Compassionate Charge Nurse offers 30 years of patient care and advocacy within medical ER, medical-surgical care, labor and delivery, PACU, school nursing, correctional facility, and DDD clients. Highly skilled in charting, managing patient intake and discharges, and monitoring care plans. Well-versed in promoting policies and protocols to achieve core measures. Demonstrated success in cultivating strong patient rapport to drive outcome goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Charge Nurse
Trinitas Regional Medical Regional Center
Elizabeth, NJ
09.2013 - Current
Adult in – Patient Psychiatric 2D and 6D North units
Directed the admission, discharge, and general flow of patients assigned nurses and support staff to patients, and prioritized and adapted during emergencies.
Created a plan of care that is individualized to the patient's needs
Developed and implemented training to help educate and train new nurses and staff.
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for patients.
Promoted a safe working environment by adhering to infection control policies and regularly reviewing safety protocols.
Conducted daily shift briefs to inform staff of changes in patient care assignments.
Quickly responded to situations impacting the safety and security of the unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Streamlined nursing workflows for increased efficiency and improved patient outcomes.
Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
07.2010 - Current
Adult in – Patient Psychiatric 2D North unit
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members for comprehensive patient assessments and treatment plans.
Improved patient satisfaction scores by providing empathetic, compassionate care to diverse populations.
Mentored new nursing staff, supporting their professional growth and development.
Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
Led initiatives for continuous improvement in quality measures, resulting in better patient outcomes.
Exhibited strong critical thinking skills when assessing complex medical situations and determining appropriate interventions.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Developed and implemented individualized patient care plans for optimal outcomes.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Staff Nurse
Arlington Developmental Center
08.2009 - 09.2009
Performed individualized nursing care based on patient's mental and physical level of care and formulated individualized nursing care plan based on patient's needs.
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.
Promoted a culture of safety by strictly adhering to infection control measures and reporting any potential hazards or concerns.
Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Staff Nurse
Western Mental Health Institute
09.2008 - 02.2009
Performed assessment, planning, implementation/intervention, and evaluation of nursing care plan based on patient's psychiatric needs.
Conferred to team members the effectiveness of the nursing care plan
Enhanced patient care by implementing evidence-based nursing practices and protocols.
Reduced medication errors through meticulous charting and double-checking dosages.
Evaluated the effectiveness of care plans regularly, making adjustments as needed based on individual patient needs and progress toward goals.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Educated patients on self-care management, empowering them to take an active role in their overall health and well-being.
Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists and therapists to deliver quality, evidence-based care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
05.2023
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Iloilo Doctors' College
Iloilo City, Philippines
03.1994
Skills
Firm, consistent, competent in quick decision-making, evaluating the quality of patient care, resolving conflicts, and anticipating problems before they arise
Skilled and dedicated in staff development and precepting new staff
Outstanding in patient care, family advocacy, and education
Care Quality Evaluation
Plan of Action Implementation
Team Leadership
Nursing Care Coordination
Process evaluation
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Work Planning and Prioritization
Medication Side Effect Knowledge
Active Listening
Nurse Collaboration
Procedure Development
Decision-Making
Staff Development
Individualized Treatment Plans
Accomplishments
November 1994- passed Philippine Nurses Licensure Examination (83.40).
March 1998- fulfilled the necessary requirements for the CGFNS Qualifying Examination and passed both Nursing and English Language Proficiency sections of the CGFNS Qualifying Examination.
May 2006- passed the International English language Testing System (Academic) with an overall band score of 7.0 given by the British Council.
May 2018- recipient of a Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of Valuable Contributions and Commitment in Nursing Profession at TRMC.
June 2019- awarded of a Nursing Recognition as New Point Campus TRMC Nurse of the Year in Excellence in Nursing.
September 2019 awarded an honor by Elizabeth I. Kellogg Award by TRMC and Elizabeth I. Kellogg Award Committee. A prestigious honor based on recognition by peers, Department Director, patients and all people I interact with daily at Trinitas Regional Medical Center that I truly embodied the Mission ,Vision, and Values of Trinitas by dedication and commitment to patients, staff and all the customers in the communities we serve.
Certification
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified, American Nurses Credentialing Center - January 29, 2024- January 28, 2029.
Registered Licensed Professional Nurse- 05/07/2023- 05/31/2025.
Registered Licensed Advance Practice Nurse- 06/13/2024- 05/31/2025.
Basic Cardiac Life Support- Certified, American Heart Association, February 23, 2024- February 28, 2026.
Prescribing Controlled Dangerous Drugs- Certified by Rutgers Biomedical and Health Sciences jointly accredited by Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)- 02/23/2024.
Certificate of Completion- Has successfully completed 8 contact hour(s) of Prescribing Controlled Substances Safely: A DEA Requirement Including 8 Advanced Practice Pharmacology hour(s)- 07/24/2024.
Active New Jersey Controlled Dangerous Substances Registration- 07/18/2024- 09/30/2025.
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Charge Nurse
Trinitas Regional Medical Regional Center
09.2013 - Current
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse
Trinitas Regional Medical Center
07.2010 - Current
Staff Nurse
Arlington Developmental Center
08.2009 - 09.2009
Staff Nurse
Western Mental Health Institute
09.2008 - 02.2009
Master of Science in Nursing -
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Iloilo Doctors' College
Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner- Board Certified, American Nurses Credentialing Center - January 29, 2024- January 28, 2029
Basic Cardiac Life Support- Certified, American Heart Association, February 23, 2024- February 28, 2026
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