Geraldine Cabahug
Cerritos,Ca
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessments, infection control, and patient education. Proven ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives.
Overview
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center
5901 E 7th St.,Long Beach,Ca 90822
01.2017 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and regulations.
- Monitored patient vital signs, assessing changes to inform care decisions and interventions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting self-care and adherence to treatment plans.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance nursing care delivery and patient outcomes across the facility.
- 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.
Registered Nurse
Windsor Convalescent Center of Long Beach
260 E Market St.,Long Beach,Ca 90805
05.2013 - 08.2017
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Registered Nurse
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center TCU
4320 Maricopa St.,Torrance,Ca 90503
02.2014 - 02.2017
- Led quality improvement initiatives, enhancing patient safety protocols and reducing medication errors.
- Mentored new nursing staff, providing guidance on best practices and clinical procedures.
- Streamlined patient admission processes, improving efficiency in unit operations and workflow management.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Registered Nurse
Country Villa Bay Vista
5901 Downey Ave,Long Beach,Ca 90805
05.2011 - 07.2016
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
- Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Registered Nurse
Marlora Post Acute Rehabilitation Hospital
3801 E Anaheim St., Long Beach,Ca 90804
05.2008 - 03.2012
- Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Medina College
Ozamiz City,Philippines05-1995
Skills
- Medication and IV administration
- Medication administration
- Direct patient care
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Infection control measures
- Wound care
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient monitoring
- Intravenous therapy
- Care planning
- Nursing staff leadership
Certification
- Licensed : California Board of Registered Nurse Number: 726823
- Expiration Date: 06/30/2028
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Tibor Rubin VA Medical Center
01.2017 - Current
Registered Nurse
Providence Little Company of Mary Medical Center TCU
02.2014 - 02.2017
Registered Nurse
Windsor Convalescent Center of Long Beach
05.2013 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse
Country Villa Bay Vista
05.2011 - 07.2016
Registered Nurse
Marlora Post Acute Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2008 - 03.2012
Bachelor of Science - BSN
Medina College