CHRISTOPHER AQUINO DIAZ
Manvel,TX
Summary
Registered Nurse with 17 years of experience in a tertiary hospital setting particularly in Medical Oncology, Medical- Surgical Units, Post ICU patients and Surgical ICU patients.
Adept at providing compassionate patient care and managing complex cases in fast-paced environments. Demonstrated expertise in medical oncology, administering chemotherapy, wound care and pre and post-operative recovery, leveraging critical thinking and teamwork to enhance patient outcomes.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor St Luke's Medical Center , Medical Oncology
04.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical Unit (Gastroenterology- Genitourinary)
CoxHealth Medical Center South
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Company Overview: Cox Medical Center South is the largest facility and main campus operated by CoxHealth. The full-service hospital features 563 beds and houses the main service lines of the system. It includes a Level 1 Trauma Center, Level 1 STEMI Center, and Level 1 Stroke Center. The Hulston Cancer Center and Wheeler Heart and Vascular Center . The Turner Center is a women and children specialty outpatient center connected to Cox South. The Jared Neuro Science Center and The Dee Ann White Women's and Children's hospital
- Cases Handled: Bariatric Surgery, Cholecystectomy, patients with colostomies, ileostomies, urostomies. All cases of Gastroenterology and genitourinary cases. Pre and post op patients. Handled patients on telemetry.
Patient Safety Assistant (PSA)
CoxHealth South
11.2021 - 07.2022
- Involved with maintaining the safety for assigned patients through continuous observation and surveillance. Communicates with the Registered Nurse and patient care team to ensure a safe environment for medical patients requiring constant observation. Completes duties as assigned under the direct supervision of the RN.
SENIOR STAFF NURSE, Medical Oncology Ward and Day Care Unit
Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre (PJSC)
03.2012 - 03.2021
- Company Overview: Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre is an institution responsible for providing comprehensive check-ups, consultations, and treating patients with cancers, stroke, and other neurological problems using the latest technology, evidence-based treatment, healthy supporting lifestyle advice, and outstanding rehabilitative programs. With a 198-bed capacity
- Cases Handled: Breast Cancer, Hodgkin’s/Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Colorectal Cancer, Melanoma, Lung Cancer, Prostate Cancer, Ovarian Cancer, Cervical Cancer, Pineal Tumor, Brain Cancer, Germ Cell Tumor, Leukemia, Bladder Cancer, Bone Cancer, Peripheral Nerve sheath tumor, Meningioma, Multiple Myeloma, Glioma, Brain tumors, Nasopharyngeal Cancer, Osteosarcoma, Pancreatic Cancer, Sarcoma, Testicular Cancer, Thymoma, Thyroid Cancer, Neuro-Endocrine Cancer, Oncologic Emergencies (Tumor Lysis Syndrome, Neutropenia, Cardiac Tamponade, Superior Vena Cava Syndrome, Spinal Cord Compression, DIC, Septic Shock, Anaphylaxis). Care of patients with acute and chronic pain.
SENIOR STAFF NURSE, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Quirino Memorial Medical Center
12.2009 - 08.2011
- Company Overview: Quirino Memorial Medical Center, more popularly known as "Labor Hospital." Is a not-for-profit institution, QMMC is wholly owned by the government of the Philippines and the flagship hospital of the Department of Health. Quirino Memorial Medical Center offers a comprehensive range of medical specialties and services, helmed by a highly experienced and skilled team of healthcare professionals who consistently deliver excellent health outcomes and care for patients.
- Unit Area: (SICU) Surgical Intensive Care unit
- DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assesses, utilizing age specific data, the patient’s physical, psychosocial, and spiritual status in a comprehensive manner
- Demonstrates accurate assessment skills, appropriate to the age of the patient, based on scientific facts and principles
- Performs initial assessment and completes required documentation within organizational standards
- Performs and documents ongoing assessments including observation, physical examination, laboratory/test results, and patient response to procedural intervention
- Participates in the identification and clarification of patient needs, as evidenced by participation in multidisciplinary care planning, to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Assists other staff in the delivery of patient care, as appropriate
- Incorporates patient teaching/discharge planning to promote optimal patient outcomes
- Coordinates and documents appropriate discharge planning and referrals to ensure continuity of care after discharge.
- Cases Handled:
- All critically ill patients who require surgery or are recovering from surgery. People treated at the SICU have a variety of conditions. For example, patients may be monitored in the SICU following:
- Complex surgery after serious injury, such as a motor vehicle accident or other trauma
- Organ transplantation
- Acute surgical illness such as a burst appendix or strangulated hernia
- Neurosurgery to relieve intracranial pressure
- Experiencing shock, cardiac arrest or sepsis
STAFF NURSE, Medical Surgical Unit
Immaculate Heart of Mary Hospital (Island of Catanduanes) Inc.
09.2007 - 02.2009
- Company Overview: Is a multispecialty secondary private hospital in Virac, Catanduanes, Philippines.
- Unit Area: Medical-Surgical unit
- DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
- Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients.
- Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications.
- Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs.
- Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements.
- Monitoring patients’ vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
- Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
- Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
- Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records.
- Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols.
Education
Bachelor Science - Nursing
SOUTHEAST ASIAN COLLEGE (Formerly UDMC)
04.2006
High school - undefined
O.B. Montessori Center Inc. (OBMC)
Elementary - undefined
O.B. Montessori Center Inc. (OBMC)
Bachelor Science - Pharmacy
UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS (UST)
01.2003
Skills
- Assesses patient values, preferences, decisional capacity, and expressed needs as part of ongoing assessment, clinical interview, implementation of care plan, and evaluation of care
- Exhibits effective leadership on day-to-day basis, being a team leader and bedside nurse Provides the highest quality of care, finishes the tasks on time without compromising patient’s welfare
- Handles difficult situations with confidence and pride
- Demonstrates cognitive, affective, and psychomotor nursing skills when delivering patient care
- Provides patient-centered care with sensitivity and respect for the diversity of human experience Initiates treatment to relieve pain and suffering in light of patient values, preferences, and expressed needs
- Collaborate with other professional disciplines to ensure effective patient care delivery and the achievements of desired patient outcomes
- Critical thinking
- Compassionate and caring
- Clinical judgment
Certification
- Registered Nurse, State of Texas, United States of America
- License Number: 1154093
- Validity Period: July 12, 2024-January 31, 2026
- Registered Nurse, United States of America, State of Missouri
- License Number: 2022030930
- Validity Period: August 04,2022 – April 30, 2027
LNGG
English, Tagalog, Bahasa Malayu
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Baylor St Luke's Medical Center , Medical Oncology
04.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse- Medical Surgical Unit (Gastroenterology- Genitourinary)
CoxHealth Medical Center South
09.2022 - 02.2024
Patient Safety Assistant (PSA)
CoxHealth South
11.2021 - 07.2022
SENIOR STAFF NURSE, Medical Oncology Ward and Day Care Unit
Pantai Jerudong Specialist Centre (PJSC)
03.2012 - 03.2021
SENIOR STAFF NURSE, Surgical Intensive Care Unit
Quirino Memorial Medical Center
12.2009 - 08.2011
STAFF NURSE, Medical Surgical Unit
Immaculate Heart of Mary Hospital (Island of Catanduanes) Inc.
09.2007 - 02.2009
High school - undefined
O.B. Montessori Center Inc. (OBMC)
Elementary - undefined
O.B. Montessori Center Inc. (OBMC)
Bachelor Science - Pharmacy
UNIVERSITY OF SANTO TOMAS (UST)
Bachelor Science - Nursing
SOUTHEAST ASIAN COLLEGE (Formerly UDMC)
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