JOCELYN S. PASCUA
Brownstown,MI
Summary
Registered Nurse with extensive experience in diverse healthcare environments, including long-term care, hospitals, and community settings. Proven expertise in critical care, having served as a military nurse for three years across various hospital units such as surgical intensive care, nephrology, and general medicine. Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality patient care and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Dialysis Nurse
Davita
Southgate, MI
06.2021 - Current
- Monitored patients' vital signs during dialysis treatments to ensure safety and effectiveness.
- Administered medications and fluids as prescribed by physicians, adhering to strict protocols.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to develop comprehensive patient care plans tailored to individual needs.
- Maintained accurate electronic patient records and documentation for effective communication.
- Performed routine checks on equipment to guarantee optimal functioning during procedures.
- Trained new nursing staff on best practices and established protocols for enhanced service delivery.
- Responded promptly to patient needs and concerns throughout treatment sessions.
- Assisted physicians with nephrology-related diagnostic tests and procedures, ensuring timely execution.
Dialysis Nurse
Henry Ford Dialysis Center
Dearborn, MI
11.2018 - 04.2021
- Refer to Dialysis Nurse, Davita above for identical job descriptions.
Homecare Nurse
Henry Ford Home Health System
Taylor, MI
01.2016 - 10.2018
- Conducted patient interviews to collect medical histories, vital signs, and measurements.
- Notified physicians of assessment findings and executed drug reconciliation.
- Developed care plans based on nursing diagnoses to establish treatment goals.
- Managed primary care, case management, and medication administration effectively.
- Collected blood and laboratory specimens for testing and analysis.
- Performed suture removals and wound care procedures for diverse age groups.
- Monitored patient responses to chemotherapy and radiation therapy treatments closely.
- Ensured strict adherence to infection control protocols to enhance patient safety.
Homecare Nurse
Unity Homecare
Newport, MI
05.2013 - 12.2015
- Conducted initial assessments to evaluate home care needs for patients and families.
- Provided thorough physical assessments, reporting abnormal findings to physicians.
- Managed drug reconciliation while notifying physicians of assessment outcomes.
- Developed care plans that set goals based on nursing diagnoses and therapeutic actions.
- Engaged patients and families in planning tailored care solutions.
- Initiated preventive and rehabilitative nursing procedures to support patient recovery.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments, ensuring compliance with physician orders.
- Communicated patient needs effectively, reporting condition changes and securing necessary orders.
Homecare Nurse
Older Adult Homecare
Lincoln Park, MI
06.2008 - 06.2014
- Refer to Unity Homecare for identical job descriptions.
Homecare Nurse
Regency Homecare
Sterling Heights, MI
08.2010 - 10.2013
- Refer to Unity Homecare for identical job descriptions.
ICU Nurse and Open Heart Surgery Step Down
Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center
Dearborn, MI
03.2002 - 07.2009
- Monitored heart rhythms and complications for post-open heart surgery patients.
- Assessed patient conditions, planning and implementing customized care plans.
- Recorded vital signs and heart rhythms, ensuring precise documentation.
- Ensured proper functioning of ventilators, monitors, and medical equipment.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications according to physician directives.
- Executed diagnostic orders to enable timely assessments.
- Collaborated with critical care team to enhance patient outcomes.
Staff Nurse
Rivergate Terrace Nursing Home
Riverview, MI
12.1995 - 08.2003
- Evaluated assigned patients in nursing home and documented nursing care plans.
- Monitored vital signs and reported abnormalities to physicians promptly.
- Assisted physicians during examinations and medical procedures as needed.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established nursing protocols.
- Promoted patient independence by setting care goals and educating patients and families.
- Collected specimens and ensured timely delivery to laboratory for analysis.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance comprehensive patient care.
- Maintained accurate medical records to ensure regulatory compliance.
Military Nurse
V. Luna General Hospital-Philippines
Quezon City, Philippines
09.1991 - 11.1994
- Assessed conditions of military patients and dependents, planning and implementing care plans.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs to ensure patient safety.
- Maintained functionality of ventilators, monitors, and other medical equipment.
- Administered intravenous fluids and medications as prescribed.
- Executed orders for diagnostic procedures to facilitate accurate diagnosis.
- Collaborated with critical care team members to optimize patient management.
- Responded to emergencies, adhering to nursing standards and treatment protocols.
- Deployed to community setting for medical mission with medical team to assist physicians in rendering free medical care to indigent patients.
Clinical Instructor
Villasis Community Collage
Villasis, Philippines
06.1989 - 03.1990
- Taught midwifery students in hospital setting.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan
Pangasinan, Philippines11.1990
Skills
- Patient evaluation and intervention
- Critical care nursing
- Professional bedside manner
- CPR certification
- Venipuncture expertise
- NG tube management
- Surgical support care
- Physical assessment skills
- IV therapy management
- Chronic disease management
- Wound vac care
- Pleurx catheter management
- Foley catheter care
- Tracheotomy knowledge
- Insulin administration
- Dialysis operation
- Infection control practices
- Hemodialysis expertise
- Fluid management strategies
- Geriatric treatment
Certification
Bernard Marquillero (RN)
15879 Petros Dr.
Brownstown, MI 48173
Tel. #(586)822-9930
15879 Petros Dr.
Brownstown, MI 48173
Tel. #(586)822-9930
Timeline
Dialysis Nurse
Davita
06.2021 - Current
Dialysis Nurse
Henry Ford Dialysis Center
11.2018 - 04.2021
Homecare Nurse
Henry Ford Home Health System
01.2016 - 10.2018
Homecare Nurse
Unity Homecare
05.2013 - 12.2015
Homecare Nurse
Regency Homecare
08.2010 - 10.2013
Homecare Nurse
Older Adult Homecare
06.2008 - 06.2014
ICU Nurse and Open Heart Surgery Step Down
Oakwood Hospital and Medical Center
03.2002 - 07.2009
Staff Nurse
Rivergate Terrace Nursing Home
12.1995 - 08.2003
Military Nurse
V. Luna General Hospital-Philippines
09.1991 - 11.1994
Clinical Instructor
Villasis Community Collage
06.1989 - 03.1990
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Pangasinan