FRANCIS RAFAEL M. AQUINO
Abilene
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 14 years of experience delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care in operating room and medical-surgical units at an acute care hospital. Dedicated to continuous professional development, utilizing critical clinical skills to assess, implement, and evaluate patient care in collaborative, shared leadership settings.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Hendrick Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
- Role: Charge Nurse, preceptor and direct patient care
- Educated patients and families on post-operative care, including medication administration, wound care, and rehabilitation exercises specific to orthopedics patients.
- Reduced complications with timely assessment and management of pain, wound healing, and mobility issues.
- Facilitated communication between patients, family members, and healthcare professionals to address concerns or questions regarding treatment plans.
- Demonstrated excellent clinical judgment when assessing patients' needs, implementing appropriate interventions, and evaluating the outcomes.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by serving as an approachable resource for colleagues seeking guidance or assistance with orthopedic nursing care.
- Served as preceptor for new graduate nurses within the orthopedics unit, contributing to their successful integration into the team.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to optimize patient outcomes during their hospital stays.
- Managed patients recovering from medical and orthopedic surgical procedures.
Registered Nurse
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Partnership with Mayo Clinic USA
12.2019 - 10.2021
- Role: Charge Nurse and direct patient care
- Acted as a liaison between patients and their healthcare providers, ensuring accurate communication of medical information and treatment plans.
- Coordinated discharge planning activities, collaborating with case managers, social workers, and other healthcare providers to ensure smooth transitions home or to other facilities.
- Educated patients and families on disease processes, treatments, and self-care techniques to promote optimal health outcomes.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses, facilitating their transition into the role and fostering professional growth.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures, contributing to accurate diagnoses and prompt initiation of treatment plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans for diverse patient populations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through teamwork, collaboration, and fostering professional relationships with colleagues.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Managed care from admission to discharge.
- Implemented medication and IV administration, catheter insertion, and airway management.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
Registered Nurse
Mafraq Hospital
10.2017 - 11.2019
- Role: Registered Nurse (3B-Acute Medical Unit)
Registered Nurse
Dr. Khalid Al Jamal Medical Center (Closed)
09.2015 - 05.2017
- Improved patient outcomes by providing compassionate and comprehensive care to diverse populations in a clinic setting.
- Implemented effective time management strategies resulting in improved productivity levels without compromising quality or safety measures during daily operations.
- Provided education to patients on health promotion strategies such as lifestyle modifications, medication adherence, self-care techniques, and disease management principles.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Registered Nurse
Eduardo L. Joson Memorial Hospital
02.2011 - 08.2015
- Role: Registered Nurse (Operating Room)
- Coordinated with surgeons and staff to deliver safe patient care during operations.
- Prepared equipment and supplies necessary for each surgical procedure, ensuring availability when needed by surgeons.
- Assisted physicians in operating room by providing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Prepped operating rooms to comply with environmental asepsis standards.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Collected, labeled and transported specimens and delivered to lab for testing.
- Promoted a culture of teamwork within the surgical suite by fostering open communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Enhanced patient safety by implementing strict adherence to surgical protocols and guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
04.2010
Skills
- Texas Board Nursing, Registered Nurse License No 1018770
- California Board of Nursing, Registered Nurse License No 95360481
- Certified Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (CMSRN) Certificate # 82526815 Valid Through: 2027-10-31
- Charge Nurse Role
- Preceptor to nursing students/New hired RN/ New Graduate RN
- BLS Certified- Issue Date: 2024-02-09
- ACLS Certified- Issue Date: 2024-03-26
- NIHSS Certified
Accomplishments
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a 14+ year track record of delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care across diverse healthcare settings. Gained invaluable experience as a Primary and Charge Nurse in a newly established hospital unit managed by Mayo Clinic USA, where responsibilities included pioneering unit operations and precepting new staff and students. Successfully transitioned to the US healthcare system, currently excelling as a Primary Nurse, Preceptor, and Charge Nurse in an orthopedic unit, and earned the CMSRN certification within the first year.
Certification
Certified Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board
Certificate #82526815
Valid Through 11/303/2022-10/31/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Hendrick Medical Center
11.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City in Partnership with Mayo Clinic USA
12.2019 - 10.2021
Registered Nurse
Mafraq Hospital
10.2017 - 11.2019
Registered Nurse
Dr. Khalid Al Jamal Medical Center (Closed)
09.2015 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse
Eduardo L. Joson Memorial Hospital
02.2011 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Wesleyan University-Philippines
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