Kristine Abuel
Brandon,MS
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Select Specialty Hospital, showcasing exceptional clinical judgment and compassionate care. Expert in managing complex medical conditions with a focus on improving patient outcomes. Skilled in fostering teamwork in high-pressure environments, significantly enhancing patient recovery rates.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2021 - Current
- Provide comprehensive patient care for individuals with complex medical needs in a long-term acute care setting, skillfully managing up to 5 patients per shift.
- Monitor and manage patients on mechanical ventilation, including those with ETT and tracheostomy, ensuring adequate oxygenation while coordinating with RT.
- Administer enteral nutrition through tube feeding via NGT and PEG tubes, assessing patient tolerance and nutritional needs.
- Care for patients with colostomies, providing education on stoma care and management.
- Insert and maintain Foley catheters, ensuring proper function and hygiene.
- Administer IV and PO medications, while monitoring patient reactions and effectiveness.
- Conduct wound care for various types of wounds, implementing evidence-based practices to promote healing and prevent infection.
- Implement and adhere to infection control protocols to minimize the risk of hospital-associated infections.
- Titrate critical drips as per physician orders, monitoring vital signs and patient response closely.
- Utilize restraints safely and in compliance with hospital policies when necessary to prevent injury or harm.
- Collect blood and other specimen for laboratory analysis.
- Document all patient assessments, care provided, and changes in condition accurately and timely in electronic health record system.
Nurse Technician
St Francis Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2020
- Record and monitor patients' vital signs, ensuring timely reporting to RN for any abnormalities.
- Assist patients with ADLs, including bathing, grooming, ambulating, dressing, and feeding, to promote comfort and maintain personal hygiene.
- Conduct bladder scans to assess urinary retention and report findings to nursing staff for appropriate care planning.
- Perform blood sugar checks for diabetic patients, documenting results and notifying RN of any significant variations.
- Provide emotional support to patients and their families.
Registered Nurse, ER
Gapan District Hospital
06.2016 - 12.2016
- Perform initial assessments of patient's conditions, including vital signs and medical history.
- Administer medications, treatments, and intravenous therapies as per physician orders.
- Successfully perform CPR and advanced life support measures for patients in critical conditions, contributing to improved survival rates
- Monitor patient's progress and response to treatments and adjust care as needed.
- Educate patients and families on health conditions, treatments, and preventative care strategies.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation of patient care and treatment outcomes in electronic health records.
- Provide emotional support and reassurance to patients and their families during stressful and traumatic situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nueva Ecija University of Science And Technology
Cabanatuan, Philippines04.2015
Skills
- Clinical judgment
- Compassionate Care
- Specimen collection
- Able to multitask
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
Certification
- Basic life support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiac Life support (ACLS)
Previous Certifications
- Certified Nurse Aid (2018,Oklahoma)
- License Intravenous Nurse (2016,Philippines)
Timeline
Registered Nurse, LTAC
Select Specialty Hospital
02.2021 - Current
Nurse Technician
St Francis Hospital
07.2018 - 12.2020
Registered Nurse, ER
Gapan District Hospital
06.2016 - 12.2016
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Nueva Ecija University of Science And Technology
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