Benedicto Divina
Hayward,CA
Summary
AS A DIRECTOR OF NURSING:
Patient-oriented Registered Nurse with 14 years of diverse experience as Director of Nursing directing patient care, managing staff, and department operations. Offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths, and technical abilities. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Have the ability to communicate clearly in a professional manner verbally and through written communication. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Offering expertise in managing medical records, EMR charting, medication administration, wound care, and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support, and evaluating staff performance, and developing continued care plans.
AS A HOME HEALTH REGISTERED NURSE:
A Highly perceptive Home Health Registered Nurse promoting over 12 years of assessing and working with patients in home settings. Considered expert in clinical acumen and advocating for patient needs.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Nursing
Redwood Convalescent Hospital
Castro Valley, CA
11.2009 - 07.2023
- Monitored and inspected staff processes to eliminate hazards posed for both residents and staff while ensuring continuous compliance with regulations.
- Developed and updated policies and procedures, maintaining compliance with guidelines relating to HIPAA, benefits administration, and general liability.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Established and maintain effective communication with staff, physicians, and community organizations to promote high-quality patient care.
- Monitored and evaluated nursing staff performance, providing feedback and guidance to support standards of care.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Evaluated work performance of 60 nursing personnel and implemented discipline.
- Implemented successful healthcare programs through professionalism, quality of care, medical teaching, and patient satisfaction.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents, and families.
- Worked closely with administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives, and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
- Created customized care plans, working with hospital staff and families to assess and meet individual needs.
- Planned and assigned workload to nursing staff to direct patient care.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
Home Health Registered Nurse
Compassionate Visionary Home Health
San Ramon, CA
05.2011 - Current
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
- Educated patients on use and benefits of equipment such as home blood pressure cuffs and glucose meters.
- Assessed patients' health status and developed individualized care plans to suit needs.
- Informed physicians of any changes to patients' health or concerns observed during home visits.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, medications, and treatments.
- Assessed patients' health conditions and asked appropriate questions to better understand current feelings.
- Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
- Documented patient behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to physicians and supervising nurse.
- Monitored vital signs, develop and implement care plans, and document patient progress.
- Provided emotional support and kind companionship to patients and families to increase overall wellness.
- Trained, guided, supported, and supervise home health aide care providers.
- Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Incorporated therapeutic, rehabilitative, and nursing goals into detailed, individualized care plans based on diagnoses.
- Advised and coached patients progressing from hospitals, rehab facilities, and other medical organizations to at-home treatment settings.
- Developed and implement discharge plans to promote continued care after discharge.
Minimum Data Set Coordinator
Redwood Convalescent Hospital
Castro Valley, CA
09.2007 - 11.2009
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Quezon City Medical Center And Colleges
Manila, Philippines04.1991
Skills
- Compassionate and Caring
- Quality Assurance
- Case Management
- Risk Management
- Regulatory and Statutory Compliance
- Nursing Protocols
- Strategic Planning & Team Meeting Management
- Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration
- Acute & Long-Term Care
- Critical Thinking
- Skilled Patient Care, Observation & Assessment
- Administrative Staff Scheduling & Supervision
- Clinical System Monitoring & Quality improvement
- Medications Management & Disease Processes & Management
- Employee Coaching & Performance Evaluations
- Patient/Family/Caregiver Support, Education, and Counseling
- Leadership and Guidance
- Effective Multitasking and Time Management
- Problem Identification
- Referral Generation
- Infection Control Measures
- Nursing Procedures (Intravenous Infusion, PICC/Mid lines, Central Venous lines, IV antibiotics Administration, Intramuscular/Subcutaneous Injections, Tracheostomy, Blood Draw & Sample Collection, Ng Tube, Foley Catheter Care & Management, Wound care, and others)
- HIPAA Compliance
- Clinical Documentation and Reporting
- Medication Administration
- Care Planning & Adherence
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
- Physician Collaboration
- Treatment Recommendations
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Home Health Registered Nurse
Compassionate Visionary Home Health
05.2011 - Current
Director of Nursing
Redwood Convalescent Hospital
11.2009 - 07.2023
Minimum Data Set Coordinator
Redwood Convalescent Hospital
09.2007 - 11.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Quezon City Medical Center And Colleges