been blessed with singing talent which can help with patient and family anxiety alleviation Can exert positive hospital stay experience
Chester Fernandez
Clovis,CA
Summary
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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU
Ogrady Peyton International
01.2024 - Current
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering central catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and EVD.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses involving neurological deficits.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Registered Nurse Respiratory ICU
Ogrady Peyton International
10.2022 - 12.2023
- Oversaw various aspects of telemetry by administering central catheters and arterials, vasoactive drugs, titration, thrombolytic therapy, dysrhythmia interpretation and chest tubes management.
- Trained to manage pulmonary hypertension with administration of IV Veletri and Remodulin pump use.
- Assessed and managed various patient treatments for numerous patient diagnoses from sepsis to acute respiratory failure.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Staff Nurse - General ICU
North Tees Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Provided high level of quality care for each and every patient in 18-bed adult ICU unit.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- CRRT trained and management.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Worked with intubated and ventilated patients, monitoring and reporting on conditions to maintain stats within optimal levels.
- Medical recordkeeping
Staff Nurse Anesthetic and PACU
North Tees Hospital
04.2014 - 01.2020
- Assisted providers in initiating anesthesia and airway management for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Able to assist up to 10-15 cases per day depending on procedure.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patients' pain levels, implementing correct dosage of medication to alleviate discomfort and timely transfer to floor
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Staff Nurse Operating Room
North Tees Hospital
02.2010 - 04.2014
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Utilized sterile techniques and infection-control guidelines to maintain clean and safe environment.
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
Staff Nurse
Dr. Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
01.2008 - 02.2010
- ED, Med-Surgical, Pediatric, OR, Labor and Delivery experience.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Precepted student nurses and oriented new hires, providing guidance and mentorship when teaching on hospital policies, emergency procedures, and nursing best practices.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Coordinated patient discharge planning to provide post-discharge patient care, promoting healing and recovery.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Quezon City, Philippines04-2006
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The City of Manila
Manila, Philippines03-2003
Skills
- ACLS and BLS certified
- NIHSS trained and certified
- Nursing staff leadership
- Patient Assessment certified
- Ventilator support / Critical Care
- CRRT trained and management
- Management of high risk medications in ICU
- External Ventricular Drain management
- Organ donation care of patient
- Epic Management /Medical recordkeeping
- Emergency response
- Strong Clinical Judgement
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Organize, systematic, flexible and confident
Interests
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Neuro ICU
Ogrady Peyton International
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Respiratory ICU
Ogrady Peyton International
10.2022 - 12.2023
Staff Nurse - General ICU
North Tees Hospital
01.2020 - 08.2022
Staff Nurse Anesthetic and PACU
North Tees Hospital
04.2014 - 01.2020
Staff Nurse Operating Room
North Tees Hospital
02.2010 - 04.2014
Staff Nurse
Dr. Fe Del Mundo Medical Center
01.2008 - 02.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The City of Manila
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