GIBSON JR GALLO
Levittown,NY
Summary
Resourceful medical-surgical registered nurse possessing excellent work ethic, compassion and commendable interpersonal skills. Monitors vitals, prepares operating rooms and provides pre- and post-operative care to 25 patients in med-surgical care. Observant Medical Surgical Registered Nurse offering 5-year background preparing and administering medications, providing bedside care and monitoring patient condition. Certified in Basic Life Support and Advanced Cardiac Life Support . Kind and compassionate professional with expertise in performing medical, surgical and diagnostic procedures, including [medical and surgical procedures. Patient-oriented Nurse with 5 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2023
- Identified opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency within the PACU department while upholding high standards of care delivery.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 8 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control standards for optimal patient health.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Conducted regular equipment checks to ensure all devices were functioning correctly, thus reducing the risk of complications and enhancing patient safety.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
- Improved patient satisfaction by providing compassionate care and maintaining open communication with patients and families.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 03.2022
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
- Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
- Collaborated with a 12-person health care team to revise and develop treatment plans for 80 patients simultaneously.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
- Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Infection Control Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Coordinated with local public health agencies during community-based infectious disease outbreaks, providing expert guidance on containment efforts within the facility setting.
- Kept teams operating in accordance with latest epidemiological research and sound care practices.
- Coordinated successfully and with full compliance to prevent infections according to facility and Joint Commission standards.
- Investigated outbreaks and revamped control measures to prevent future incidents.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
- Served as an advocate for patient safety, participating in quality improvement initiatives related to infection prevention efforts across all departments.
- Improved patient safety through comprehensive surveillance and data analysis of hospital-acquired infections.
- Educated patients and families about infectious disease prevention strategies, fostering increased understanding and engagement in self-care activities.
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Updated departmental documentation systems, enabling more efficient tracking and reporting of key performance indicators related to infection control programs.
- Enhanced patient outcomes by collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to address infection prevention concerns.
- Presented findings to committees and public interest groups to spearhead necessary changes to policies and procedures.
- Provided timely feedback to healthcare practitioners regarding their adherence to infection control guidelines, reinforcing accountability measures.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of existing infection control policies and procedures, making necessary revisions to adapt to changing needs within the healthcare environment.
- Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
- Conducted regular audits of clinical practices related to infection control measures, identifying areas for improvement and providing targeted recommendations.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Collaborated with clinical leaders to develop policies and procedures related to infectious disease management, improving overall patient care standards.
- Set clear policies to improve success of infection control measures in departments.
- Completed paperwork, recognizing discrepancies and promptly addressing for resolution.
- Gained strong leadership skills by managing projects from start to finish.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
Bacolod City, Philippines10.2008
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Technological University of The Philippines
Talisay City, Philippines08.2004
Skills
- IV Insertion
- Patient Assessment
- Continuing education
- Test Interpretations
- Treatment Plan Modification
- Case Management
Accomplishments
Instrumental in making the hospital as a national awardee (1st place) in the implementation of the antimicrobial stewardship program for tertiary hospitals in the Philippines.
Implemented a quality improvement project in the medical surgical unit which decreased documentation time by 61% and increased employee satisfaction rates by 29% through systematic risk assessment and decreasing documentation time.
Cut operating room overhead costs by half, in the use disinfectant and enzymatic chemicals through analysis of trends and implementation of practical solutions
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
03.2022 - 12.2023
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
08.2017 - 03.2022
Infection Control Nurse
Corazon Locsin Montelibano Memorial Regional Hospital
05.2015 - 08.2017
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Riverside College
Associate of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Technological University of The Philippines
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