Butch Ian Cajegas, R.N.
Mequon,WI
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain quality healthcare practices. Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 5 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Experienced in bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aurora Medical Center Grafton
Mequon, WI
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Exhibited professionalism and leadership to peers by participating in professional activities and continuing education.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
Registered Nurse, Skilled Nursing Facility
HCF of Briarwood Village
Coldwater, Ohio
01.2022 - 04.2023
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
- Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
Utilization Management Nurse
Cognizant Technology Solutions Inc.
Cebu City, Philippines
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Reviewed patient admissions to determine medical necessity as directed by insurance company's criteria.
- Remained up-to-date on various benefit plans, medical policies and state-specific clinical guidelines or criteria.
- Managed processes pertaining to denials and potential denials as outlined by insurance carriers.
- Collaborated with providers to obtain required clinical information, supporting prior authorization determinations and individual inquiries.
- Determined medical necessity and cost-effectiveness of services through utilization review processes.
- Applied medical criteria and clinical judgement to researched cases to evaluate and establish determinations.
Medical Records Abstractor
Shearwater Health Advisors Inc.
Cebu City, Philippines
02.2019 - 12.2020
- Maintained complete confidentiality in accordance with organization and legal requirements.
- Pulled patient records and transferred information to appropriate parties.
- Observed confidentiality and safeguarded all patient-related information.
- Entered patient insurance, demographic and health information into software and confirmed records.
- Safeguarded patient records, managing data transfers in compliance with HIPAA standards and organizational regulations.
- Proofread documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
Chong Hua Hospital
Cebu City, Philippines
07.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered individualized care to post-operative patients by monitoring pain levels, checking vital signs and explaining next steps to recovery.
- Evaluated patients recovering from surgeries and coming out of anesthesia.
- Completed direct patient care tests to determine current conditions, responses and needs.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Administered medications to manage progression off anesthesia medications, deal with side effects and promote recovery.
- Employed nursing best practices and clinical judgment to continuously evaluate patients' progress and employed intervention to achieve desired outcomes.
- Monitored patient pain levels and administered medication to diminish patient discomfort.
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Mendero Medical Center
Cebu City, Philippines
08.2017 - 04.2018
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
Pharmaceutical Technician
Optum Rx
Cebu City, Philippines
07.2016 - 02.2017
- Computed charges for medication or equipment dispensed to hospital patients and entered data into computer.
- Transmitted claims to insurance companies for payment and reconciled EOBs.
- Received written prescription or refill requests, verifying information for completeness and accuracy.
- Prepared and processed medical insurance claim forms and records.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Millers Adventist Hospital
Cebu City, Philippines
09.2015 - 11.2015
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors' University
Cebu City, Philippines04.2012
High School Diploma -
Blessed John XXIII Seminary | Salutatorian
Cebu City, Philippines03.2008
Skills
- Long-Term Care
- Rehabilitation Nursing
- Palliative & Hospice Care
- EPIC Documentation
- PointClickCare
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Monitoring
- Attention to Detail
- Team Collaboration
- Medical Assessment
- Accurate Documentation
- Compassionate and Caring
- Clear Patient Communication
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- Medication and IV Administration
Nursing Licenses
STATE OF WISCONSIN , U.S.A.
- Registered Nurse
- License Number 1107369 - 30
- Issued on: 7/13/2023
- Expiration Date: 02/29/2024
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STATE OF OHIO, U.S.A.
- Registered Nurse
- License Number 490098
- Multi-State License (Compact)
- Expiration Date: 10/31/2023
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STATE OF ILLINOIS, U.S.A.
- Registered Nurse
- License Number 493867
- Single State License
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REPUBLIC of the PHILIPPINES
- Registered Nurse
- License Number 0791097
- Expiration Date: May 16, 2025
References
Gisstine Albino, RN
- Shearwater Health Advisors Inc.
- Project Manager
- +63 977 168 8682
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Dr. Rosario Naomi Tagimacruz-Fajardo, RN, MAN, PhD
- President - Philippine Hospital Infection Control Society
- Central and Eastern Visayas Chapter
- +63 925 730 4449
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Brian Thomas Leonardo, RN
- Cognizant Technology Solutions Inc.
- Service Delivery Manager
- +63 995 564 7431
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Aurora Medical Center Grafton
06.2023 - 09.2023
Registered Nurse, Skilled Nursing Facility
HCF of Briarwood Village
01.2022 - 04.2023
Utilization Management Nurse
Cognizant Technology Solutions Inc.
12.2020 - 12.2021
Medical Records Abstractor
Shearwater Health Advisors Inc.
02.2019 - 12.2020
Post-Anesthesia Care Unit Registered Nurse
Chong Hua Hospital
07.2018 - 01.2019
Medical Surgical Staff Registered Nurse
Mendero Medical Center
08.2017 - 04.2018
Pharmaceutical Technician
Optum Rx
07.2016 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Millers Adventist Hospital
09.2015 - 11.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctors' University
High School Diploma -
Blessed John XXIII Seminary | Salutatorian
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