Giselle Gayle Torralba Biong, BSN, RN
Plainsboro,NJ
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with 12 years of specialized experience in hemodialysis nursing across international JCI-accredited hospitals and U.S.-based outpatient dialysis center. Skilled in initiating, monitoring, and terminating hemodialysis treatments, vascular access management, patient education, emergency response, and infection control. Committed to delivering safe, high-quality, patient-centered renal care.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care
Plainsboro, NJ
08.2022 - Current
- Provide comprehensive hemodialysis care for outpatient ESRD patients in a high-volume dialysis center
- Perform pre-, intra-, and post-dialysis assessments including vital signs monitoring
- Initiate, monitor, and terminate dialysis treatments using strict aseptic technique
- Assess, cannulate, and monitor AV fistulas, grafts, and central venous catheters
- Administer prescribed medications including heparin, erythropoietin, iron, and other medicines
- Respond promptly to dialysis-related complications including hypotension, cramping, and anaphylactic reactions
- Perform basic troubleshooting of dialysis machines
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary team including nurses, patient care technicians (PCTs), social workers, and dietitians to provide comprehensive, patient-centered renal care and improve overall treatment outcomes
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
University Hospital Sharjah
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates
07.2018 - 08.2022
- Delivered professional hemodialysis care in a Joint Commission International (JCI)-accredited tertiary hospital
- Provided dialysis care for both acute and chronic renal patients
- Performed emergency dialysis treatments and participated in on-call rotations
- Assisted nephrologists with insertion and removal of femoral dialysis catheters using sterile technique
- Performed therapeutic plasmapheresis procedures, monitoring patients closely for hemodynamic stability and adverse reactions
- Administered various blood and blood products with strict monitoring for transfusion reactions
- Managed multiple dialysis patients per shift in acute and outpatient settings
- Monitored and documented patient response to treatment and adjusted care accordingly
- Assisted in quality improvement initiatives and departmental patient care reviews
- Participated in continuing education and hospital-wide clinical programs
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
International Modern Hospital
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
12.2016 - 07.2018
- Delivered hemodialysis care in a Joint Commission International (JCI)-accredited hospital
- Provided dialysis care for both acute and chronic renal failure patients
- Performed emergency dialysis treatments and participated in on-call coverage
- Assisted in insertion and removal of femoral dialysis catheters under sterile conditions
- Administered different blood and blood products with close monitoring for transfusion reactions
- Ensured proper disinfection of access sites and adherence to infection control protocols
- Supported safe and effective dialysis treatment delivery in collaboration with nephrologists
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
Asia Renal Care Philippines Inc. (Fresenius Medical Care Company)
Cebu City, Philippines
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Performed comprehensive dialysis nursing care in outpatient setting
- Prepared dialysis machines and dialyzers when technicians were unavailable
- Monitored patients for complications and implemented timely nursing interventions
- Educated patients and families on renal disease management and dialysis care
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Mindanao State University
01-2011
Skills
- Hemodialysis treatment initiation and termination
- Vascular access assessment and cannulation
- Infection control and aseptic technique
- Blood and medication administration
- Dialysis machine troubleshooting
- Patient education and care coordination
- Emergency response and critical thinking
- Fresenius 2008T Hemodialysis Machine
- Fresenius 4008S
- Nipro Surdial X
- Nikkiso DBB
- Nikkiso Exa
- BBraun Dialog
- Plasmapheresis equipment
- Dialysis water treatment systems
Certification
- Registered Nurse – State of New Jersey
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Dialysis Registered Nurse
DaVita Kidney Care
08.2022 - Current
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
University Hospital Sharjah
07.2018 - 08.2022
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
International Modern Hospital
12.2016 - 07.2018
Staff Nurse – Dialysis Unit
Asia Renal Care Philippines Inc. (Fresenius Medical Care Company)
01.2014 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Mindanao State University