CLARIZZA ABAC
El Granada,CA
Summary
Accomplished registered nurse with several years of expertise in emergency services, patient care and team leadership. Passionate about driving positive outcomes for diverse patient groups. Dedicated to enhancing quality of care and patient outcomes. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
6
6
Certifications
Work History
Charge Nurse Mother/Baby/RN III Mother/Baby Nurse/NICU Volunteer
Regional Medical Center
San Jose, California
10.2025 - Current
- Assessed and implemented individualized nursing care plans for assigned patients.
- Monitored vital signs, administered medications, and supported medical procedures.
- Educated patients and families on self-management, prevention, and wellness strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and evaluate treatment plans.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records and documented patient progress efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols to provide safe patient environments.
- Facilitated effective communication among healthcare professionals to enhance care continuity.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to optimize departmental operations.
- Care for postpartum mothers (PIH, Post Mag, post-partum hemorrhage) and newborns (late preterm, SGA, LGA, IUGR, newborn from GDM mothers and babies positive for substance abuse. Qualified to work in pediatrics (certified pediatric nurse) 0-18 yrs old. Qualified to work in NICU and nursery. Take care of preemies, feeder/grower, with a PICC line, with a UVC, and on IV antibiotics and TPN.
Charge Nurse Pediatrics/Mother/Baby/RN III Mother/Baby Nurse/NICU Nurse
O'Connor Hospital
San Jose, CA
04.2005 - 10.2025
- Administered medications and monitored responses in both mother and baby.
- Provided comprehensive newborn assessments and care to ensure healthy development.
- Educated new parents on infant care practices and breastfeeding techniques.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Facilitated open communication between patients, families, and healthcare team to ensure understanding of care plans and address concerns.
- Provided guidance and resources to families to enhance understanding of newborn care and development.
- Facilitated community outreach programs designed to promote healthy pregnancies and parenting education.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Trained and mentored junior nurses on best practices in maternal-newborn care.
- Renders professional nursing care to patients of age specific age groups (neonates, pediatrics adolescents and adults) within the assigned unit of the hospital. Provides nursing care that utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the total care needs of the patient population from admission to discharge. Charge nurse in pediatrics, ensuring that the unit runs efficiently and according to standards and regulations. Supervising and guiding other nurses in their work. Qualified to work in NICU and nursery. Take care of preemies, feeder/ grower, with PICC line, with UVC and on IV antibiotic and TPN.
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
El Camino Hospital
Mountain View, California
01.2005 - 06.2020
- Monitored patient vitals and reported changes to healthcare team for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians, ensuring adherence.
- Evaluated and documented symptoms, reactions, and progress of residents consistently.
- Observed strict safety protocols, verifying medication dosages prior to administration.
- Educated patients and families on effective medication management and treatment adherence.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to formulate individualized patient care plans.
- Facilitated communication among team members to enhance continuity of care and services.
- Evaluated effectiveness of care strategies through ongoing observation and reporting.
- Assisted in the management of cardiac telemetry equipment for continuous monitoring.
- Conducted assessments to identify patient needs and respond appropriately.
- Provided emotional support and reassurance to patients during recovery processes.
- Documented patient progress and care interventions in electronic health records.
- Educated patients about their condition and disease process and post-discharge care instructions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of cardiac pathophysiology through competent performance of nursing skills related to cardiovascular assessments and interventions.
- Provided continuous monitoring of patient's vital signs and cardiac rhythms.
- Assessed, monitored, and documented patients' progress in the medical record.
- Utilized evidence-based practice standards when making clinical decisions regarding patient assessment and care planning activities.
- Collaborated with physicians to develop individualized plans of care that met patients' needs.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Recognized early signs and symptoms of possible complications related to cardiac conditions or treatments and reported them immediately to physician team members.
- Initiated emergency life-saving measures as needed according to ACLS protocol guidelines.
- Developed collaborative relationships with multidisciplinary teams including physicians, pharmacists, respiratory therapists.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds on assigned unit.
- Assisted with insertion and management of central venous catheters, arterial lines, chest tubes, and other invasive devices.
- Performed nursing care to acutely ill adult patients with cardiac diagnoses such as myocardial infarction, congestive heart failure, cardiomyopathy and arrhythmias.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
ICU Nurse
Valley Plaza Community Hospital
Perris, California
03.2004 - 01.2005
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders in critical care settings.
- Monitored vital signs and patient status using advanced monitoring equipment.
- Assisted in emergency procedures, ensuring rapid response to patient needs.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health record systems.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain a sterile environment for patients.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICU operations.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
RN, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Menifee Valley Medical Center
Sun City, California
02.2003 - 01.2005
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient care plans.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
- Assisted in wound care, dressing changes, and other nursing procedures.
- Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records.
