EMMY DIANA ROSE DAYAG
KINGSPORT,TN
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with [Number] years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with [Area of expertise] specialty. Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about EMR charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
11.2022 - Current
- Prevented complications by closely monitoring vital signs and promptly responding to changes in patient status.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices in progressive care nursing techniques and technologies.
- Improved patient outcomes by effectively assessing, diagnosing, and implementing appropriate interventions for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced patient safety through adherence to evidence-based practices and protocols in critical care settings.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing comprehensive care plans for critically ill patients.
- Enhanced interdisciplinary collaboration by effectively communicating with physicians, therapists, and support staff to ensure optimal patient care.
- Handled a high volume of complex patients by prioritizing tasks and effectively delegating responsibilities to other team members, resulting in efficient patient care.
- Reduced complications post-surgery through diligent assessment, intervention, and timely communication with the interdisciplinary team.
- Decreased patient complications through diligent monitoring of vital signs, lab results, and other telemetry data.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize treatment strategies and ensure high-quality patient care.
- Developed strong therapeutic relationships with patients built on trust, empathy, respect, understanding their unique needs while providing emotional support throughout the healing process.
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Developed strong rapport with patients in the step-down unit, easing anxieties during transitions of care from intensive care units or surgical wards.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently monitoring cardiac telemetry and promptly responding to critical changes.
- Ensured optimal clinical outcomes for cardiac patients through timely identification of potential complications and prompt intervention.
- Expedited patient recovery times through careful implementation of evidence-based care plans tailored to individual needs and preferences.
- Streamlined unit operations by updating and maintaining accurate patient records, ensuring timely access to critical information.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop optimal treatment plans tailored to individual needs.PCU
- Increased efficiency in the Progressive Care Unit by effectively prioritizing tasks and managing time.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by thoroughly documenting patient information and providing detailed handoffs during shift changes.
- Served as a reliable resource for patients'' families by providing education on their loved ones'' conditions, treatment plans, and progress updates.
- Implemented physician orders and tracked progress against care plan to assess results.
- Developed strong rapport with patients through active listening skills, cultural sensitivity, and compassionate care approach.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction through effective communication, education, and empathetic care delivery.
- Promoted a healing environment through maintaining clean and organized patient rooms, addressing concerns, and offering emotional support.
- Helped physicians complete bedside procedures to address patient concerns.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Demonstrated adaptability by floating to other units as needed, applying comprehensive nursing skills across various clinical settings.
- Ensured timely administration of treatments by proficiently starting IVs, inserting Foley catheters, changing dressings, performing wound care procedures among other essential nursing tasks.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
- Managed caseload of [Number] patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy, and wound care.
- Performed intravenous therapy procedures and monitored chest tubes.
- Promoted a culture of patient safety by consistently following proper protocols for medication administration, falls prevention, and pressure ulcer management.
- Advocated for patients'' rights, working closely with families to ensure their understanding of treatment options and facilitating informed decisionmaking.
- Adapted quickly to changing circumstances and emergent situations on the step-down unit while maintaining composure under pressure and providing high-quality care.
- Utilized advanced clinical skills to manage complex patients, including those requiring telemetry monitoring and ventilator support.
- Maintained a high level of infection control practices, contributing to reduced hospital-acquired infections within the step-down unit.
- Streamlined medication administration processes by implementing barcode scanning technology, reducing medication errors significantly.
- Evaluated patient progress regularly, adjusting care plans as needed to ensure optimal recovery trajectories and timely discharge from the step-down unit.
- Administered prescribed medications, changed dressings, cleaned wounds and monitored vital signs to provide high standards of patient care.
- Monitored cardiac and other critical vital signs to detect changes and enable intervention of life-threatening or emergency situations.
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Philippines
09.2016 - 07.2022
- Enhanced patient recovery by implementing individualized care plans and closely monitoring progress.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients with complex medical needs.
- Coordinated with ancillary services such as physical therapy or nutrition consultation to optimize each patient''s overall well-being while under my care.
- Increased efficiency in medication administration by utilizing electronic health record systems and barcode scanning technology.
- Provided high-quality nursing care to a diverse patient population within the Intermediate Care Unit setting, adapting to meet the unique needs of each individual.
- Improved patient satisfaction by delivering compassionate care, addressing concerns, and actively listening to feedback.
- Contributed to a decrease in hospital readmissions through diligent discharge planning and thorough patient education.
- Ensured continuity of care during shift changes by conducting detailed handoff reports with incoming nursing staff members.
- Served as an advocate for patients'' rights, ensuring their voices were heard during healthcare decision-making processes.
