Joan Del Carmen
Registered Nurse
Chester,VA
Summary
Compassionate and resilient healthcare professional with calm demeanor and excellent problem-solving skills. Well-versed in critical care procedures and patient assessment, adept at utilizing advanced medical technologies and implementing patient care plans. Dedicated to providing high-quality care and improving patient outcomes through effective collaboration and diligent practice. Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
- 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.
- 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.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
- Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Handled ventilator support, feeding tubes and central lines.
- Assisted physicians with bedside procedures, ensuring accurate treatment administration and timely patient recovery.
- Demonstrated advanced critical thinking skills while managing complex clinical situations involving multiple organ systems failures in critically ill patients.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Improved patient outcomes by developing and implementing individualized care plans for critically ill patients.
- Reduced patient complications by promptly identifying changes in condition and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Identified patients' current needs through careful observation, vitals monitoring and discussions with loved ones or patients.
- Increased family involvement in patient care by providing timely updates on their loved one''s progress and addressing any concerns or questions they may have had.
- Enhanced ICU team efficiency by providing continuous education on best nursing practices and protocols.
- Streamlined workflow by efficiently prioritizing tasks during high-stress situations, leading to better overall performance of the ICU team.
- Facilitated smooth patient transitions from the ICU to other units by providing detailed reports and recommendations for ongoing care.
- Participated in continuing education opportunities to remain current on best practices and advancements within the field of critical care nursing.
- Effectively managed stressors associated with working in an intensive care setting while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Cared for wounds such as surgical sites and pressure sores to prevent infection and promote healing.
- Fostered caring, compassionate and respectful care environment by treating every patient with professionalism.
- Promoted a safe environment by enforcing infection control policies and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Recorded patients' medical status and treatment details in electronic charts to accurately document medical care.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
03.2011 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Consistently maintained accurate documentation of patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Provided health education to patients and families regarding discharge instructions and plans of care.
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
07.2007 - 02.2011
- Provided emotional support and guidance to new mothers and families during labor, delivery and postpartum.
- Responded to emergency situations such as pre-eclampsia, early labor, and fetal distress.
- Assisted physician during delivery, examination and surgical procedures by anticipating needs, encouraging patient, and attending to baby after birth.
- Supported physicians in both planned and emergency Cesarean section procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Baguio
Philippines03-2007
Skills
- Hemodynamics monitoring
- ECG
- Neurological monitoring
- Telemetry monitoring
- Compassionate care
- Endotracheal intubation
- Metabolic function monitoring
- Renal function management
- Ventilator management
- End-of-life care
- Clinical judgment
- Cardiac monitors
- Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS)
- Patient monitoring
- Patient assessment
- Documentation and reporting
- Adaptable and flexible
- Reliable and responsible
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- NIHSS Training and Certification
- Continuing Education:
-Hypertension in Pregnancy
-Pneumothorax and Hemothorax
-Chest Tubes
- CPR/AED Certification
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
Bon Secours Memorial Regional Medical Center
03.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
01.2019 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
03.2011 - 12.2018
Registered Nurse, Labor and Delivery
James L. Gordon Memorial Hospital
07.2007 - 02.2011
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification (ACLS)
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- NIHSS Training and Certification
- Continuing Education:
-Hypertension in Pregnancy
-Pneumothorax and Hemothorax
-Chest Tubes
- CPR/AED Certification
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Baguio
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