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Cadence Bawingan

Melbourne,FL

Summary

  • A Nurse professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, (Epic, Cerner and Meditech) medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
  • Patient -oriented Nurse ,hardworking and a team player with 18 years of diverse experience in direct patient care. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient daily assignments. Offering expertise on medical Surgical specialty.
  • Dependable and organized candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude meeting team goals.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical Unit/Orthopedics

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2023.01 - 2023.09
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Assisted with wound care, dressing changes and NG tube placement to maintain stable patient conditions.
  • Performed nursing assessments and developed patient-specific treatment plans to deliver comprehensive care.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Managed caseload of 5 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
  • Provided inpatient care to diverse population of adult medical and surgical patients.
  • Monitored and managed pain levels of post-surgical patients to reduce unnecessary opiate usage.
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
  • Administered IV medications, monitoring and documenting patient responses to address complications.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to facilitate comprehensive patient-centered care.
  • Administered blood products and monitored vital signs to address immediate concerns.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Monitored patient vital signs to perform thorough condition assessments.
  • Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
  • Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Managed patient pain relief and sedation by providing non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions.
  • Monitored hemodynamic variances to identify signs of life-threatening complications.
  • Utilized Epic to document data related to patient care such as medications, interventions and patient responses.
  • Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2022.02 - 2022.11
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Updated patient charts with data such as medications to keep records current and support accurate treatments.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Maintained quality care and comfort for patients with heart failure, pulmonary hypertension, and other conditions.
  • Monitored patient condition by tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Contributed substantially to successful department JCAHO accreditation by consistently operating to highest standards of care.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
  • Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Covid-19

Aya Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2021.11 - 2022.02
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Proper use of PPE's for standard, airborne and contact precautions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Evaluated healthcare needs, goals for treatment, and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals and identifying insurance coverage limitations.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.


  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • 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.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • 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.
  • Adhering to nursing policies and procedures, protocols, standards and best nursing practices of the hospital. the hospital

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Behavioral Health

Aya Healthcare
2021.07 - 2021.10
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Monitored patients on restraints and withdrawal from opioid addiction.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
  • Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
  • Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
  • Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry

Aya Healthcare -Travel Nurse
2021.01 - 2021.06
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
  • Conferred with physicians to discuss diagnoses and devise well-coordinated treatment approaches.
  • Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
  • Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
  • Oversaw delivery of care for patients on medical-surgical unit, providing direct care, delegating nursing assignments and supervising team comprised of nurses, LPNs, technicians, and unit clerks.
  • Participated in nursing simulation activities, evidence-based practice project implementation and competency development to further nursing education.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
  • Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Managed quality care for patients with heart failure, end-stage renal disease and coronary artery disease.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
  • Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
  • Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
  • Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
  • Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2020.02 - 2020.11
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating patient care plans.
  • Changing dressings, inserting catheters,and starting IV's.
  • Collaborated with all healthcare team members to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Collaborating with other healthcare providers for admission and discharge
  • Monitoring patient's vital signs and reporting reactions to medications in a timely manner.
  • Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, policies and protocols of the hospital.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Organized and managed care of patients undergoing various therapies and procedures.
  • Collected blood, tissue, and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Health Carousel LLC-Travel Nurse
2016.11 - 2020.01
  • Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
  • Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
  • Managed care from admission to discharge.
  • Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
2012.03 - 2016.10


  • Facilitates the implementation, monitoring and evaluation of KFSH&RC Immunization program based on best practice.
  • Facilitates safe handling of vaccines.
  • Develops teaching material for patients and promotes awareness of vaccinations and vaccination schedule.
  • Gives in-service to staff, residents and all personnel directly involved in the handling and administration of vaccines
  • Leads and coordinates nurse led vaccination clinics in ambulatory care such as travel clinic seasonal influenza vaccination campaign, Haj, employee health and wellness clinics.
  • Serves as a team member representing nursing on the Vaccination advisory sub-committee.
  • Primary liaison between the vaccination advisory sub-committee and the clinical areas ensuring that updates and important information are communicated to all staff.
  • Assists in developing and updating Immunization Policies and Procedures
  • Performing competency based check offs to staff in Family medicine and other ambulatory care clinics.
  • Committee member in revising and updating policies and procedures of Family Medicine & Polyclinic
  • Expert Resource for information and advice in relation to Immunization
  • Providing coverage for the Head nurse and Assistant Head nurse when they are both on leave

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
2003.03 - 2011.12

Fulfilled the role as, shift resource, team leader and charge nurse in the unit and “EMS Fast Track” demonstrating leadership competency

· Triage Assessment

· Representative of Family Medicine & Polyclinic in MAGNET activities across the hospital and established unit based council in our department

· Project leader of Family Medicine triage task force group

· Performed “Tuberculosis surveillance follow up” and Needle stick follow up as one of the occupational health programs of family medicine department ensuring compliancy of hospital employees and maintaining accuracy to achieve optimal patient acuity monitoring

