Dedicated Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in critical care and cardiac nursing. Proven track record in mentoring junior nurses and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to implement effective care plans. Expertise in patient assessments and medication administration ensures optimal patient care.
Work History
Registered Nurse
18 Years 5 Months
Yale New Haven Health System | 03.2008 - Current
Care of patients in Cardiac ICU
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure optimal care
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans.
Educated patients and families on health management, disease prevention, and treatment options.
Documented patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately in electronic health records
Mentored junior nurses in clinical skills, fostering professional development and confidence.
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Registered Nurse
2 Years
Stamford Memorial Hospital | 03.2006 - 03.2008
Care of patients in cardiac telemetry
Registered Nurse
2 Years 11 Months
Acute Care Hospital Rugby ND | 04.2003 - 03.2006
Care of patients in medical surgical unit
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Registered Nurse
3 Years 5 Months
Philippine Heart Center | 10.1999 - 03.2003
Care of patients in pediatric ICU
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Urios College | Butuan City Philippines | 03.1998
Skills
Trained in Devices- Pulmonary artery catheter
IABP
Impella
CRRT
arterial line
central lines
mechanical ventilation
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Strong clinical judgment
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification