CRISEL FRANCISCO
KATY,Texas
Summary
Compassionate IMU Case Nurse with 18 years of experience tending to facility's most indigent patients. Cares for patients throughout treatment and recovery, meeting needs and promoting awareness and resolution of conditions. Devoted healthcare professional supporting total health. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
IMU CHARGE NURSE
HOUSTON METHODIST WEST
Houston, Texas
01.2016 - Current
- Monitored and documented vital signs, laboratory values, physical assessments, cardiac rhythms and medication administration.
- Performed daily assessments of all IMU patients, evaluated patient's response to treatments and developed individualized plans of care.
- Provided direct patient care within scope of practice and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care services across the continuum.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives such as falls prevention, infection control, restraint reduction, pain management and discharge planning.
- Instructed new nurses on proper techniques when caring for critically ill patients in the IMU setting.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Houston Methodist WILLOWBROOK
Willowbrook, Texas
10.2014 - 01.2016
- Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative patients.
- Monitored vital signs, blood pressure, and pulse rate during surgery.
- Maintained aseptic technique throughout the procedure.
- Administered medications as ordered by physician.
- Ensured proper functioning of all medical equipment used in the OR.
- Assisted surgeons with instruments and other supplies during operations.
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
MIAMI, FL
08.2012 - 10.2014
- Assisted in the preparation of operating room and patient for surgical procedures.
- Provided direct nursing care to pre-operative, intra-operative and post-operative patients.
- Monitored vital signs, blood pressure, and pulse rate during surgery.
- Evaluated patient's physical condition before, during and after surgery.
- Provided emotional support to patients undergoing surgery or invasive procedures.
- Conducted pre-surgery assessments on assigned patients prior to their admission into the OR.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
MED-SURG NURSE
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
MIAMI, FL
12.2006 - 08.2012
- Performed physical assessments including height and weight measurements and blood draws as needed.
- Monitored vital signs, assessed patient condition and notified physicians of any changes or concerns.
- Instructed patients and families on disease processes, medications and self-care techniques.
- Collaborated with other health care team members to facilitate quality patient care.
- Performed wound care, medication administration and IV therapy according to physician orders.
- Ensured proper documentation of all nursing interventions in the electronic medical record system.
- Managed post-operative pain control measures for surgical patients utilizing pharmacological agents.
- Provided emotional support and encouragement to patients and their families during times of distress.
- Participated in multidisciplinary rounds to discuss treatment plans for complex cases.
- Maintained a safe environment by following infection control policies and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY
ZAMBONGA CITY, PHILIPPINES03-1998
Skills
- Supervision
- Musculoskeletal Assessment
- Quality Improvement
- Emergency Management
Certification
- REGISTERED NURSE
- ACLS CERTIFIED
- BLS CERTIFIED
- CV-RN CERTIFIED
Timeline
IMU CHARGE NURSE
HOUSTON METHODIST WEST
01.2016 - Current
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Houston Methodist WILLOWBROOK
10.2014 - 01.2016
Circulating Nurse, Operating Room
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
08.2012 - 10.2014
MED-SURG NURSE
Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida
12.2006 - 08.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
WESTERN MINDANAO STATE UNIVERSITY
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