IMELDA RAMOS BSN, RN-BC
Gainesville
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Florida Shands Hospital
06.2012 - Current
- Utilized nursing process to establish care plan for medical surgical patients.
- Conducted patient assessments such as routine and focused head-to-toe physical assessments and monitoring of vital signs.
- Analyzing lab results, interpreting basic telemetry, and recognizing the early signs of clinical deterioration or adverse reactions to prevent complications.
- Draw blood, insert catheters and IV's.
- Conducted infection control management of central line/PICC /Midline and Foley catheters.
- Conducted wound and ostomy care such as performing sterile dressing changes, managing surgical incisions, and caring for drains, wound vacs, and ostomy appliances.
- Safely administering oral, IV, IM and SQ medications, managing infusion pumps, and transfusing blood products.
- Administering respiratory care such as oxygen therapy, oral/nasotracheal suctioning, tracheostomy/laryngectomy care and chest tube care and monitoring.
- Inserting and managing nasogastric (NG) tubes, administering tube feedings/TPN, managing urinary catheters, and performing bladder irrigations.
- Pre-surgical/post surgical care and monitoring including pain management and anesthesia monitoring.
- Implementing Infection control protocols including management and central line and foley catheters
- Provided care coordination. Acting as the link between the patient, their family, and the broader healthcare team (including doctors, physical therapists, and case managers).
- Documented treatments delivered, medications administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Serve as Charge Nurse of the unit.
Registered Nurse, Part Time Staff
Select Specialty Hospital
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Delivered individualized patient care and treatment plans for patient undergoing recovery and rehabilitation.
- Monitored vital signs and health conditions of medically complex patients who require extended hospital stays—typically weeks instead of days—to recover from catastrophic illnesses, severe injuries, or systemic infection.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on post-rehabilitation strategies for optimal health management.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care strategies for residents.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and administered.
Registered Nurse, Part Time Staff
Gainesville Health Care Center
01.2013 - 06.2013
- Provided skilled nursing care to patients with challenging behavioral symptoms related to cognitive decline and elderly patients in nursing home.
- Administered patient care plans and monitored vital signs to ensure optimal health outcomes.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatment plans.
- Documented treatments delivered, and medications administered.
Health Program Manager
Department of Health Region 8
01.2004 - 01.2012
- Responsible for strategic planning, budget and grant oversight, team coordination, and community outreach.
- Assess community health needs, design interventions, and set performance metrics based on public health data.
- Developed comprehensive project plans with clear timelines, milestones, and budget requirements, ensuring timely delivery of health initiatives.
- Coordinate teams, manage budgets, ensure compliance with health standards, and analyze data to improve health outcomes.
- Build partnerships with local nonprofits, government agencies, and healthcare providers to ensure successful program implementation.
Resident Physician, Pediatric Department
Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Conducted direct patient care as a resident physician using clinical experience, judgment, professionalism, cognitive knowledge, and technical skills.
- Formulated treatment plan for hospitalized patients including rounding and consultations, gathering histories, performing physical exams, entering medication and management orders.
- Performed and Interpreted applied laboratory tests, diagnostic procedures, and therapeutic modalities.
- Explained and educated patient and care givers on diagnoses, treatment options, risks, benefits and preventive care strategies.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for patients.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all patient encounters, ensuring accurate record-keeping for future reference and follow-up care.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio De San Lorenzo Ruiz De Manila
North Samar, Philippines10-2003
Master of Arts - Public Health
Southwestern University
Cebu Philippines03-2011
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
Remedios T. Romualdez Medical Foundation
Tacloban City Philippines04-1998
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Philippines
Tacloban City04-1994
Skills
- Patient Assessment & Monitoring
- Critical Thinking & Care Planning
- IV insertion & Lab draws
- IV Therapy & Pharmacology
- Cardiac management
- Respiratory Management
- Gastrointestinal & GU Care
- Infection Control- Central line, Foley Catheter, Wound & Ostomy Care,
- Patient Education
- Care Coordination & Teamwork
- Documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse in State of California since September 2015 to present
- Registered Nurse in State of Florida since June 2012 to present
- Medical-Surgical Nurse Certification since August 2019 to present
- Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Part Time Staff
Select Specialty Hospital
07.2013 - 09.2013
Registered Nurse, Part Time Staff
Gainesville Health Care Center
01.2013 - 06.2013
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
University of Florida Shands Hospital
06.2012 - Current
Health Program Manager
Department of Health Region 8
01.2004 - 01.2012
Resident Physician, Pediatric Department
Eastern Visayas Regional Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2004
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Colegio De San Lorenzo Ruiz De Manila
Master of Arts - Public Health
Southwestern University
Doctor of Medicine - Medicine
Remedios T. Romualdez Medical Foundation
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Philippines