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Ceferina Llave Engel

San Francisco,USA

Summary

Registered Nurse with a BSN skilled in patient assessments and care planning. Advocates for patients' rights while providing compassionate support and education on health management. Utilizes analytical problem-solving to improve healthcare delivery and ensure optimal patient care.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Case Management RN

MPMC
Burlingame, CA
03.2024 - 06.2024
  • Collaborated with healthcare team to create and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies, empowering them to make informed health decisions.
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, alerting supervising clinician to abnormal findings.
  • Conducted patient assessments, prioritizing data collection based on conditions or needs.
  • Evaluated physical, mental, and emotional status to determine care needs.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Reported symptom changes and vital signs to primary care doctors, patients, and families.
  • Provided emotional support to patients during challenging healthcare situations.
  • Advocated for patients' rights and values, ensuring their voices were heard in care decisions.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.

TICU RN

CPMC
San Francisco, CA
01.2023 - 03.2024
  • Administered medications and treatments per established protocols, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.
  • Collaborated with healthcare teams to develop and implement patient care plans, enhancing overall care quality.
  • Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to physicians.
  • Educated patients and families on health management and recovery strategies.
  • Maintained safe environment for patients by rigorously adhering to infection control policies and procedures, reducing infection risks.
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks while remaining adaptable and flexible.
  • Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
  • Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.

TICU RN

CPMC
San Francisco, CA
05.2017 - 12.2022

Managed multiple tasks while adapting to changing priorities and ensuring patient care standards.

  • Responded quickly to meet patient needs and resolve problems.
  • Engaged with coworkers to efficiently achieve task completion and foster teamwork.
  • Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes.

TCU RN

VAMC
San Francisco, CA
01.2017 - 12.2022
  • Reported symptoms, condition changes, and vital signs to primary care doctors, ensuring timely interventions for patient care.
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
  • Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to identify care needs and inform treatment planning.
  • Conducted patient assessments, prioritizing data collection based on patient conditions.
  • Maintained accurate records and charts for medications and treatments, supporting compliance with policies and enhancing patient safety.
  • Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.

Telemetry Registered Nurse

CPMC
San Francisco, CA
08.2006 - 05.2015
  • Provided direct patient care utilizing telemetry monitoring systems to detect and alert changes in patients' vital signs.
  • Ordered, interpreted, and evaluated diagnostic tests to accurately assess patients' conditions, ensuring timely and appropriate interventions.
  • Successfully completed 12-lead electrocardiogram recordings according to established protocols.
  • Utilized the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.
  • Educated patients on cardiac health issues, risk factors, and lifestyle modifications to empower informed decisions regarding their treatment.
  • Provided emotional support to families during critical times, addressing their concerns promptly to alleviate anxiety and enhance patient care.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources and community agencies for further assistance.

Ambulatory Care Day Surgery

Tawam Hospital, Ministry of Health-Al Ain
Al Ain , ABUDHABI, UAE
01.2001 - 01.2003
  • Executed daily tasks with precision and efficiency.
  • Generated innovative ideas to improve team performance and outcomes.
  • Collaborated effectively with diverse coworkers to achieve goals and resolve product-related issues.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to meet service objectives efficiently.
  • Surpassed customer satisfaction by devising creative problem-solving strategies.
  • Fostered a collaborative environment through support and guidance to colleagues.
  • Applied advanced technical skills to troubleshoot complex issues and implement effective solutions.

Med-Surg RN

Prince Fahd Bin Sultan Hospital
San Francisco, CA
12.1997 - 12.2000
  • Reported symptoms, condition changes, and vital signs to primary care physicians and families to ensure timely interventions.
  • Maintained accurate medication and treatment records in compliance with policies and physician orders to support patient safety.
  • Performed ongoing patient assessments, notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings.
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' physical, mental, and emotional status to inform personalized care plans.
  • Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
  • Conducted patient assessment, prioritizing data collection based on patient condition or needs.

Hemodialysis RN

King Khaled Hospital
Tabuk, K.S.A
04.1995 - 10.1997
  • Reported symptoms, condition changes, and vital signs to enhance communication among primary care doctors, patients, and families.
  • Kept accurate records and charts related to medications and treatments according to policies, procedures, and physician orders.
  • Conducted ongoing patient assessments, promptly notifying supervising clinician of abnormal findings to ensure timely interventions.
  • Taught patients and significant others to manage illness or injury by explaining post-treatment home care needs.
  • Attended educational workshops and reviewed professional publications to maintain competency in nursing specialty.
  • Identified potential risks or complications related to assigned interventions and treatments, contributing to patient safety and care quality.

Registered Nurse Trainee and Private Duty Nurse

Veterans Memorial Medical Center
Quizon City, Manila,Philippines
08.1993 - 08.1995
  • Assisted nursing staff with daily patient care tasks and activities.
  • Administered medications under supervision of registered nurses.
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team.
  • Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
  • Coordinated communication between healthcare providers regarding patient status updates.
  • Instructed family members about proper home health care techniques following discharge from hospital setting.
  • Performed wound care such as dressing changes according to established protocols.
  • Participated in continuing education programs designed to enhance professional growth opportunities.
  • Provided education to patients on disease processes, medications, treatments, diet restrictions and lifestyle changes.
  • Developed individualized plans of care based upon assessment data obtained from the patient's medical record and physical examination findings.

Education

BSN - Nursing

Remedios Romualdez Medical Foundation
Tacloban City, Leyte, Philippines
04-1992

High School Diploma -

Divine Word University
Tacloban
03-1987

Skills

  • Case management
  • Discharge planning
  • Care planning
  • Patient assessments
  • Patient monitoring
  • Patient education
  • Clinical judgment
  • Acute care expertise
  • Palliative management
  • Inpatient and outpatient care
  • Geriatric care
  • Basic life support
  • Medical screening
  • Quality improvement
  • Health promotion
  • Discharge management
  • Material development
  • Compassion and empathy
  • Privacy maintenance
  • Patient monitoring
  • Inpatient and outpatient care

Certification

California Registered Nurse, 680960, 02/01/26

References

References available upon request

Degree

BSN, RN

Timeline

Case Management RN

MPMC
03.2024 - 06.2024

TICU RN

CPMC
01.2023 - 03.2024

TICU RN

CPMC
05.2017 - 12.2022

TCU RN

VAMC
01.2017 - 12.2022

Telemetry Registered Nurse

CPMC
08.2006 - 05.2015

Ambulatory Care Day Surgery

Tawam Hospital, Ministry of Health-Al Ain
01.2001 - 01.2003

Med-Surg RN

Prince Fahd Bin Sultan Hospital
12.1997 - 12.2000

Hemodialysis RN

King Khaled Hospital
04.1995 - 10.1997

Registered Nurse Trainee and Private Duty Nurse

Veterans Memorial Medical Center
08.1993 - 08.1995

BSN - Nursing

Remedios Romualdez Medical Foundation

High School Diploma -

Divine Word University
Ceferina Llave Engel