KEVIN KANAPIA
VALLEJO,USA
Summary
Registered Nurse with over a decade of experience in telemetry and emergency care, demonstrating a commitment to patient safety and advocacy. Proficient in monitoring vital signs, analyzing patient data, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes. Skilled in patient education and emergency response, with a passion for delivering compassionate care and fostering a supportive environment for patients and their families.
Telemetry nursing professional with strong focus on delivering high-quality patient care and optimizing clinical outcomes. Skilled in cardiac monitoring, patient assessments, and emergency response. Known for effective team collaboration and adaptability to changing needs. Consistently reliable and results-driven, with deep commitment to patient safety and well-being.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Telemetry Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare (KAISER MEDICAL, VALLEJO)
Vallejo, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Monitored patient vital signs and telemetry data to identify potential health issues.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and ensure continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on disease management, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Utilized advanced telemetry systems for real-time monitoring and documentation of patient conditions.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives that enhanced patient safety and care delivery efficiency.
- Enhanced patient care by accurately interpreting cardiac monitor readings and promptly reporting critical findings to healthcare team.
- Prevented life-threatening complications by quickly recognizing early warning signs of deterioration in critically ill patients under close observation.
- Administered prescribed medications safely and effectively while closely monitoring potential side effects or adverse reactions.
- Enhanced teamwork within the telemetry unit through active participation in daily huddles, shift handoffs, and collaborative problem-solving sessions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for patients with complex conditions.
- Mentored new nursing staff members by sharing expert knowledge on cardiac monitoring techniques, medication administration protocols, and evidence-based interventions for common conditions seen in telemetry units.
TELEMETRY (TRAVEL) NURSE
KAISER MEDICAL CENTER
ANTIOCH, CA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Provided compassionate patient care while monitoring vital signs, ensuring comfort and safety throughout telemetry procedures.
- Analyzed patient data to identify trends, leading to timely interventions and improved health outcomes for critical patients.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans, enhancing communication and ensuring comprehensive patient management.
- Maintained accurate and detailed patient records, supporting compliance with healthcare regulations and improving care continuity.
- Utilized telemetry equipment with precision, reducing alarm fatigue and increasing response efficiency during critical situations.
TELEMETRY NURSE
NORTH KANSAS CITY HOSPITAL
NORTH KANSAS CITY, MO
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Provided compassionate patient care in a fast-paced telemetry unit, fostering trust and comfort for patients and their families.
- Monitored vital signs and telemetry data, promptly identifying critical changes to enhance patient outcomes and ensure timely interventions.
- Analyzed patient responses to treatment plans, collaborating with medical teams to adjust care strategies for optimal recovery.
- Renal-Specific Duties- Monitor fluid balance, electrolytes and renal function indicator (e.g., BUN, creatinine).
- Educated Patients about renal disease management, diet and medication.
- Care provided for patients undergoing peritoneal dialysis or hemodialysis, including pre- and post-treatment assessment.
- Mentored junior nursing staff in telemetry best practices and patient care techniques.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of patients' conditions, ensuring timely interventions were made.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency by implementing new monitoring technologies and protocols.
PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided compassionate care to pediatric patients in emergency situations, fostering a comforting environment that eased anxiety for families.
- Administered critical interventions promptly, resulting in improved patient outcomes and reduced emergency response times.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, ensuring accurate documentation that informed treatment decisions and enhanced care quality.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care and optimal patient recovery.
- Maintained accurate medical records and coordinated with healthcare providers, upholding compliance with hospital protocols and enhancing operational efficiency.
- Demonstrated exceptional empathy while providing pediatric care, ensuring a positive experience for both patients and their families in high-stress situations.
- Provided immediate assessment and triage for pediatric patients in critical conditions.
- Administered medications and treatments in accordance with established protocols and physician orders.
- Mentored junior nurses on emergency procedures and best practices in pediatric care.
- Reduced wait times for patients through efficient triage and prioritization of critical cases.
- Assisted physicians with diagnostic procedures such as lumbar punctures, suturing lacerations, or inserting intravenous lines when needed.
TRAUMA EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
12.2022 - 08.2023
- Provided compassionate care to trauma patients, ensuring emotional support during critical moments and fostering trust in the healthcare process.
- Assisted in rapid triage processes, significantly reducing patient wait times and enhancing the efficiency of emergency care delivery.
- Prepare and assist in emergency procedures (intubations, chest tubes, wound care, etc.).
- Operate and maintain emergency medical equipment (ventilator, monitor, defibrillator).
- Ensure strict adherence to trauma, infection control and hospital safety protocols.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans, ensuring seamless communication and improved patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions, enabling timely interventions that resulted in noticeable improvements in recovery rates.
- Participated in the development of new protocols for trauma management, contributing to enhanced procedures that improved overall patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement patient-centered care plans.
- Administered critical care interventions to stabilize patients in high-pressure emergency situations.
- Advocated for patient needs, ensuring timely access to resources and follow-up care post-discharge.
- Managed complex cases involving trauma or multiple organ system failures by providing compassionate care alongside advanced clinical interventions.
- Reduced wait times for patients with effective communication between staff members and efficient patient assessments.
HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored vitals, ensuring timely interventions that enhanced patient safety and outcomes.
- Administered chemotherapy, improving recovery rates and patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with teams to create personalized care plans, boosting treatment efficacy.
- Maintained precise records, ensuring regulatory compliance and seamless care transitions.
- Provided compassionate care, fostering trust and addressing patient needs.
- Monitor patients for side effects, infusion reactions and treatment responses.
- Educate patients and families on disease processes, treatment plans, side effects and self-care.
- Coordinate care with oncologists, hematologists, pharmacists, and the interdisciplinary healthcare team.
- Administered chemotherapy and immunotherapy treatments, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols.
- Trained junior nurses in oncology best practices, fostering a culture of continuous learning and support.
- Implemented quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient satisfaction and workflow efficiency within the unit.
- Advocated for patient rights and needs, ensuring compassionate care throughout treatment journeys.
ICU NURSE FOR COVID
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Administered life-saving interventions in the ICU, significantly improving patient recovery rates and reducing hospital stays.
- Executed rapid response protocols in emergency situations, leading to improved patient outcomes and decreased response times.
- Provide critical care nursing to patients with severe COVID-19 and respiratory failure in the Intensive Care Unit.
- Manage patients on ventilators, high-flow oxygen and other advanced respiratory support devices.
- Educate and support patients and families, often through virtual communication due to isolation restrictions.
- Participated in emergency interventions such as intubations, code blues and rapid response situations.
- Monitored patient vitals and documented changes meticulously, enabling timely adjustments to treatment plans and enhancing recovery rates.
- Worked closely with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, resulting in streamlined patient management and improved communication.
- Implemented new infection control measures in the ICU, contributing to a marked reduction in infection rates among patients.
NEUROSURGERY ICU NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Conducted thorough assessments and collaborated with the medical team to develop tailored care plans, enhancing patient outcomes post-surgery.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, ensuring compliance with medical standards and facilitating seamless care transitions.
- Provided specialized critical care to patients recovering from neurosurgical procedures or with acute neurological conditions.
- Monitor and assess neurological status using Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS), pupil checks and Intracranial pressure monitoring.
- Manage patients with Traumatic brain injuries, strokes, spinal cord injuries and post-craniotomy care.
- Operate and manage ventilators and External ventricular drains (EVDs).
- Recognized and respond promptly to signs of neurological deterioration and complications.
- Implemented efficient monitoring protocols, leading to quicker identification of complications and improved patient safety outcomes.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering clinical competency and professional development within the unit.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and streamline workflow efficiencies.
- Delivered age-appropriate medical care for adult, adolescent, and geriatric ICU patients.
- Observed patients' vital signs and administered physician-prescribed medications and treatments.
SURGERY ICU NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES
09.2015 - 02.2019
- Provided critical care nursing to patients recovering from general, abdominal, or thoracic surgical procedures.
- Performed comprehensive assessments and monitor vital signs, hemodynamics status, and surgical site integrity.
- Manage patients requiring ventilation support, invasive monitor lines, and postoperative drains (e.g., chest tubes, JP drains).
- Detect and respond promptly to postoperative complications such as bleeding, infection or organ dysfunction.
- Administered medications and monitored vital signs, ensuring timely interventions that led to improved patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement care plans, enhancing communication and patient safety.
- Evaluated patient conditions and adjusted care strategies based on real-time data, resulting in quicker recovery times.
- Educated patients and families on post-surgical care, leading to increased compliance and reduced readmission rates.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Pedro College, Inc
DAVAO CITY, PHILIPPINES04.2014
Skills
- Intravenous Insertion (Experienced), Emergency Care (Experienced), Patient Safety (Experienced), Patient Education, Patient Advocacy, Emergency Response, Team Collaboration, TELEMETRY
- Patient care
- Basic life support
- Clinical judgment
- Patient education
- Telemetry interpretation
- EKG interpretation
- Telemetry monitoring
- Cardiac monitoring
- Discharge planning
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Medication and IV administration
Certification
- BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
- ADVANCE CARDIAC LIFE SUPPORT (ACLS)
- NATIONAL INSTITUTES OF HEALTH STROKE SCALE (NIHSS)
LANGUAGES
Tagalog (Native), English (Highly proficient).
Timeline
Telemetry Registered Nurse
AMN Healthcare (KAISER MEDICAL, VALLEJO)
12.2025 - Current
TELEMETRY (TRAVEL) NURSE
KAISER MEDICAL CENTER
09.2025 - 12.2025
TELEMETRY NURSE
NORTH KANSAS CITY HOSPITAL
08.2024 - 07.2025
PEDIATRIC EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
09.2023 - 05.2024
TRAUMA EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
12.2022 - 08.2023
HEMATOLOGY AND ONCOLOGY NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
01.2022 - 11.2022
ICU NURSE FOR COVID
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
04.2020 - 12.2021
NEUROSURGERY ICU NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
03.2019 - 03.2020
SURGERY ICU NURSE
SOUTHERN PHILIPPINES MEDICAL CENTER
09.2015 - 02.2019
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Pedro College, Inc