DIANE GALE ALICUDO

• Monitored patients' vital signs, fluid balance, and dialysis therapy responses consistently.
• Ensured optimal equipment functionality, making necessary adjustments during treatments.
• Provided specialized nursing care for patients undergoing acute dialysis treatment.
• Performed hemodialysis procedures utilizing various dialysis machines effectively.
• Educated patients and families on dialysis processes, self-care techniques, and dietary guidelines.
• Collaborated with nephrologists to modify treatment parameters based on lab results.

Pre-operative

• Delivered comprehensive pre-operative care, prioritizing patient safety and comfort prior to surgery.
• Assessed medical histories, allergies, and current medications to identify risks or complications.
• Collaborated with surgical teams to create individualized care plans for each patient.
• Administered prescribed medications and monitored vital signs during the pre-operative phase.
• Educated patients and families on surgical processes, post-operative expectations, and recovery guidelines.
• Maintained accurate documentation of pre-operative assessments, interventions, and responses.

Intra-operative

• Provided direct patient care in operating rooms, ensuring sterile environments during procedures.
• Assisted surgeons by passing instruments, sutures, and supplies as required.

Post-operative

• Monitored vital signs, assessed pain levels, and administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
• Assisted in the recovery of patients from anesthesia, closely monitoring their respiratory status, and overall condition.
• Implemented evidence-based practices to prevent complications, such as infections or deep vein thrombosis (DVT).
• Educate patients and their families about post-operative care instructions and potential side effects of medications.
• Utilized critical thinking skills to quickly assess changes in patient conditions.

• Assisted in emergency situations by providing immediate medical interventions and coordinating with other healthcare professionals.
• Performed comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status, documenting findings accurately.
• Administered treatments and procedures as ordered by physicians, ensuring adherence to established protocols.
• Administered blood transfusions according to physician orders while adhering strictly to safety protocols.
• Collaborated with pharmacy staff to verify medication orders accuracy and resolve any discrepancies or issues promptly.
• Monitored patient progress closely, identifying any changes in condition or potential complications.
• Responded promptly to call lights or alarms from patients requiring assistance or urgent medical attention.
• Participated in interdisciplinary rounds, contributing valuable insights and recommendations for patient care plans.
• Coordinated discharge planning activities for patients transitioning from hospital to home or other healthcare facilities.
• Collaborated with social workers and case managers to coordinate post-hospital care for patients requiring additional support.

• Administered medications, monitored vital signs, and assisted with daily activities for patients.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to create and implement personalized care plans.
• Accurately documented patient information in electronic health records within required timeframes.

• Prioritized multiple patient assignments in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely care delivery.
• Maintained accurate documentation of nursing interventions, medications, and patient responses.
• Ensured strict compliance with infection control protocols to mitigate infection risks.

• Making the CNA’s daily patient assignments and other paper works.
• Directing patients, physicians, and visitors to appropriate rooms, activities, and other hospital areas.
• Answering calls, queries, taking messages, and informing department staff of request, as required.
• Creating and maintaining patient charts during SNF stay.
• Filing and organizing patient records.
• Notifying Admitting Office of changes in census.

• Assisted daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
• Conducted patient health checks and communicated observations of patients' conditions to medical staff.
• Responded to call lights and completed frequent rounds to meet patients' needs.

• Assisted with planning and coordination of activities and outings based on individual needs.
• Aided with mobility and independence for disabled individuals and continually monitored safety.
• Accompanied or transported clients to appointments, errands and social activities.

• Provided direct care to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, fostering activities of daily living.
• Reported changes in client condition to administrators, facilitating nursing intervention.
• Documented current patient information to update vital signs, behaviors and eating habits.