Kim Justine Canoza

• Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
• Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
• Utilized evidence-based practice guidelines when making decisions regarding patient care needs.
• Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
• Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
• Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.

• Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated patient care plans in collaboration with healthcare professionals.
• Provided attentive care to a diverse group of adult patients managing acute and chronic conditions, including renal failure, cardiac issues, and respiratory conditions.
• Managed patients with medical devices such as tracheostomy tubes, chest tubes, PEG tubes, wound vacuums, and more.
• Evaluated telemetry readings and collaborated with healthcare professionals to develop patient care plans.
• Monitored telemetry for patients with cardiac conditions, assessing their cardiac rhythms, and administering medications as ordered. Interpreted cardiogram strips accurately and reported abnormal findings immediately.
• Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
• Ensured accurate administration of prescribed medications, including specific cardiac drips authorized for use within the department.
• Provided direct and individualized bedside nursing care for pre- and post-surgery patients, while evaluating medical information.
• Performed various medical procedures such as changing dressings, inserting catheters, starting IVs, and conducting blood draws.
• Adjusted specialized medical equipment as needed, interpreted and recorded measurements.
• Adhered to nursing best practices, standards, and protocols.
• Collaborated with physicians, pharmacists, and physical therapists to establish comprehensive patient care strategies and ensure consistent treatment progress.
• Provided emotional support and compassionate care to patients and families during difficult moments.
• Ensuring compliance with patient care and safety regulatory and accreditation standards.

Relief Charge Nurse roles

• Provided leadership to nursing staff through delegation of tasks and direction of workflow within the unit.
• Facilitated communication between healthcare providers across all levels of care within the hospital setting.

• Provided direct patient care, including wound dressing changes, administering medications, injections, and other treatments.
• Provided motion therapy to aid in the recovery of injured individuals.
• Monitored vital signs of orthopedic patients and reported any abnormalities to physicians.
• Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions used in the treatment of orthopedic disorders or injuries.
• Conducted pre-operative teaching sessions with patients and families prior to scheduled surgeries.
• Monitored patient recovery progress and provided emotional support to patients and family members.
• Ensured that all post-operative orders were completed in a timely manner per hospital policy guidelines.
• Assisted in preparing patients for discharge by providing education about follow-up care instructions.
• Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
• Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
• Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

• Demonstrated expertise in delivering comprehensive healthcare services to patients in 1:1 ratio.
• Provided compassionate care for terminally ill patients, ensuring their comfort and dignity during end-of-life stages.
• Demonstrated proficiency in providing timely healthcare interventions according to physician orders, with emphasis on critical evaluation and managing cardio-pulmonary conditions.
• Delivered patient-centered nursing care through the administration of both parenteral and enteral medications as well as by providing basic and skilled treatments.
• Utilized expertise in airway management to execute tasks such as endotracheal care, oxygen therapy, suctioning, tracheostomy care and ventilator management.
• Assisted doctors in a variety of bedside procedures.
• Coordinated with healthcare professionals and family members to create customized care plans for patients.
• Collaborated with healthcare team in creating and executing tailored patient care plans.
• Closely monitor vital signs to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Provided emotional support and companionship to patients and families, fostering comfort and reassurance in difficult circumstances.
• Ensuring strict adherence to infection control protocols, preventing the spread of infectious diseases in a private ward.

• Delivered high-quality healthcare services to an individual patient in accordance with medical staff directives and institutional goals.
• Utilized nursing techniques to promote the comfort and well-being of patients.
• Administered prescribed medications and closely monitored patient reactions to treatments.
• Ensured proper wound care by assisting physicians with dressing changes and wound cleaning.
• Monitored patients' vital signs, accurately interpreted deviations from normal, and promptly reported them to attending physician; diligently tracked patients' progress.
• Incorporated critical assessment skills to effectively administer physician-prescribed treatment, ensuring proper cardio-pulmonary support.
• Administered parenteral and enteral medications, while providing essential nursing care for patients.
• Assists doctors with various bedside procedures.
• Ensured patient safety and security by implementing infection control measures and maintaining a clean, organized environment.

• Provided comprehensive care to a diverse patient population, ranging from pediatric to geriatric.
• Managed and monitored patients with various medical conditions and needs, ensuring high-quality care and patient safety.
• Provided top-notch care by effectively prioritizing and addressing patient needs.
• Worked collaboratively with other members of healthcare team to achieve individualized patient care goals.
• Applies nursing process and theories for assessing, planning, diagnosing, implementing, evaluating, and modifying patient care using psycho-social and physical science.
• Identifies and takes prompt, appropriate action in response to changes in patient condition, making safe decisions; analyzes situations accurately and implements effective strategies.
• Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.