Dedicated staff nurse with over 10 years of expertise intreatingpatientswith stroke, psychiatric and other neurologicalconditions. Passionate and attentive with talents in assessment, treating new onset and rehabilitative care for stroke patients. Considered expert in NeurologicalStrokeUnit.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse II
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Assess and evaluate patients to determine the cause and effects of illnesses, diseases, and conditions related to stroke, psychiatric and other neurological condition.
Responsible for patient assessment, diagnosis,and intervention of patients with neurological injury or illness.
Work with doctors and other rehabilitation team members to develop individualized care plans for all assigned patients
Coordinate with case manager and the rest of the team for safe discharge process.
Teach life skills to patients who may have lost them due to injury or chronic illnesses
Act as patient advocate by actively listening, reflecting, and guiding them through grieving processes
Qualified to providing rehabilitation support that is of the highest possible quality, and completely patient centered
Competent in using a holistic approach to meeting assigned patients' medical, vocational, and educational needs
To take responsibility for the maintenance, repair and infection control of nursing equipment
To understand, appropriately select and monitor safe use of equipment.
Be competent in the use of medical devices and all other equipment used in the service
Exceptionally well-versed in preparing patients and their families for future self-management and decision-making responsibilities
Proven record of effectively assessing the physical, psychological and spiritual dimensions of patients and families, in a bid to formulate nursing diagnostics
Effectively able to implement plans of care directly to maintain and restore functions and prevent complications in the future
Maintain patient records in line with hospital guidelines and policies for records and records keeping.
Registered Nurse -Neurological Stroke Nurse
Hamad Medical Corporation, QRI
09.2019 - 04.2023
Assess and evaluate patient's condition related to stroke,psychiatric and other neurological condition.
Act as a patient advocate by actively listening, reflecting, and guiding them for physiological and psychological mental health process.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Neuro Critical Care Nurse/ Stroke Nurse
St. Luke's Medical Center- Taguig, Philippines
06.2019 - 08.2019
Managing and planning of the care of critically ill patient
Developed organizational, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills
Involved in integrating evidence-based practice to patient care
Worked as a float nurse to step-down units and other critical areas
Performed full assessments and provide total patient care for 1-2 patients in the Intensive Care Unit
Collaborated with physicians and other medical staff to develop an integrated and holistic patient Plan of Care in alignment with patient and family needs
Administered medications via various routes and monitored patient for adverse effects
Performed as a first responder to Code Blues and Rapid Responses throughout the hospital
Educated patients and families in the areas of medication, safety, prevention, and symptom management
Assisted with the insertion and dressing of central lines and TPN administration
Demonstrated critical thinking skills, specific judgment, and organization skills
Prioritized tasks and adjusts priorities when necessary
Recognized and reported errors and unusual occurrences and analyze contributing factors
Initiated corrective action when appropriate
Computer Charting every 2 hours and as needed.
Staff Nurse
St. Luke's Medical Center, Taguig Philippines
02.2016 - 05.2019
Assess and identify the needs of patients with neurological disorder
Perform physical assessments, neurological exams and assists patient's mobility
Collaborate with Health Care Team to implement pharmacological interventions
Able to perform diagnostic procedure such as Electroencephalography (EEG), Nerve conduction studies (NCS), Evoked Potential (EP), Trans cranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and assists neurologists during Intraoperative monitoring
Administered infusion therapy, including IV fluids and medications
Prepare, administer, and document prescribed medication and report patient reactions to medication and treatments
Assists treating physicians during examinations, treatments and procedures including lifesaving situations
Kept records of the patients and their family history and other required documents
Provide education, information and emotional support to patient's family and caregivers.
Psychiatric Nurse
National Center for Mental Health, Philippines
01.2013 - 12.2013
Renders direct care for a set of patients, facilitating their recovery through social and emotional needs
Supervising medication schedules and evaluating patient progress
Collaborate with a variety of interdisciplinary professionals to determine and provide the best care for our patients
Educating the patients' family about patient conditions and how to create a supportive environment for patients to return for long term care and recovery
Maintaining a safe environment using monitoring devices and restraining techniques where deemed necessary
Provide social support for patients by creating and encouraging patients to take advantage of opportunities such as support groups and other therapeutic measures.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing Adult Health Nursing -
St. Paul University of the Philippines
01.2022
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Our Lady of Fatima University
01.2010
Skills
Multidisciplinary teamwork
Team player
Compassionate care
Charting and reporting
Health assessments
Patient education
Computerized charting specialist
Medication administration (MAR)
Vital signs
Catheter and wound care
IV drug therapy management
Nursing staff leadership
Analytical problem solver
Critical care nursing
Medicine administration
License
Maryland Board of Nursing - Multistate License, R260203, 10/28/2025
Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners, QCHP License, N27311, 12/03/2023
National Council of State Boards of Nursing (NCSBN), NMI Board of Nursing, R190300, 10/17/2024
Mr. Julius Jesus O. Borja, RN, Charge Nurse of Stroke Neurological Unit, Qatar Rehabilitation Institute, Doha, (+974) 3021 5281
Mr. Faisal Al Thamra, RN, Head Nurse of Stroke Neurological Unit, Qatar Rehabilitation Institute, Doha, (+974) 4026 0548
Ladyline Abad, Department Manager of Institute of Neurosciences, St. Lukes Medical Center, Taguig, (+632) 917 6310932
Timeline
Registered Nurse II
Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center
06.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse -Neurological Stroke Nurse
Hamad Medical Corporation, QRI
09.2019 - 04.2023
Neuro Critical Care Nurse/ Stroke Nurse
St. Luke's Medical Center- Taguig, Philippines
06.2019 - 08.2019
Staff Nurse
St. Luke's Medical Center, Taguig Philippines
02.2016 - 05.2019
Psychiatric Nurse
National Center for Mental Health, Philippines
01.2013 - 12.2013
Master of Science in Nursing Adult Health Nursing -
St. Paul University of the Philippines
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Our Lady of Fatima University
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