Cecille Corbes
Richmond,TX
Summary
Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive NICU experience at CHI St. Luke's Hospital, skilled in medication administration and patient advocacy. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through effective family education and strong clinical judgment. Committed to fostering a supportive environment and mentoring new staff to uphold high care standards.
Experienced with patient care, critical thinking, and effective communication. Utilizes medical knowledge to support patient recovery and manage complex conditions. Strong understanding of healthcare protocols and compassionate care delivery.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent customer service.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse (RN 3), NICU
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
Sugar Land, TX
02.2016 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create individualized care plans.
- Educated families on newborn care and health management effectively.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring that all clinical interventions were in best interest of neonate and their family.
- Trained and coached new employees on protocols and best practices to promote ideal patient outcomes.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift handovers by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' status and needs with incoming staff members.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Registered Nurse, Clinician 3, NICU
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
Chicago, IL
04.2008 - 01.2016
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, documenting findings in electronic health records.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care strategies.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment options, and discharge planning.
- Monitored patient progress, adjusting care plans based on clinical evaluations and feedback.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and clinical skills development.
- Drove process improvements in workflow efficiency within the nursing unit through effective leadership.
- Educated patients on self-care management practices, empowering them to take control of their health at home.
- Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring patient safety and proper dosage.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient treatment plans, improving overall health outcomes.
- Prepared and administered prescribed medications to patients, orally, subcutaneously and through IV.
- Assessed patients'' conditions through regular monitoring and vital sign recordings, enabling timely interventions when needed.
- Monitored patients' readiness for discharge and progress by focusing on overall physical and psychosocial health status.
- Mentored new nurses during orientation programs, sharing clinical expertise to strengthen their skills and knowledge base.
- Implemented infection control measures within the healthcare setting, reducing instances of hospital-acquired infections among patients.
- Observed, recorded and evaluated patient symptoms, reactions and daily progress to inform assigned physicians of concerns.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Registered Nurse (RN 2), NICU
Norwegian American Hospital
Chicago, IL
11.2005 - 12.2015
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Monitored vital signs and patient conditions, promptly reporting changes to the healthcare team.
- Educated families on neonatal care practices, fostering a supportive environment for patient recovery.
- Mentored new nursing staff on NICU protocols and best practices, promoting knowledge sharing within the unit.
- Assisted with complex medical procedures such as intubation, lumbar punctures, and umbilical line placements under physician supervision.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment by adhering to infection control policies, proper equipment handling, and waste disposal procedures.
- Promoted family-centered care by providing education, support, and resources to parents of NICU patients.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring a patient-centered approach to care delivery within the NICU setting.
- Reduced complications by closely monitoring vital signs, administering medications, and assessing newborns'' overall condition.
- Optimized medication administration safety through careful double-checking of dosages and adherence to proper storage guidelines.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift handovers by effectively communicating pertinent information regarding patients'' status and needs with incoming staff members.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Administered medications and treatments as ordered by physician.
- Assessed and documented changes in patient's condition and prepared patient for transfer to higher level of care.
Staff Nurse 2
Abuyog District Hospital
Abuyog Leyte, Philippines
01.1997 - 09.2005
- Conducted assessments to evaluate patient needs and ensure optimal care delivery.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Acted as a patient advocate, ensuring their needs were met and their rights protected throughout their healthcare journey.
- Directed patient care by initiating and following through with plan of care, continuing care, and discharge instructions.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, ensuring accurate results for optimal treatment planning.
- Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
- Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge instructions.
Staff Nurse 2
Divine Word Hospital
Tacloban City, Philippines
11.1994 - 12.1996
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to medical staff promptly.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans.
- Educated patients and families on health management, medication adherence, and post-discharge instructions.
- Assisted in the development of nursing procedures that improved patient care standards.
- Trained new nursing staff on hospital policies, procedures, and best practices for patient safety.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center
Tacloban City, Philippines
06.1993 - 12.1993
- Assisted in patient care, ensuring comfort and safety during medical procedures.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to deliver compassionate support to patients and families.
- Monitored vital signs, recording changes for immediate nursing intervention as needed.
- Educated patients on health management and wellness practices for improved outcomes.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University
Tacloban City 03.1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Clinical judgment
- Patient and family advocacy
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Physical assessments
- Patient evaluation
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Maintaining privacy
Certification
Basic Life Support
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
Registered Nurse Certified - NICU
Stable Program
Timeline
Registered Nurse (RN 3), NICU
CHI St. Luke's Hospital
02.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse, Clinician 3, NICU
Advocate Illinois Masonic Medical Center
04.2008 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse (RN 2), NICU
Norwegian American Hospital
11.2005 - 12.2015
Staff Nurse 2
Abuyog District Hospital
01.1997 - 09.2005
Staff Nurse 2
Divine Word Hospital
11.1994 - 12.1996
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center
06.1993 - 12.1993
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University