Jocelyn Alfiler
University Hospital
Hackettstown,NJ
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Language
1
Certification
34
years of professional experience
Dedicated RN with expertise in patient care, team collaboration, and education. Committed to implementing effective care plans and ensuring patient safety through compassionate support and meticulous attention to detail.
Work History
Registered Nurse
21 Years 6 Months- Utilized advanced assessment skills to quickly identify changes in patient condition requiring intervention or escalation of care.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Conducted patient assessments, recorded vitals, and analyzed records and charts to define care requirements.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient needs, preferences, and potential complications.
- Coordinated with healthcare staff from various disciplines to devise, carry out, and manage personalized care plans to benefit patient health and recovery.
- Reduced hospital readmission rates through thorough discharge planning and patient education on self-care management strategies.
- Administered life-saving medications and therapies under strict protocols, guiding patients towards recovery from acute illnesses or injuries.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Conducted thorough assessments and documentation of patient health status.
- Advocated for patients' needs through effective communication with families and healthcare providers.
- Utilized electronic health record systems for accurate documentation and streamlined information sharing.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
- Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Registered Nurse
12 Years 4 Months- Administered critical care interventions and medications in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop patient-centered care plans.
- Monitored patient vital signs, recognizing changes to ensure timely interventions.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, promoting informed decision-making.
- Trained and mentored new nursing staff on best practices and emergency protocols.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Assisted physicians during invasive procedures such as central line insertions or intubations, ensuring safe and accurate completion of tasks.
- Streamlined emergency room operations by efficiently triaging patients according to the severity of their condition.
- Facilitated clear communication with patients, families, and colleagues, fostering a positive environment in a fast-paced setting.
- Answered codes quickly and orchestrated efficient, skilled medical care.
- Deescalated tense situations involving agitated patients or family members through active listening skills and empathetic responses.
- Teamed on trauma and emergency interventions involving serious head injuries, gunshot wounds, and thoracic trauma.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during crisis situations, helping them cope more effectively with difficult circumstances.
- Prevented medication errors by diligently verifying drug orders against patient records before administering treatments.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes during high-stress situations.
- Educated patients and families on post-discharge care instructions, promoting adherence to prescribed regimens for improved health outcomes at home.
- Administered different therapies and medications in line with physician orders and treatment plan.
- Updated personal nursing knowledge through continuing education courses, staying current on best practices in emergency medicine.
- Ensured continuity of care by thoroughly documenting vital information in electronic health records systems for seamless transitions between healthcare providers.
- Educated patients and answered questions about health condition, prognosis, and treatment.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
- Reduced wait times by swiftly completing documentation and communicating effectively with medical staff.
- Improved patient safety by adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Skills
Medication and IV administration
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
IV insertion
Phlebotomy
Patient relations
Certification
Basic Life Support
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Pediatric Advanced Life Support
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Registered Nurse
University Hospital
01.2004 - 07.2025Read More
Registered Nurse
Orange Memorial Hospital
09.1991 - 01.2004Read More
Central Philippine University
Bachelor of Science from Nursing
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