GLADDIES GRACE FERNANDEZ
REGISTERED NURSE
NEW YORK,NY
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Care Manager with extensive experience at ARCHCARE AT MARY MANNING WALSH, excelling in patient care management and team collaboration. Proven track record in developing effective care plans and enhancing performance improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal patient outcomes through strong clinical assessment and education. Committed to delivering high-quality healthcare services.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Clinical Care Manager
ARCHCARE AT MARY MANNING WALSH
NEW YORK
08.2024 - Current
- Managed patient caseloads according to established guidelines while ensuring timely completion of paperwork.
- Coordinated communication between physicians, nursing staff, patients, and families to facilitate the delivery of healthcare services.
- Facilitated appropriate referrals for specialized treatments or services as needed.
- Participated in performance improvement activities within the department by providing feedback on processes and procedures.
- Educated patients on available resources for managing their conditions both inside and outside the facility setting.
- Developed and implemented patient care plans based on physician orders, assessments, and evaluations.
- Provided guidance and support to medical personnel regarding clinical decisions related to patient care.
- Reviewed medical records in order to identify potential areas of improvement in care delivery methods.
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Buenavida
Brooklyn
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to develop and implement treatment plans for patients.
- Provided leadership during emergency situations ensuring high standards of patient safety are met.
- Analyzed trends in patient demographics, acuity levels, utilization rates and staffing patterns.
- Assessed the need for additional resources such as equipment or supplies within the unit.
- Created individualized patient plans based on assessment findings.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Collaborated with other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining morale.
Charge Nurse
Archcare at Mary Manning Walsh
NEW YORK
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Administered medications as prescribed by physicians while monitoring for side effects.
- Provided physical, emotional, and spiritual support to patients and their families.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans for each patient.
- Educated patients and family members on disease process, medication administration, nutrition and symptom management.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as pain crisis or respiratory distress.
- Assessed patient's needs and developed individualized care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
- Coordinated referrals from hospitals or other facilities when needed during transition period into hospice program.
- Performed advanced nursing functions such as wound care or IV therapy according to established standards of practice.
Hemodialysis Nurse
Emmanuel Hospital Dialysis Center
San Miguel
03.2018 - 06.2021
- Monitored fluid balance of patients during hemodialysis treatments to ensure safe removal or replacement of fluids as prescribed by physician orders.
- Counseled patients on how to manage symptoms associated with end stage renal disease.
- Reported any abnormal findings or changes in condition immediately to attending physicians or charge nurses.
- Provided direct patient care in the dialysis unit, including pre and post-treatment evaluation of patients.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized plans of care for each patient.
- Recognized potential problems that could arise during a treatment session and took appropriate action when needed.
Charge Nurse
Magrabi Hospital
Riyadh
03.2011 - 12.2016
- Delegated tasks appropriately among staff members according to their qualifications.
- Managed inventory of medical supplies and equipment.
- Served as a preceptor for new nurses by providing orientation to unit policies and procedures, coaching on clinical skills, and mentoring on professional development issues.
- Assisted with admission and discharge planning for assigned patients.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives to ensure best practice standards were met within the unit setting.
- Managed staffing levels within the unit while ensuring optimal levels of patient care.
- Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans accordingly.
- Ensured compliance with infection control protocols throughout the facility.
- Monitored vital signs, medication administration, and fluid balance for assigned patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Far Eastern Univeristy
Nicanor Reyes St, Sampaloc,Manila 1008 Philippines03-2007
Skills
- Patient care management
- Care coordination
- Patient education
- Clinical assessment
- Medication administration
- Performance improvement
- Team collaboration
- Lab specimens and collections
- Treatment room preparations
- Direct patient care
- Health education
Accomplishments
- Awarded Best Employee at Mary Manning Walsh Home (November 2024)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Clinical Care Manager
ARCHCARE AT MARY MANNING WALSH
08.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse Supervisor
Buenavida
02.2024 - 08.2024
Charge Nurse
Archcare at Mary Manning Walsh
02.2022 - 02.2024
Hemodialysis Nurse
Emmanuel Hospital Dialysis Center
03.2018 - 06.2021
Charge Nurse
Magrabi Hospital
03.2011 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Far Eastern Univeristy
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