- Participated in training new nursing staff on best practices and protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
- Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
- Monitored patient vital signs using telemetry equipment and alert systems.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Assisted in training new nursing staff on telemetry protocols.
Charge Nurse
Sun City Convalescent Center
Sun City, California
12.2002 - 09.2003
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Directed unit staff and promoted quality care for diverse patients.
- Fostered a collaborative environment by encouraging open communication and teamwork among nursing staff.
- Facilitated clear and timely communication among team members to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.
- Educated patients, caregivers and families on diagnoses, treatment and disease prevention.
- Provided direct patient care, including assessments and treatments, to a variety of patients.
- Conducted daily rounds to assess patient conditions, evaluate progress towards goals, and document changes in status or plan of care as needed.
- Coordinated communication between physicians and other healthcare professionals regarding patient care.
- Responded quickly to emergent situations such as cardiac arrest or respiratory distress.
- Supervised nursing staff and coordinated patient care activities on the unit.
- Supervised Licensed Practical Nurses and Certified Nursing Assistants.
- Collaborated with other departments such as pharmacy, laboratory services, physical therapy, to ensure proper delivery of services.
Clinical Charge Nurse/Medicare ward
Vermilion Manor Nursing Home
Danville, Illinois
10.2001 - 11.2002
- Supervised nursing staff in daily patient care activities.
- Managed medication administration and ensured compliance with protocols.
- Trained new nurses on best practices and facility procedures.
- Monitored patient conditions and reported changes to physicians promptly.
- Implemented infection control measures in accordance with health regulations.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Partnered with organizational and unit leaders to devise QA/QI initiatives, continuously improving delivery of care, patient outcomes and overall services.
- Actively participated in performance improvement projects aimed at increasing efficiency within the unit or hospital system.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions and implemented changes as needed.
- Performed direct patient care activities such as assessments, treatments, specimen collection, medication administration.
- Provided clinical leadership and oversight to nursing staff, including delegating tasks and evaluating performance.
- Implemented strategies designed to increase job satisfaction among nursing staff while maintaining high levels of quality care delivery.
- Attended conferences and seminars related to current trends in nursing practice or professional development topics.
- Monitored regulatory compliance related to safety protocols, infection control practices, medication management systems.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary rounds and communicated changes in care plans to all members of the healthcare team.
- Educated patients and family members about preventive health care and recovery.
- Administered medications and treatments to residents per doctors' orders or CRNP orders.
- Led patient care conferences, advocating for patient needs and care preferences.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing patient safety and healthcare delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of diseases within the healthcare facility.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Sultan Qaboos Hospital Salalah
Salalah, Sultanate Of Oman
06.1999 - 08.2001
- Working in this Muslim country, I was assigned as charge nurse to an exclusively male unit, which covers telemetry, medical, surgical, and EENT units. Renders professional nursing care to this specific group within the assigned unit of the hospital and supports medical care as directed by the medical staff and pursuant to the objectives and policies of the hospital.
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies and standards of practice in the clinical setting.
Clinical Charge Nurse
Cebu Doctors' University
Cebu City, Philippines
01.1993 - 06.1999
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure high-quality patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control protocols to maintain patient safety standards.
- Managed medication administration and tracked patient responses effectively.
- Advised, coached and mentored experienced and student nurses on medical issues, crisis management, and appropriate nursing interventions.
- Performed direct patient care activities such as assessments, treatments, specimen collection, medication administration.
- Provide nursing care that uses the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate the total care needs of the patient population from admission to discharge.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Carlos
Cebu City, Philippines04-1991
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Electronic health record management
- Infection control
- Multidisciplinary collaboration
- Care coordination
- Electronic health record documentation
- Infection control protocols
- Emotional support
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Patient care
- Clinical instruction
- Compassionate and patient
- Verbal and written communication
- Staff supervision
- Patient assessments
- Licensed RN
- Training and development
- Patient management
Certification
Registered Nurse- California Board of Nursing
Timeline
Charge Nurse Mother/Baby/RN III Mother/Baby Nurse/NICU Volunteer
Regional Medical Center
10.2025 - Current
Charge Nurse Pediatrics/Mother/Baby/RN III Mother/Baby Nurse/NICU Nurse
O'Connor Hospital
04.2005 - 10.2025
Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
El Camino Hospital
01.2005 - 06.2020
ICU Nurse
Valley Plaza Community Hospital
03.2004 - 01.2005
RN, Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Menifee Valley Medical Center
02.2003 - 01.2005
Charge Nurse
Sun City Convalescent Center
12.2002 - 09.2003
Clinical Charge Nurse/Medicare ward
Vermilion Manor Nursing Home
10.2001 - 11.2002
Medical Surgical Charge Nurse
Sultan Qaboos Hospital Salalah
06.1999 - 08.2001
Clinical Charge Nurse
Cebu Doctors' University
01.1993 - 06.1999
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of San Carlos