- Reduced complications in Intermediate Care Unit by providing timely and accurate assessments of patient conditions.
- Participated in interdisciplinary rounds to discuss the care of individual patients, leading to improved communication between healthcare providers and more cohesive treatment plans.
- Streamlined documentation processes by maintaining thorough records that accurately reflected each patient''s evolving condition over time.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives within the Intermediate Care Unit, resulting in enhanced patient safety measures.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing colleagues through open communication channels, constructive feedback sessions, and collaborative problem-solving strategies.
- Supported family members during difficult times by providing emotional support, resource referrals, and clear communication about the patient''s condition and plan of care.
- Prevented medication errors through meticulous attention to detail when administering medications and verifying patient information.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, adhering to infection control protocols and standards of practice.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing expertise on effective techniques for managing complex cases within the Intermediate Care Unit setting.
- Continually expanded clinical knowledge through professional development opportunities such as workshops, conferences, and online courses.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring optimal outcomes for patients requiring specialized interventions.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring on patients stepping down from ICU care.
- Implemented physician orders and tracked progress against care plan to assess results.
- Completed daily assessments and documented information in electronic medical records.
- Promoted patient independence by establishing care goals and teaching patients about conditions, medications, and self-care skills.
- Assessed and coordinated patient discharge planning needs with multidisciplinary healthcare team.
- Helped team manage patient flow by promoting timely placements for admissions, discharges and transfers.
- Rounded hourly for optimal patient care outcomes using AIDET technique.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Nurse Unit Manager
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Philippines
04.2016 - 07.2022
- Oversaw recruitment efforts within the nursing unit, selecting highly skilled candidates who would contribute positively to the team dynamic.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts, ensuring seamless continuity of care for all patients on the unit.
- Actively sought out opportunities for continuing education within the field of nursing management, staying up-to-date on current trends and best practices.
- Collaborated with administrators to evaluate nursing policies and procedures for potential improvements regularly.
- Conducted regular performance evaluations for nursing staff members, providing constructive feedback and identifying opportunities for improvement.
- Managed budgetary concerns within the nursing unit, carefully allocating resources and controlling costs.
- Streamlined nurse scheduling, ensuring adequate coverage for all shifts while minimizing overtime costs.
- Implemented infection control measures, reducing hospital-acquired infections among patients under the unit''s care.
- Promoted interdisciplinary communication through regular meetings with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
- Contributed to hospital-wide accreditation efforts, maintaining compliance with industry standards for nursing practice.
- Developed and implemented quality improvement initiatives to provide best possible patient care and identify and address areas of concern.
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Philippines
08.2015 - 03.2016
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Performed various nursing interventions such as wound dressing, vital sign monitoring, and specimen collection.
- Assessed physical, psychological, physiologic, and cognitive status of patients.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process, and management and lifestyle options.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines
07.2014 - 12.2014
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Demonstrated strong clinical reasoning skills when assessing patients'' conditions, initiating appropriate interventions, and escalating concerns to physicians as needed.
- Improved patient outcomes by consistently providing high-quality emergency care and implementing evidence-based nursing practices.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop comprehensive care plans for patients presenting with diverse medical conditions in the Emergency Department.
Staff Nurse
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines
02.2012 - 12.2013
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
- Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Staff Nurse
Lung Center Of The Philippines
Quezon City, Philippines
07.2010 - 10.2010
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Staff Nurse
Quezon City General Hospital
Quezon City, Philippines
01.2010 - 06.2010
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Staff Nurse
Ospital Ng Sampaloc
Manila, Philippines
10.2009 - 12.2009
- Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
J.P. Sioson General Hospital And Colleges, Inc.
Quezon City, Philippines03.2009
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines03.2003
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Telemetry Interpretation
- Intravenous therapy
- Cardiac monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- NIHSS
- BLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit
Holston Valley Medical Center
11.2022 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intermediate Care Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
09.2016 - 07.2022
Nurse Unit Manager
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
04.2016 - 07.2022
Staff Nurse, Mother-Baby Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
08.2015 - 03.2016
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
07.2014 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
01.2014 - 06.2014
Staff Nurse
Cagayan Valley Medical Center
02.2012 - 12.2013
Staff Nurse
Lung Center Of The Philippines
07.2010 - 10.2010
Staff Nurse
Quezon City General Hospital
01.2010 - 06.2010
Staff Nurse
Ospital Ng Sampaloc
10.2009 - 12.2009
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
J.P. Sioson General Hospital And Colleges, Inc.
Bachelor of Science - Accountancy
Saint Louis University