Gean Corazon Esparagoza
Kingsport,TN
Summary
Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Holston Valley Medical Center, specializing in PACU and critical care. Expert in medication and IV administration, coupled with exceptional patient assessment abilities. Enhanced patient recovery times and safety, demonstrating a commitment to clinical excellence and compassionate care. Skilled in EPIC for efficient documentation, embodying a blend of technical proficiency and empathetic patient advocacy.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Holston Valley Medical Center
Kingsport, TN
02.2024 - 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.
- Improve outcomes by implementing evidence-base nursing interventions and individualized nursing care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing that addressed physical, emotional and spiritual needs.
Registered Nurse, PACU
King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz University Hospital
Riyadh Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Enhanced patient recovery by providing comprehensive post-anesthesia care and monitoring vital signs.
- Decreased medication errors by meticulously administering medications following proper protocols and verifying dosages.
- Prevented complications from anesthesia side effects such as nausea or vomiting using effective medication administration techniques.
- Provides evidence of participation in professional development programs designed to develop, refine and enhance teaching of nursing expertise.
- Engages in innovative, creative, academic practicum activities in the organization.
PACU Registered Nurse
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
Buraidah, Al Qassim Kingdom Of Saudi Arabia
05.2013 - 05.2017
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Mentored new PACU nurses, sharing best practices for efficient patient turnover and discharge processes.
- Provided assessment of physical, mental, pain and psychosocial health status of the infant, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient populations.
- Administered to the assessment of physical, pain and emotional needs of patients.
- Monitored and communicated to physician and anesthesia personnel any changes in patient status.
Registered Nurse, PACU
Zanorte Medical Center
Dipolog City Philippines
11.2009 - 04.2013
- Provided timely interventions to address airway management complications such as respiratory depression or obstruction in post-operative patients.
- Reduced complications by promptly identifying and addressing post-operative issues in PACU patients.
- Delivers appropriate nursing care to assigned patients in accordance with established policies, procedures and protocols of the healthcare organization.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College
Ozamis City Philippines03.2008
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's Academy
Dipolog City Philippines03.2004
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Documentation and Charting
Patient Assessment
Clinical Judgment
Patient education and counseling
Patient and family advocacy
Physical assessments
Telemetry monitoring
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
Performing EKGs
Certification
BLS
ACLS
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Holston Valley Medical Center
02.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, PACU
King Abdullah Bin Abdulaziz University Hospital
12.2017 - 12.2022
PACU Registered Nurse
Dr. Sulaiman Al Habib Hospital
05.2013 - 05.2017
Registered Nurse, PACU
Zanorte Medical Center
11.2009 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Medina College
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's Academy