Ela May Ayuban
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Adept at medication and IV administration, my tenure at UF Health Shands Hospital has honed my strong clinical judgment and compassion. I've significantly reduced patient falls by implementing evidence-based strategies, showcasing my ability to blend technical expertise with empathetic patient care. My proactive approach and dedication to continuous improvement have been pivotal in enhancing patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bronchoscopy Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
06.2017 - Current
- 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.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- 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.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- 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.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Demonstrated expertise in intravenous access devices peripheral catheters.
Pre and Post Cath Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
06.2015 - 05.2017
- 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.
- expert in PIV insertions.
ADTU Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2015
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Trauma IMC Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
04.2008 - 09.2012
- Streamlined communication with families, providing regular updates on patient progress and answering questions about care options.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive care plans for high-risk patients.
- Continuously expanded clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in IMC nursing.
- Expedited emergency response times by quickly identifying deteriorating patients and initiating appropriate interventions.
- expert in IV insertion.
Kidney and Liver Transplant 95 Nurse
UF Health Shands
12.2006 - 03.2008
- Performed accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed routine wound care and dressing changes on schedule.
- Promoted a safe and comfortable healing environment by addressing patient concerns promptly and professionally.
Rehab Nurse
UF Health Shands
05.2004 - 11.2006
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education.
- Provided emotional support to patients and their families during challenging times, fostering trust and rapport with the healthcare team.
- Evaluated patient responses to treatments and modified care plans as needed, resulting in improved health outcomes.
- Trained new nursing staff on rehabilitation best practices, enhancing overall department performance levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
Bacolod City Philippines03-1994
High School Diploma -
West Negros College
Bacolod City Philippines03-1990
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- IV insertion
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Clinical judgment
- Infection control measures
- Patient care
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- IV setup
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Patient management
- Care plan development
- Professional bedside manner
- Physical assessments
- Patient care planning
- Patient evaluation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Family education
- Licensed RN
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
- Taking vitals
- Critical care
- Collecting vitals
- Medication distribution
- Tracheostomy care
- Precepting
- Patient discharge
- Lab result interpretation
- Team coordination
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Intake and discharge
- Emergency response
- Maintaining privacy
- Relationship building
- Chart updating
- Vaccine administration
- Insulin medication assistance
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Medical assessment
- ADL assistance
- Patient counseling
- Personal care needs
- Patient relations
- Treatment Planning
- Emergency procedures
- Emotional awareness
- HIPAA education
- Data collection
- Administering immunizations
- Health screening
- Acute care expertise
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Timeline
Bronchoscopy Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
06.2017 - Current
Pre and Post Cath Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
06.2015 - 05.2017
ADTU Registered Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
10.2012 - 05.2015
Trauma IMC Nurse
UF Health Shands Hospital
04.2008 - 09.2012
Kidney and Liver Transplant 95 Nurse
UF Health Shands
12.2006 - 03.2008
Rehab Nurse
UF Health Shands
05.2004 - 11.2006
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
High School Diploma -
West Negros College
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