Desiree Cuajao

• Geriatric Nurse
  Consulted and coordinated with health care
  team to assess, plan, implement and evaluate
  patient care plans.
• Prepared, administered and recorded prescribed
  medications and reported adverse reactions to
  medications or treatments in accordance with
  policy.
  Assisted patients with dressing, eating and
  bathing and encouraged patients to perform
  basic needs independently to promote self-
  esteem.
  Closely monitored acute conditions related to
  falls and accidents, as well as chronic conditions,
  such as arthritis and COPD.
  Educated patients on such topics as nutrition and
  medication side effects.
  Promoted kind, compassionate environment,
  utilizing active listening and effective
  communication skills for elderly patients and
  caregivers.
  Recognized and managed geriatric syndromes
  common to older adults and aided physician
  during examination and treatment of patient.
  Anticipated needs of aging adults and worked
  closely with multidisciplinary team to provide
  individualized care to elderly patients.
  Evaluated, implemented and designed tailored
  health care plans specific to patient needs and
  concerns.
  Documented nursing services provided and
  uploaded to comprehensive tracking systems for
  health records and billing. Helped patients eat and drink when necessary for
  safe consumption of food consistent with
  recovery guidelines.
  Remained calm during high-stress, critical
  situations, demonstrating sustained focus and
  problem-solving in real-tim
• Followed proper procedure for installation and removal of catheters and IV lines.
• Assisted patients in performance of routine
  recovery and mobility exercises, providing
  support when getting in and out of bed as well as walking and stretching.

Recorded vital signs, monitored changes and

communicated to physicians immediately.

Demonstrated and instructed patients and family

members on proper protocols for home

maintenance and care after discharge.