Coralie More
Oxnard,CA
Summary
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
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse II
DaVita
Ventura, CA
05.2008 - Current
- Supervises and performs direct patient care including but not limited to taking/monitoring vital signs, initiation and termination of dialysis, documentation, physical assessment of patients and patient treatments, taking and transcription of physician's order, drawing and documentation of ordered laboratory work, training patient and/or care partner to perform dialysis at home, and perform home evaluations as required.
- Assesses patient and family readiness to learn and provides appropriate information on renal disease, prescribed dialysis treatment, medical regimen and its impact on the patient's state of health and well-being while creating a training plan utilizing Davita education programs. Independent and proactive collaboration with IDT for new and ongoing patient education. Participates in the development and implementation of the patient's short- and long-term plan of care and monthly progress notes.
- Analyzes patient assessments, laboratory data and, when concerns are noted, brings issues to the attention of the physician and the IDT.
- Communicates all emergencies, patient life-threatening complications and related incidents to supervisor, Medical Director, Regional Operations Director, Facility Administrator. Notes signs of trauma, patient's general physical and mental condition, reviews dialysis orders, documents observations in patient medical records.
- Provides peritoneal dialysis therapy within the scope of practice and according to plan of care; recommends a dialysis plan for ultrafiltration; complies with all safety measures, monitors patient vital signs applicable to ESKD patients, administers medications per physician instruction if allowed by state agencies, documents activity appropriately.
- Seeks to facilitate growth of home program and leverages tools and resources for effective program management. Is a resource for a new RNs and other teammates. Participates in the preparation of the FHR tool and participate in the FHM meetings as directed by leadership. Meets qualification for Charge Nurse.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls. And monitor patient's at home using Davita telehealth platform to identify needs or answer patient concerns.
Registered Nurse Intermittent Volunteer
Carigara District Hospital
Carigara Leyte, Philippines
04.1994 - 10.2006
- Instructed patients on proper self-care techniques at home following discharge from the hospital.
- Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
- Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Academic & Clinical Instructor
Mediserve Technical & Career Institute
Tacloban City, Philippines
06.1994 - 03.1997
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient care during clinical rotations.
- Communicated students' individual and group performance to lead faculty.
- Taught students how to intervene in medical emergencies and how to perform head to toe assessments.
- Conducted evaluations of student performance, provided feedback and guidance on areas of improvement.
- Relayed feedback on clinical settings' effectiveness in enabling students reach course and program goals.
- Initiated new learning methods to ensure total student comprehension while maximizing learning time.
- Delegated patient assignments to students based on individual learning needs and patient assessments.
- Created individualized learning plans tailored to each student's needs.
- Assessed student competency levels through direct observation in the hospital setting.
- Managed daily operations by delivering laboratory instruction, curriculum implementation, student advisement and continuous improvement of industry best practices.
- Participated in departmental meetings regarding changes or updates to existing policies or procedures.
- Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students utilizing instructional techniques, hands-on activities and laboratory curriculum.
- Partnered with other instructors to share best practices for optimized student learning.
- Frequently provided educational lectures to students.
- Encouraged active participation from all students during class discussions and activities.
- Developed and implemented clinical teaching strategies to provide students with hands-on experience in patient care.
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Carigara District Hospital
Carigara, Leyte, Philippines
01.1993 - 03.1994
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Educated patients on preventive health care and nutrition.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
- Managed intravenous therapy including medication administration and fluid balance monitoring.
- Developed nursing plans of care in collaboration with other healthcare professionals.
- Evaluated nursing interventions for effectiveness and modified as needed.
- Monitored patient progress throughout treatment plan.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Assisted physicians in minor surgeries or procedures.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Documented all aspects of patient care according to established protocols.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations while providing appropriate life-saving measures.
- Conducted physical exams for diagnosis and assessment of patient condition.
- Administered medications as prescribed by physician orders.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Assisted with patient intake and medical records management.
Education
Masters in Management With Units -
Leyte Normal University
Tacloban City, Philippines01-1995
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University
Tacloban City, Philippines03-1992
High School Diploma -
Leyte National High School
Tacloban City, Philippines03-1988
Skills
- Mobility Assistance
- ADL Assistance
- Supply Restocking
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Infectious Disease Control
- Chart Updating
- Data Collection
- Emergency Response
- Case Management
- Care Planning
- Medical Assessment
- Appointment Scheduling
- Electronic Health Records Management
- Chronic Disease Management
- Diabetes Management
- Patient Management
- EMR Systems
- Licensed RN
- Family Education
- Patient Assessments
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Taking Vitals
- Patient Counseling
- Intake and Discharge
- Patient Care
- Medical Screening
- Patient Education and Counseling
- Medication Administration
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- Patient Assessment
- Patient Evaluation
- Managing Deadlines
- Patient Check-Ins
- Disease Management Programs
- Body Mechanics Knowledge
- Patient Care Planning
- Procedure Preparations
- Medical Records Management
- Patient Discharge
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Patient and Family Advocacy
- Direct and Indirect Patient Care
- Relationship Building
- SBAR Communication
Accomplishments
- Davita Core Value Award - Service Excellence
Languages
English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional
Certification
- California Board of Registered Nursing - Registered Nurse since 2007
Timeline
Registered Nurse II
DaVita
05.2008 - Current
Academic & Clinical Instructor
Mediserve Technical & Career Institute
06.1994 - 03.1997
Registered Nurse Intermittent Volunteer
Carigara District Hospital
04.1994 - 10.2006
Registered Nurse Volunteer
Carigara District Hospital
01.1993 - 03.1994
Masters in Management With Units -
Leyte Normal University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Divine Word University
High School Diploma -
Leyte National High School
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