John Mark Kanganasee BSN, RN
Lathrop,California
Summary
Experienced BSN, RN with expertise in long-term acute/sub-acute nursing seeking part-time benefited job opportunity. Provides comprehensive care to patients with tracheostomies, BIPAPs, ventilators, PEG tubes, staged pressure ulcers, wound cares, and more. Specializes in patients with developmental disabilities/intellectual disabilities. Skilled in skilled nursing care, emergency medical care and interventions, and psychiatric/mental health. Possesses extensive knowledge of medications, medical equipment (such as ventilators), and pharmaceuticals. Highly proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word), Point Click Care, and Cerner. Eager to acquire new skills and adapt to a different healthcare environment. Develops strong rapport with patients, families, staff, and other healthcare professionals. Excels in teamwork-style staffing and cooperates effectively with all staff members. Resourceful and capable of multitasking efficiently. Fluent in English and Tagalog, with some Spanish proficiency gained from working in the state of Texas. IV certified (Pharmerica/VIC the PICC certified).
Compassionate Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
RN Charge Nurse
Elwyn North California
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications accurately and safely, reducing medication errors and adverse reactions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans, resulting in better health outcomes.
- Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
- Collaborated with physicians to quickly assess patients and deliver appropriate treatment while managing rapidly changing conditions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care and implementing evidence-based practices.
- Mentored new nursing staff, contributing to a supportive work environment and improved retention rates.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Provided direct patient care, stabilized patients, and determined next course of action.
- Monitored patient reactions to drugs and carefully documented findings.
- Implemented infection control measures within the unit, maintaining a safe environment for both patients and staff members.
- Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
LVN Charge Nurse (IV Certified)
Elwyn North California
04.2018 - 01.2024
- Transitioned to part-time role while employed as a Full-time LVN at Elwyn North California (Long Term Acute/Sub-Acute care facility) to pursue RN License.
- Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
- Promoted continuity of care by maintaining comprehensive medical records and updating physicians on significant changes in patients'' conditions.
- Cultivated strong working relationships with physicians by maintaining open communication, providing timely updates on patients'' status, and actively participating in care coordination efforts.
- Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts through efficient handoff reports that highlighted critical information for incoming nurses.
LVN Charge Nurse (IV Certified)
Piedmont Gardens
06.2015 - 04.2018
- Employed as Full time IV certified LVN at Piedmont Gardens Skilled Nursing Facility in Oakland, California from 2015-2018.
- Administered medications accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring proper treatment for various conditions.
- Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences.
- Promoted a positive work environment among nursing staff through collaboration, open communication, and support.
- Provided high-quality wound care, reducing the risk of infection and promoting timely healing.
- Mentored new LVN hires through the orientation process, sharing expertise to support their integration into the team successfully.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team of healthcare and social service providers to address patients' needs through effective intervention and care planning.
- Oversaw patient conditions, administered medicine, performed interventions and took detailed records.
Psych Tech & Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
12.2011 - 01.2015
- Worked as a Psych Tech and Certified Nursing Assistant at Doctors Hospital at Renaissance in Edinburg, Texas for 3 years and 2 months. Perform float pool duties across various units such as Telemetry, Intensive Care Unit, Step-down, ER, Medical-Surgical, PACU(Recovery), etc.
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
Metro Manila, Philippines03.2010
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Clinical Judgement
- Compassion and Empathy
- Discharge Planning
- Geriatric Care
- Quality Improvement
- Medication and IV administration
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessments
- Team Coordination
- Strong Clinical Judgment
- Patient Monitoring
- Staff Supervision
Certification
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
- Registered Nurse, California
- Registered Nurse, Northern Mariana Islands/Saipan (U.S. Territory)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN)
- LVN, California
- LVN, Northern Mariana Islands/Saipan(U.S. Territory)
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), Texas
Recommendations
- Name, Email Address and Mobile/Phone number:
- Hirdeep Chahal RN - ihirdeepchahal@gmail.com, (408) 466-2580
- Mia Sarapanyuk RN - miacarolino@yahoo.com, (510) 378-5890
- Aiyan Li RN - aiyanli0@yahoo.com, (510) 529-6766
- Richmond Santos RN - s_richmond22@yahoomail.com, (510) 935-1408
Personal Information
Title: RN, BSN
Basketball, Chess, Badminton, Riding a bike, Cooking, Staycations.
My hobbies are playing Basketball, Chess, Badminton, Riding a bike, Cooking, Staycations.
Additionally, I also enjoy playing very highly competitive online games and watching Netflix.
Languages
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
RN Charge Nurse
Elwyn North California
01.2024 - Current
LVN Charge Nurse (IV Certified)
Elwyn North California
04.2018 - 01.2024
LVN Charge Nurse (IV Certified)
Piedmont Gardens
06.2015 - 04.2018
Psych Tech & Certified Nursing Assistant(CNA)
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance
12.2011 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Our Lady of Fatima University
- Basic Life Support (CPR)
- Registered Nurse, California
- Registered Nurse, Northern Mariana Islands/Saipan (U.S. Territory)
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing(BSN)
- LVN, California
- LVN, Northern Mariana Islands/Saipan(U.S. Territory)
- CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention), Texas
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