Bianca Sangalang

• Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team working with vulnerable people with varying degrees of mental illness and substance-alcohol dependency
• Monitor vital signs, nutritional intake, and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to MD and supervisor.
• Educate clients about medications including psychotropic drugs such as indications and side effects.
• Utilize critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
• Conduct thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notify physicians and initiate appropriate interventions when necessary.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive mental health care.
• Educate family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
• Assist in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
• Manage challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
• Oversee care of suicidal patients and act swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
• Ensure patient safety by monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or self-harm.
• Collaborate proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients
• Perform blood draws on diverse patient populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric.

• Completed necessary reports and documentation on time and to specifications.
• Maintained safe and sanitary environment by performing regular disinfecting and cleaning measures.
• Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to provide patients with comprehensive care.
• Implemented strict safety protocols for staff and patients, minimizing infection risks at the testing site.
• Provided COVID-19 FAQs and educational material to staff and clients.

As Relief Supervisor:

• Collaborated with other team members to verify all specimens have been packaged for transport to the processing lab and picked up before leaving the event.
• Enhanced patient experience with clear communication and efficient scheduling procedures.
• Managed a team of healthcare professionals, ensuring quality performance in COVID-19 testing procedures.
• Coordinated with other nearby COVID-19 testing sites to share resources, knowledge, and best practices effectively.
• Monitored inventory levels of essential supplies, ensuring adequate stock for continuous operation of the testing site.

• Ensured safety and effectiveness of treatments by adhering to clinical protocols.
• Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to formulate and implement individual care plans.
• Reduced risk of complications by conducting thorough pre-treatment assessments and obtaining informed consent from patients.
• Performed various aesthetic treatments, such as laser treatments, to enhance clinic reputation for quality care.
• Ensured patient safety by diligently monitoring for adverse reactions.