Carey Joy Javier
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with six years of critical care experience in direct patient care, patient education, and promotion of skin healing. Skilled nurse prioritizing patient needs and frequent assessment of patient condition. Offering expertise with wound care management.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
Bradenton, Florida
11.2017 - 11.2023
- Provided thorough patient assessments upon admission, establishing baseline data for ongoing evaluation of patient care acute and chronic wounds.
- Monitored progress of patients' vitals, wound drainage, drains, and equipment to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to perform interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention
- Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers and other wound developments.
- Assisted physicians in performing bedside debridement procedures, ensuring optimal patient safety and comfort during the process.
- Treated and carefully tended to vascular and diabetic ulcers.
- Provided post-surgery treatment and care for patients with ostomies, tracheostomies, cardiac catheterization, pacemaker insertion, and thrombectomies.
- Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds and how to prevent infections.
- Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic or complex wounds, facilitating resilience during rehabilitation efforts.
- Advised patients on proper nutrition and offered holistic solutions to severe conditions.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
- Served as a preceptor for new nursing staff, guiding them in developing their clinical skills and understanding of progressive care unit protocols.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during difficult recoveries to enhance healing and prevent non-compliance problems.
- Participated in ongoing education and training opportunities to stay current with best practices in progressive care nursing.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05.2017
Skills
- Wound Care Documentation
- Post-Surgical Care
- Medication and IV administration
- Geriatric Wound Care
- Patient Care Monitoring
- Pressure Ulcer Prevention
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Tracheostomy Care
- Central Line Care
Certification
- Licensed Registered Nurse (Multistate - Florida License #9469814) - Valid through April 2025
- Basic Life Support - Valid through February 2026
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support - Valid through February 2026
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Lakewood Ranch Medical Center
11.2017 - 11.2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Texas At Arlington