Edna Tomas
Salinas,CA
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with proven expertise at Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula, skilled in medication administration and patient assessments. Enhanced patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and strong clinical judgment. Committed to fostering a supportive environment while mentoring new staff, ensuring high-quality care and patient satisfaction.
Overview
2005
2005
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
License Vocational Nurse
Sunbridge Care Center
04.2000 - 04.2004
- Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels.
- Prevented medication errors by meticulously reviewing physician orders and administering medications as prescribed.
- Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
- Cared for wounds, provided treatments, and assisted with procedures.
Caregiver
Shutin Johnson Homecare
01.1997 - 04.1998
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
Education
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Unironically of The Assumption
Pampanga, Philippines 03.1994
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Geriatric nursing
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Diabetes management
- Procedure preparations
- Staff supervision
- Treatment Planning
- Palliative care awareness
Timeline
License Vocational Nurse
Sunbridge Care Center
04.2000 - 04.2004
Caregiver
Shutin Johnson Homecare
01.1997 - 04.1998
Bachelor Of Science In Nursing - Nursing
Unironically of The Assumption
Registered Nurse
Community Hospital of Monterey Peninsula
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