Jennifer Gatchalian
Registered Nurse
30 Nectarine Avenue, Goleta,CA
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in a high demand environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle patients in all walks of life. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse CN II
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
2016.07 - Current
- Deliver patient-centered care in an acute teaching hospital with 519 bed capacity. Rendering expertise to various patient acuity levels to provide intermediate care and implement treatment plans based on individual health needs.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
MDS Coordinator
Alto Lucero Transitional Care (Compass Health Inc)
2013.01 - 2016.07
- Enhanced patient care quality by implementing comprehensive MDS assessments and care plans.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge on CMS guidelines and changes to ensure accuracy in reporting and reimbursement processes.
- Facilitated smooth transitions of care by collaborating with external healthcare providers, ensuring continuity of care for residents.
- Set schedules for staff to start and complete MDS assessments and care plan meetings.
- Improved interdisciplinary team collaboration by organizing regular strategy meetings to discuss care plans and resident needs.
Registered Nurse
Buena Vista Care Center
2006.11 - 2013.01
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation Inc.
2774 Roxas Blvd, Pasay, 1300 Metro Manila Phils.06.1996
Skills
Neuro (step down) Intermediate care
Post operative care of neuro/urology patients
Seizure Management
Tracheostomy Care
Patient care and management
Medication and IV administration
Certification
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
Timeline
Stroke Certified Registered Nurse (SCRN)
2022-02
Registered Nurse CN II
Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital
2016.07 - Current
MDS Coordinator
Alto Lucero Transitional Care (Compass Health Inc)
2013.01 - 2016.07
Registered Nurse
Buena Vista Care Center
2006.11 - 2013.01
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Juan De Dios Educational Foundation Inc.
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