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Friahne Desiongco

East Rutherford,NJ

Summary

Experienced nursing professional bringing demonstrated clinical expertise, leadership skills and technical knowledge. Proficient in updating charts, monitoring medications and working with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient care. Quality-driven and efficient with strong interpersonal abilities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Dialysis Registered Nurse (Full Time)

Fresenius Dialysis Center
Jerry City, NJ
01.2025 - Current
  • Developed individualized plans of care based on assessment of patient's physical condition.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Ensured that appropriate safety measures were taken when handling hazardous materials such as biohazardous waste and chemicals used in cleaning machines.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Monitored patients' responses to dialysis treatment and reported any changes or adverse reactions to the physician.
  • Provided direct patient care, including physical assessments and treatments, in a dialysis unit.
  • Provided emotional support for patients dealing with difficult diagnosis or prognosis.
  • Assessed patient needs before starting hemodialysis procedure and monitored vital signs throughout treatment process.
  • Administered prescribed medications during dialysis treatments according to established protocols.
  • Coordinated with multidisciplinary team members to provide comprehensive care for patients undergoing dialysis treatments.
  • Adhered to infection control standards while performing all duties related to dialysis treatments.
  • Educated patients on their renal failure diagnosis and how to manage their condition.
  • Managed time efficiently by prioritizing workloads according to urgency.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Jersey City Medical Center
Jersey City, New Jersey
11.2023 - Current
  • Assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals
  • Evaluating medical information, as well as providing direct and individualized bedside nursing care to pre-and post-surgery patients
  • Preparing, administering and recording prescribed medications
  • Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs
  • Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements
  • Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner
  • Collaborating on discharge planning with the healthcare team
  • Answering questions and educating patients and their families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care
  • Maintaining and updating patient files, medical charts, and health records
  • Adhering to best nursing practices, standards, and protocols
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Provided emotional support and comfort to families during difficult times.
  • Educated patients and families on health care needs, conditions, and options.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.

Wound Care Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Mountainside Medical Center
Montclair, New Jersey
07.2022 - Current
  • Provided wound care to patients according to the physician's or provider's orders.
  • Conducted comprehensive wound assessments, including measuring dimensions and evaluating the stage of healing.
  • Advised patients and caregivers on proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
  • Implemented plans to prevent pressure ulcers, and other wound developments.
  • Collaborated with the healthcare team to implement interventions for wound healing and skin breakdown prevention.
  • Instructed patients and caregivers on how to clean and dress wounds, and how to prevent infections.
  • Oversaw patients as a case manager, who communicated, filled out necessary paperwork, and sent out orders to health care providers to ensure patients' needs were met, to facilitate proper wound healing.
  • Continually assessed patient pain levels and applied appropriate pain management techniques.
  • Applied advanced wound dressings and managed wound vacuums to promote healing and prevent infection.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Managed inventory of wound care supplies to ensure availability of necessary products.
  • Assisted providers with certain wound care procedures, such as debridements and total contact cast placements.
  • Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
  • Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement, and enhance treatment strategies.
  • Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
  • Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information
  • Provided support and counseling to patients dealing with chronic wounds or pressure ulcers.
  • Educated patients and family members on cleaning and dressing wounds and identifying signs of infection.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Maintained a safe environment by following standard precautions and safety guidelines.
  • Treated complex wounds including diabetic ulcers, vascular wounds, and trauma-related wounds.
  • Advocated for patients to receive timely and appropriate wound care services.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Managed draining wounds.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Utilized evidence-based practices to select appropriate wound care products and therapies.
  • Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Monitored wound healing process using various diagnostic tests such as X-rays and lab work results.
  • Evaluated the effectiveness of treatments and made necessary adjustments to ensure optimal outcomes.
  • Documented patients' medical conditions, treatments delivered, and provider procedures done in the facility's own online system.
  • Per diem

Sales Associate

American Eagle
Paramus, New Jersey
07.2016 - 02.2017
  • Serves customers by helping them select products
  • Drives sales through engagement of customers, suggestive selling, and sharing product knowledge
  • Greets and receives customers in a welcoming manner
  • Responds to customers' questions
  • Provides outstanding customer service
  • Manages financial transactions
  • Assists with inventory, including receiving and stocking merchandise
  • Keeps clientele informed by notifying them of preferred customer sales and future merchandise of potential interest

Waitress

Village Gourmet
Rutherford, NJ
06.2015 - 12.2015
  • Greet and escort customers to their tables
  • Present menu and provide detailed information when asked (e.g
  • About portions, ingredients or potential food allergies)
  • Prepare tables by setting up linens, silverware and glasses
  • Up-sell additional products when appropriate
  • Take accurate food and drinks orders, using a POS ordering software, order slips or by memorization
  • Communicate order details to the Kitchen Staff
  • Serve food and drink orders
  • Follow all relevant health department regulations
  • Provide excellent customer service to guests

Education

FNP-MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner

William Paterson University
Wayne, New Jersey
05-2026

BSN - Nursing

Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ
12.2021

BA - Biology

Caldwell University
Caldwell, New Jersey
05.2018

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Customer service
  • Patient care
  • Injection (IM, Sub-Q, intradermal)
  • Nursing plan development and modification
  • Patient Satisfaction
  • Process Improvement
  • Specimen collection
  • Vital signs
  • EPIC charting
  • Patient Education
  • Dressing and managing wounds
  • Team Coordination
  • Empathetic care
  • Setting Up Referrals
  • Wound care management
  • Cardiac monitors
  • Multitasking capacity
  • Wound dressing
  • Stroke patient care
  • Blood draw and sample collection
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Critical thinking
  • Compassionate and caring
  • Update electronic charts
  • Diabetes management
  • Medication reconciliation
  • Immunizations and vaccinations
  • Cardiac care
  • Team building
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Catheter monitoring
  • Infection control practices
  • Patient condition monitoring
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Patient assessment

Awards

Internal Honor Society of Nursing Sigma Theta Tau, 12/01/21

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
  • Basic Life Support

Timeline

Dialysis Registered Nurse (Full Time)

Fresenius Dialysis Center
01.2025 - Current

Med/Surg Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Jersey City Medical Center
11.2023 - Current

Wound Care Registered Nurse (Per Diem)

Mountainside Medical Center
07.2022 - Current

Sales Associate

American Eagle
07.2016 - 02.2017

Waitress

Village Gourmet
06.2015 - 12.2015

FNP-MSN - Family Nurse Practitioner

William Paterson University

BSN - Nursing

Saint Peter's University

BA - Biology

Caldwell University