Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Certification
Accomplishments
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Imelda M Amparo

Valencia,CA

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in maternal and newborn care. Proven to remain calm under pressure. Has the ability to enhance patient outcomes through evidence-based interventions and individualized care plans. Certified lactation educator, supporting breastfeeding in all means and effective mentor, fostering skill development in new nurses while leading unit-based initiatives to improve care quality.

With Strong focus on team collaboration with staff, doctors and other disciplinary team to achieve optimal and excellent care. Equipped with expertise in postpartum care, newborn care, and strong knowledge of hospital's policy and procedure.

Experienced Relief charge nurse in postpartum department ensuring an efficient and effective unit work flow and adhering to unit's protocols to deliver excellent care every time.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Kaiser Permanente LAMC
04.2009 - Current
  • Conducted comprehensive assessments of mothers and infants upon admission and daily thereafter.
  • Implemented individualized care plans to support full recovery and transition to motherhood.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional patient care.
  • Applied critical thinking to prioritize nursing interventions based on patient acuity and needs.
  • Enhanced patient outcomes through evidence-based nursing interventions and tailored care strategies.
  • Prepared patients and families for discharge by providing detailed instructions on follow-up appointments and medications.
  • Served as a preceptor, mentoring new nursing staff to foster a supportive work environment.
  • Participated in professional development, obtaining certifications like CLE and RNC-MNN to stay abreast of healthcare trends.
  • Served as a relief charge nurse, overseeing the unit workflow, adhering to unit's protocol and ensuring each team member is delivering optimal care.

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Antelope Valley Hospital
05.2006 - 04.2009
  • Performed complete assessments upon admission to the unit.
  • Implemented individualized care plans according to patient's needs.
  • Performed tasks according to unit's policies and procedures.
  • Interacted with doctors and interdisciplinary teams to ensure appropriate care is provided.
  • Served as preceptor to new nurses and student nurses.
  • Prepared new mothers and family for discharge including detailed instructions on care, medications and ff-up appts.

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Valley Presbyterian Hospital
04.2005 - 05.2006
  • Admitted mother and baby to the unit by performing a thorough assessment.
  • Included new parents in their plan of care to ensure adherence.
  • Implemented care and procedures by following unit's policies and procedures.
  • Collaborated with medical professionals and interdisciplinary teams to deliver exceptional care.
  • Mentored new and student nurses, promoting skill development and confidence in practice.
  • Provided discharge teachings.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Coast Plaza Doctor's Hospital
02.2002 - 04.2005
  • Performed inpatient care by implementing hospital's policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes.
  • Facilitated seamless communication among interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient care.
  • Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses for safety and efficacy.
  • Educated patients and families on discharge instructions including medical and surgical procedures and pain management.
  • Mentored new staff members and nursing students to foster a supportive learning environment.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines

Skills

  • Relief Charge Nurse
  • Magnet Champion
  • Unit-based Care Leader
  • Unit Domain Representative
  • Patient Classification Committee Member

Affiliations

Philippine Nurses Association-Los Angeles Chapter

Certification

Registered Nurse, Certified in Maternal-Newborn Nursing

Certified Lactation Educator

Accomplishments

As a Magnet Champion, I led our unit in the preparation and education of our team members in achieving our hospital's first Magnet Designation.

As a UBC Leader, I coordinated and collaborated with our team members and management to ensure a positive result on our unit's projects and improvements.

Had multiple employee of the month awards and recognitions from patients and colleagues.


Timeline

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Kaiser Permanente LAMC
04.2009 - Current

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Antelope Valley Hospital
05.2006 - 04.2009

Registered Nurse, Postpartum Unit

Valley Presbyterian Hospital
04.2005 - 05.2006

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Coast Plaza Doctor's Hospital
02.2002 - 04.2005

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

University of Santo Tomas