FAITH BORDAS
Plainfield,IL
Summary
Compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with extensive experience at Saint Joseph Medical Center, adept at delivering high-quality patient care and medication administration. Recognized for strong clinical judgment and effective patient advocacy, enhancing patient satisfaction and safety in high-pressure environments. Committed to continuous learning and mentoring new staff to promote excellence in emergency care.
Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Family Nurse Practitioner and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2000 - 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.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Mentored new nursing staff in emergency room procedures and techniques, promoting team cohesion and a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Expedited treatment plans by interpreting diagnostic tests accurately and collaborating with physicians on appropriate interventions.
- Communicated openly and collaboratively with all healthcare staff to organize successful patient care.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Delivered important IV and venous medications to control symptoms and provide effective treatments.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
FNP Student
VNA Family of Services
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Enhanced patient care by conducting thorough assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Provided high-quality care to diverse patient populations, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric clients.
- Educated patients and families on disease prevention, health promotion, and self-management strategies.
- Helped perform physical examinations, identified health history and administered health assessments and reviews.
- Advocated for patients'' rights to ensure they received proper care while respecting their values and preferences.
- Monitored patient condition and progress, ordering appropriate laboratory tests.
- Discussed care plans with patients and explained test results and proper use of medications.
- Informed patients and families on disease prevention and health promotion.
- Recorded patient medical history, applicable test results, and vitals into medical records.
- Administered immunizations and performed other preventive health measures.
- Utilized customized patient teaching tools to support patients.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN11-2024
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctor's University
Cebu City, Philippines03-1992
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Patient and family advocacy
- Patient care
- Intravenous therapy
- Professional bedside manner
- Family education
- Precepting
- Performing ekgs
- Proper catheter insertion/removal
- Emergency response
- Diabetes management
- High level of autonomy
- Procedure preparations
- Chest pain management
- HIPAA education
- Preventive health
Certification
- PALS - Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- BLS/ALS
- ECRN
- TNCC
- FNP,ANCC BC
Timeline
FNP Student
VNA Family of Services
05.2024 - 10.2024
Registered Nurse
Saint Joseph Medical Center
01.2000 - Current
Master of Science - Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Doctor's University
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