ARLANE AQUINO
MESA,Arizona
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse recognized for productive and efficient task completion. Skilled in patient assessment and emergency care. Possess strong communication skills, adaptability to high-stress environments, ability to multi-task, hard-working, and ability to work effectively in a team setting. Excel in providing exceptional patient care through empathy, patience, and active listening.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Health Nurse
Maricopa County
Phoenix, Arizona
07.2008 - Current
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
- Assisted physicians during examinations
- Evaluated the effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.
- Conducted intake assessments with patients
- Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, correctional policies and standards of care.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Proficient in treating, assessing, and managing patients who are predominantly withdrawing from drugs and alcohol, demonstrating a high level of expertise in this specialized area
Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
Mesa, Arizona
04.2006 - 08.2008
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Took care of stroke patients, and assisted in their rehabilitation
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, including arranging follow-up appointments or referrals for additional services.
- Assisted physicians during examinations
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
Registered Nurse
Kindred
Tucson, Arizona
12.2004 - 03.2006
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers, and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assisted patients with their rehabilitation
- Tube feedings
- Bed bath and grooming
- Wound care/ wound vacuum
Registered Nurse
Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center
Baguio City, Philippines
04.2001 - 06.2004
- Carry out doctor's orders
- Medicate patients
- Assisted with ADL
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Assisted in labor and delivery
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
Registered Nurse
Epiphany Polyclinic
Benguet, Philippines
01.1997 - 03.2001
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention, and wellness.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Discharge instructions to patients and their families
Registered Nurse
Clinica Alunes
02.1996 - 12.1996
- Took care of patients in a 10-bed capacity clinic
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the clinic
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Performed triage assessments of walk-in patients in a clinic setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Educational Center
Philippines03-1995
Skills
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Critical Care
- Nursing staff leadership
- ADL Assistance
- Wound Care
- Emergency Response
- Appointment Scheduling
- IV drug therapy management
- HIPAA Education
- Inpatient and outpatient care
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Medical Screening
- Patient reaction monitoring
- Patient Check-Ins
- Emergency Care
- Seizure Management
- Licensed RN
- Patient Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Documenting vitals
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Work out
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional
Accomplishments
Supervisory position for 2 years
Certification
- Arizona RN license
- Prior stroke nurse certification
- Prior ACLS
- CPR professional certification (prior instructor)
- CCHP- RN
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Correctional Health Nurse
Maricopa County
07.2008 - Current
Registered Nurse
Banner Baywood Medical Center
04.2006 - 08.2008
Registered Nurse
Kindred
12.2004 - 03.2006
Registered Nurse
Baguio General Hospital and Medical Center
04.2001 - 06.2004
Registered Nurse
Epiphany Polyclinic
01.1997 - 03.2001
Registered Nurse
Clinica Alunes
02.1996 - 12.1996
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pines City Educational Center
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