· Acts as preceptor to new employees and participates in and supports training and development of Saudi nursing students and graduates

· Assists doctors in the clinics and procedures such as pap smear, colposcopy, collection of genital swab

· Attends to other procedures such as IV insertion and other injections, throat and nasal swab, minor procedures, travel medicine, Vaccination and reviewing medical reports of internationally hired employees

· Performs pre-employment physical for potential local employees

· Maintains positive professional interpersonal relationships with patients and their families, co-workers and other members of the Health Care Team

· Provides total patient care as assigned and integrates transcultural principles into nursing care

· Communicates and/or documents all relevant information as per established core standards

· Through self-evaluation, identifies areas for professional development. Participates in relevant in-services and/or continuing education

· Contributes to development, implementation and evaluation of unit activities

· Follows all Hospital related policies and procedures

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse

Kingdom Hospital
2001.12 - 2003.01
  • Responsible for the delivery of holistic nursing care of the highest possible standard, working effectively with other members of the patient care team and performing all aspects of nursing competently and efficiently
  • Performed charge nurse role, allocating staff assignments to provide adequate cover
  • Responsible for weekly equipment check-ups in OPD including the crash cart and treatment rooms
  • Provide nursing care to surgical patients, completing pre and post operative procedures
  • Functioning as a preceptor for new staff
  • Ensuring all policies and procedures of the area and hospital are complied with
  • Attend to all procedures such as giving injections, IV insertion, blood extraction, ECG, post-op dressing and wound care
  • Communicating effectively with the patient care team promoting positive team relationships and working to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff
  • Taking responsibility for self development and education, ensuring competence in all aspects of the work setting participating actively in the In-training services offered by the hospital
  • Maintaining accurate, concise and complete documentation as part of the electronic medical record using the Cerner system and meeting legal requirements for hard copy of selected documents

Staff Nurse

Malaz Modern Clinic
1995.03 - 2000.07
  • Performs all aspects of nursing duties in a competent and professional manner


  • Provided triage, referrals, direct nursing care, and medication administration
  • Managed to assist doctors with different specialty in a clinical setting such as orthopedic, ENT, Ophthalmology, Ob-gyne, surgery and pediatrics, attending to treatment and procedures

· Prepared equipment and assisted physicians during patient examinations, treatments and minor surgical procedures


  • Prepared patients for minor surgical and radiological procedures, initiated and maintained intravenous therapy, and operated 12-lead EKG.
  • Contributes and shares ideas to health care team members to achieve a quality nursing care
  • Participates actively in nursing conferences, seminars and training for the improvement of quality care

Staff Nurse

Olivares General Hospital
1993.10 - 2003.12
  • Responsible for total patient care of assigned patients and assists in the management of general care unit.
  • Exhibit motivation and dedication by providing the highest quality of care to each patient
  • Performs physical, psychological and physiological assessments, administer IV fluids and monitor recovery progress. Track lab values and results, updating attending physicians as appropriate
  • Accurately obtained and documented patient history and medication lists, assessed individual conditions and needs, and selected departmental referrals for acute and chronically ill patients
  • Receives admission, discharges and endorses patients
  • Collaborating with other health care team members and communicates with family members effectively, verbally and in writing to maintain continuity of care.
  • Operate and insert Foley catheters, NGT tubes, monitor intake and output
  • Takes necessary care of the ward and equipment within the unit on a shift basis, providing effective leadership to the wards clinical and non-clinical workforce to achieve a standard, patient centered care
  • Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
  • Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Union Christian College
San Fernando, La Union, Philippines
03.1991

Skills

  • Use of EMR documentation(Epic, Cerner, Meditech)
  • IV insertion
  • PICC Lines
  • Intramuscular Injections
  • Nasogastric Tube Insertion
  • Chest Tubes
  • Blood Product Transfusion
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Use of POCT(Glucose, urinalysis, pregnancy)

Certification

  • BLS
  • ACLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse Medical-Surgical Unit/Orthopedics

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2023.01 - 2023.09

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2022.02 - 2022.11

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Covid-19

Aya Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2021.11 - 2022.02

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Behavioral Health

Aya Healthcare
2021.07 - 2021.10

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit/Telemetry

Aya Healthcare -Travel Nurse
2021.01 - 2021.06

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Cross Country Healthcare-Travel Nurse
2020.02 - 2020.11

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Health Carousel LLC-Travel Nurse
2016.11 - 2020.01

Clinical Nurse Coordinator

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
2012.03 - 2016.10

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse

King Faisal Specialist Hospital & Research Centre
2003.03 - 2011.12

Staff Nurse/Charge Nurse

Kingdom Hospital
2001.12 - 2003.01

Staff Nurse

Malaz Modern Clinic
1995.03 - 2000.07

Staff Nurse

Olivares General Hospital
1993.10 - 2003.12

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Union Christian College
  • BLS
  • ACLS
Cadence Bawingan