor and the patients' needs and problems to the Senior Nurses or the Doctor as necessary.
  • Listens to, evaluates, and acts on needs, problems, and suggestions of patients, visitors, Doctors and others. Evaluates effectiveness of care plan. Comfort and safety of nursing care and procedures performed for the patient.
  • Records patients' needs and problems and nursing care, supportive measures, procedures done and equipment used, and patients' reactions / results of the procedure according to the actual time. Checks own documentation for completeness, pertinence, evidence of care given and records of patients' progress.
  • Gives brief report to the Senior Nurses at end of the shift for continuity of patient care.
  • Conducted health teaching /instructions to patients as the case maybe.
  • Holds self-responsible for hospital, department, and unit policies and practices directly related to patients being cared for.
  • Helps create a climate of high morale in the unit through cooperation and support to peers and colleagues.
  • Promotes and maintain good interpersonal relationships with the medical staff and personnel of other departments, patients, and the public.
  • Participates in studies and research program conducted in the nursing unit.
  • Participates in intra- and inter-department activities designed to improve the services of the hospital.
  • Encoding of medicines and supplies needed by the patient.
  • Undertakes the following Safety standards: a. Works in accordance with accepted safety practices and standards established by the employer in compliance with the provisions of these Standards. b. Reports unsafe conditions and practices to the supervisor by making suggestions for correction or removal of accidental hazards. c. Cooperates actively with the Health and Safety Committee.
  • Assisted government agencies in the conduct of health and safety inspection or other.
  • Calamba Doctors' Hospital is a private teaching hospital with 120 bed capacity, JCI (1st-ed) Accredited, Philhealth Accredited, and being the first hospital in the Philippines to use solar and wind renewable energy system. One of the most established multi-specialty hospital in Laguna that provides a complete range of medical and surgical services. With a 3 bed capacity Intensive Care Unit and 1:3 nurse to patient ratio. Different units like: ER, OR, NICU, Medical-Surgical, Pedia, OB-GYN, Rehabilitation and Dialysis unit.
  • Case Handled: Myocardial Infarction, Atrial Fibrillation, Congestive Heart Failure, Cerebrovascular Accident, Brain Hemorrhage, Brain Infarction, Seizure, Hepatic Encephalopathy, Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome, Status Asthmaticus, Renal Failure, End-Stage Renal Disease, Diabetes Mellitus Type 1 and 2, Diabetic Ketoacidosis, Vehicular Accidents, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease, Hemorrhagic Dengue Cases, Vehicular Accidents, Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura, Breast Cancer, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, Leukemia, Hyperthyroidism, Hypothyroidism
  • Administered comprehensive patient care in high-pressure medical environments.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Luzon State University
Philippines
01.2004

Skills

  • Electrocardiogram analysis
  • Comprehensive patient evaluations
  • Pediatric advanced life support
  • Medication management
  • Patient-centered care
  • IV therapy administration
  • Patient vital signs assessment
  • Advanced airway management
  • Data privacy management
  • Commitment to ethical standards
  • Emergency assessment skills
  • Clinical documentation and charting
  • Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
  • Critical thinking
  • Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
  • Trauma nursing core course (TNCC)
  • Medication and IV administration
  • Venipuncture and specimen handling
  • Documentation
  • Patient health assessment
  • Experience with cardiac device operation
  • Wound management
  • Patient care evaluation
  • Neonatal resuscitation (NRP)
  • Detail-oriented approach
  • Team motivation strategies
  • Direct patient care
  • Thorough documentation practices
  • Collaborative decision-making
  • Clear and empathetic communication with patients
  • Emergency nursing pediatric course (ENPC)
  • EMR / EHR
  • Diabetes management
  • Tracheostomy care
  • Medical procedure preparation
  • Immunizations and vaccinations
  • Procedure room preparation
  • Treatment preparation
  • Oxygen saturation protocols
  • Procedure assistance

Certification

  • ENPC, 2029-07-31
  • BLS, 2027-08-09
  • ACLS, 2027-08-09
  • PALS, 2027-08-09
  • TNCC, 2027-09-30
  • NRP , 2027-05-31

Timeline

Registered Nurse, Emergency Department

Adex Medical Staffing International Division
09.2023 - Current

Staff Nurse, Emergency Department

Qatar Armed Forces (Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College) Medical Center
06.2012 - 09.2023

Staff Nurse, Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Arab Medical Centre
07.2007 - 06.2012

Staff Nurse, Medical Intensive Care Unit

Calamba Doctors' Hospital
01.2005 - 03.2007

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Southern Luzon State University

Nursing Licenses

  • 0365410, Philippines, 2027-04-14
  • 3840, Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners, 2023-11-30
  • 297882, Arizona Board of Nursing, 2028-04-01

Specific Hospital Information

  • Calamba Doctors' Hospital, Calamba City, Laguna, Calamba Doctors' Hospital is a private teaching hospital with 120 bed capacity, JCI (1st-ed) Accredited, Philhealth Accredited, and being the first hospital in the Philippines to use solar and wind renewable energy system. One of the most established multi-specialty hospital in Laguna that provides a complete range of medical and surgical services. With a 3 bed capacity Intensive Care Unit and 1:3 nurse to patient ratio. Different units like: ER, OR, NICU, Medical-Surgical, Pedia, OB-GYN, Rehabilitation and Dialysis unit.
  • Arab Medical Centre, Amman, Jordan, Arab Medical Centre is a privately owned tertiary hospital, with HCAC and ISO Accreditation and one of the leading referral hospitals for local, regional and international patients. Consisting of 150 beds, AMC provides a full range of medical and surgical services covering all specialties. The Emergency Department has dedicated rooms for pediatric cases and those with communicable diseases, treating an average of 200 patients per day. Performs major surgical services like: Neurosurgery, Orthopedic surgery, endoscopy, ophthalmology, cardiovascular, renal transplant and general surgery. The Surgical Department consists of 8 theaters; supported by 12 Intensive Care Unit beds and 8 Coronary Care Unit beds with 1:2 nurse to patient ratio depending on the severity of cases. There are 2 fully equipped cardiac catheterization labs as part of the facility. The Endoscopy Unit has 3 rooms to fulfill the needs of patients undergoing diagnostic or therapeutic procedures. With ultramodern facilities and advanced diagnostic and interventional medical imaging equipment available in the Radiology and Imaging Department.
  • Qatar Armed Forces (Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College) Medical Center, Doha, Qatar, Ahmad Bin Mohammed Military College-Medical Center is a satellite Medical Facility of Qatar Armed Forces Headquarters under the Ministry of Defense. ABMMC Medical Center provides the best health care services to the personnel of the college (Military Officers and their families, Military Staff, Military Cadets, and other Staff); Responding to major and minor emergency situations. Medical Center is designed and equipped with the international standards in order to deliver healthcare efficiently. The multinational and multicultural healthcare team is committed in the provision of safe and quality care. ER Team is comprised of ER Specialists and ER Nurses trained in Emergency and Critical Care. Staffs are all holders of Supreme Council for Health Specialties License and are Advance Life Support providers. The Emergency Department is a 11-bed capacity; equipped with the advanced medical equipment such as cardiac monitors, defibrillators, ventilators, echocardiogram machines, infusion pumps, syringe pumps, medical beds, diagnostic or assessment machines, and Medical Center-wide Integrated Electronic Health Record System. ER consists of Critical Emergency, Resuscitation Room, and Minor Emergency. The Medical Center has the state of the art diagnostic machines such as Magnetic Resonance Imaging, Computed Tomography, X-ray, Ultrasound, Spirometry, Audiometry, and many others.

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