To meet the health care needs of the community. Versatile Registered Nurse with over Twenty years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in critical care and step-down units. Proven leader who is skillful in uniting and guiding healthcare team members in achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
10.2019 - Current
Treats patients recovering from acute conditions, surgeries, and injuries
Record patients’ medical histories and symptoms
Performs diagnostic tests and records results
Administers treatments and medications ordered by the physician and by hospital policy
Provides advice and emotional support to patients and their families
Before a patient leaves the hospital, teach patients and their families how to manage their illness or injury
Explains post-treatment home care needs, which can include diet and exercise regimens, nutrition, and self-medication procedures.
Registered Nurse
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Las Vegas, NV
01.2006 - 09.2019
Treats patients recovering from acute conditions, surgeries, and injuries
Record patients’ medical histories and symptoms
Performs diagnostic tests and records results
Administers treatments and medications ordered by the physician and by hospital policy
Provides advice and emotional support to patients and their families
Before a patient leaves the hospital, teach patients and their families how to manage their illness or injury
Explains post-treatment home care needs, which can include diet and exercise regimens, nutrition, and self-medication procedures.
Managing Partner and Registered Nurse
Nurse Pro, LLP
Las Vegas, NV
08.2011 - 08.2014
Responsible for aspects of company’s staffing needs, including recruiting, training, and retaining employees
Duties include administrative work
Involved in writing and disseminating job descriptions
Responsible for keeping accurate records of staff and making sure employees and partners are in compliance with hospital policies
Also, functions as a registered nurse to fulfill the staffing needs of hospitals in contract.
Director of Patient Care Services, Administrator, and Registered Nurse
Pacific Home Health Care, Inc.
Las Vegas, NV
01.2011 - 02.2012
Adheres to and implements all agency policies, procedures, and protocols to maintain the highest quality of care
Participates in the planning and coordination of care with the care manager
Responsible for coding and recording ICD, International Classification of Diseases per healthcare provider’s diagnoses and US federal government’s guidelines
Provides health care instructions to the client and or caregiver as appropriate per assessment and care plan
Provides skilled nursing care as outlined in the plan of care
Delivers direct patient care, including but not limited to assessments, patient/family teaching, venipuncture for lab draws, IV therapy, and wound dressing changes
Monitors clinical practice through direct observation on a quarterly basis
Makes and documents supervisory visits very 14 days for patients under a skilled plan of care, to assure quality patient care by Home Health Aides
Makes and documents supervisory visits very month for LPNs
Works collaboratively with the clinical staff and professional community in the areas of community education and referral development
Provides ongoing assessment of patient care services.
Registered Nurse
Mountain View Hospital
Las Vegas, NV
08.2004 - 12.2005
Accepts responsibilities delegated by the Charge Nurse or Team Leader
Implements the nursing care as outlined in the care plan
Provides quality care in the application of the philosophy and objective of nursing service in the assigned area
Assists physicians with procedures and treatments
Performs patient care within the principles of team nursing.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Purdue University Global
03.2020
Graduate Level Courses -
Charles Drew University of Medicine & Science
12.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Universidad De Santa Isabel
03.2002
Skills
Compassionate, dedicated, and skilled Registered Nurse with nineteen years of combined experience in different Intensive Care Unit Specialties, Medical/Surgical floor, and Intermediate Care Unit Have many years of experience recovering open-heart surgery patients Former preceptor in Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit and current preceptor in Cardiac Intermediate Care Unit Proficient in managing time, prioritizing important tasks, and exercising sound judgment necessary to practice quality patient care Able to handle challenging situations with a professional and calm demeanor, and aims to resolve issues as it arise Believes in practicing our nursing job with integrity and putting patient care and safety above anything else while following the institution’s vision and goals
Certification
Registered Nurse, NV
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Nurse Preceptor
Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN)
Awards Recognitions
Certificate of Appreciation from the Department of Army, May 2020
Icare4u recognition from Patient Placement, Maria Peralta, March 2022
Multiple Daisy Award Nominations and letters from patients and families
Preceptor of the Month, April 2023
Professional Organization
American Association of Critical Care Nurses
National Association of Realtors
Languages
English
Filipino
Spanish (conversational)
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional
Accomplishments
Certificate of Appreciation from the Department of Army, May 2020
Icare4u recognition from Patient Placement, Maria Peralta, March 2022
Multiple Daisy Award Nominations and letters from patients and families
Preceptor of the Month, April 2023
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse / Relief Charge Nurse
University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
10.2019 - Current
Managing Partner and Registered Nurse
Nurse Pro, LLP
08.2011 - 08.2014
Director of Patient Care Services, Administrator, and Registered Nurse
Surgical Technician at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada-Trauma CenterSurgical Technician at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada-Trauma Center
Interventional Radiology Scheduler at University Medical Center of Southern NevadaInterventional Radiology Scheduler at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada
Executive Director of Finance / Controller at University Medical Center of Southern NevadaExecutive Director of Finance / Controller at University Medical Center of Southern Nevada