Elizabeth Templado
El Paso,TX
Summary
As a prudent Registered Nurse, I deliver excellent and ethical health care. My ability to provide quality patient care, perform administrative and process quality control-related tasks, will enhance my contribution to the organization that I will work for.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Charge and Staff Nurse, PACU
University Medical Center
El Paso , TX
2020.11 - Current
- Coordinated nursing care on unit through staff assignments, assisting and rounding with physicians, monitoring patient orders and communicating with different departments.
- Adjusted job assignments and schedules to keep pace with dynamic patient care needs, factoring in processes, staff knowledge and patient demands.
- Strengthened unit care standards and policies with focus on patient safety and dignity.
- Delivered feedback to decision-makers/ managers regarding staff performance and training needs.
- Expanded cross-functional organizational capacity by collaborating across departments on priorities, functions and common goals.
Hemodialysis Nurse
Davita Inc.
El Paso , TX
2020.07 - 2020.11
- Cared for patients in a 48-chair clinic, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Registered Nurse, ICU
University Medical Center
El Paso , TX
2019.12 - 2020.07
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent and geriatric ICU patients.
- Monitored patient condition, including interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Provided exceptional care to two high acuity patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, multiple IV medications requiring frequent titration, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Registered Nurse and Relief Charge Nurse, IMCU
University Medical Center
El Paso , TX
2018.05 - 2020.03
- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Reported patients' status and delegated nurse assignments to achieve optimal outcomes.
- Oversaw and managed clinical staff in patient care activities while maintaining high level of staff morale and professionalism.
- Supervised new employees and student nurses to promote adherence to established patient care standards and practices.
Registered Nurse, GI and Geriatric Unit
University Medical Center
El Paso , TX
2015.09 - 2018.04
- Daisy Award recipient July 2017
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures, including facilitating wound care, ostomy care, pressure ulcer prevention and pain management.
- Managed care from admission to discharge, including patient assessments, care planning, health educations and discharging support to provide comprehensive care to six to seven patients daily.
Medical Biller
Eastside Pediatric Night Clinic
El Paso , TX
2015.02 - 2017.12
- Process claims through various insurance-specific portals, actively research denials, and work on appeals in a timely manner.
Medical Biller and Receptionist
City Of Industry Eye Clinic
City of Industry , CA
2012.04 - 2015.02
- Perform front desk duties such as greeting patients, make, and confirm appointments, verify medical and/or vision insurance information, eligibility, and benefits.
- Code diagnosis, process medical and/or vision claims, and work on appeals.
- Prepare written correspondence to patients, medical and workers' compensation insurance companies.
Medical Assistant
Pacificar Women's Medical Center
West Covina , CA
2012.06 - 2014.12
- Obtain and document vital signs, height, weight, LMP, GTPAL, current medications, and allergies.
- Assist provider during treatments, examinations, and tests within the scope of position.
- Organize and file office records.
Utilization Review Representative
MediCall Philippines, Inc
Makati City, Philippines , Philippines
2009.12 - 2011.12
- MediCall, a satellite office of MediCall Clinical Solutions based in Pleasanton, California, provides specialized clinical services for the US healthcare market.
- While employed, I worked for the ESIS (ACE Group) account, which provides workers compensation Utilization Review services.
Education
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso, TX2023
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Makati
Makati City03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Commerce, Business Administration
University of Santo Tomas
Manila03.2005
Skills
- Strong clinical judgment
- Staff Management
- Precepting
- Critical care nursing
- Acute care expertise
- Chronic disease management
- Medication and IV administration
- Infection control measures
- Patient and family advocacy
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Crisis Prevention Institution (CPI)
Timeline
Charge and Staff Nurse, PACU
University Medical Center
2020.11 - Current
Hemodialysis Nurse
Davita Inc.
2020.07 - 2020.11
Registered Nurse, ICU
University Medical Center
2019.12 - 2020.07
Registered Nurse and Relief Charge Nurse, IMCU
University Medical Center
2018.05 - 2020.03
Registered Nurse, GI and Geriatric Unit
University Medical Center
2015.09 - 2018.04
Medical Biller
Eastside Pediatric Night Clinic
2015.02 - 2017.12
Medical Assistant
Pacificar Women's Medical Center
2012.06 - 2014.12
Medical Biller and Receptionist
City Of Industry Eye Clinic
2012.04 - 2015.02
Utilization Review Representative
MediCall Philippines, Inc
2009.12 - 2011.12
MSN - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
The University of Texas At El Paso
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Makati
Bachelor of Science - Commerce, Business Administration
University of Santo Tomas
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)
- Trauma Nurse Core Course (TNCC)
- Crisis Prevention Institution (CPI)
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