Lawrence Macaraeg
Nashville,US
Summary
Experienced Registered Nurse with over 16 years in critical condition management and patient care. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and effectively utilizes advanced medical equipment. Focuses on developing personalized care plans while educating patients and families on health conditions.
Overview
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1
Certification
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse-Adult Medicine Stepdown Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)
02.2025 - Current
- Monitored complex patient conditions and adjusted care plans, ensuring timely interventions for improved patient stability and safety in a high-acuity environment.
- Assessed and interpreted critical lab results and vital signs, enabling swift clinical responses and minimizing risks for vulnerable adult patients.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary teams to streamline handoffs and enhance communication, ensuring seamless transitions and continuity of care.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures and post-discharge instructions, fostering informed decision-making and supporting positive health outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on care procedures and post-discharge instructions, empowering informed decision-making and supporting positive outcomes.
- Advocated for patient needs while collaborating with social workers and case managers, facilitating access to resources and continuity of care for complex cases.
- Assessed complex patient conditions and prioritized nursing interventions using evidence-based clinical judgment.
- Administered medications and treatments while maintaining strict adherence to safety and documentation standards.
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse Reliever
Ascension St. Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - 02.2025
- Delivered patient care, ensured safety and recovery; coordinated team meetings to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs and reported subtle changes promptly, supporting early intervention and safeguarding patient well-being.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, ensured patient safety; evaluated mobility trends to tailor interventions.
- Assessed patient discharge readiness, collaborating with therapists to facilitate seamless transitions and reduce readmission risk.
- Streamlined handover procedures between nursing shifts to improve care continuity and increase patient satisfaction.
- Partnered with physicians to adjust individualized care plans, ensuring interventions aligned with evolving patient needs for better clinical outcomes.
- Implement protocols for communication and outcomes; maintain documentation for compliance and audits.
MS Neuro Unit–Staff Nurse-Seasonal Contract
Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital
08.2024 - 10.2024
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify patient condition patterns, informing tailored nursing care plans.
- Anticipated and recognized changes in the patient's condition and status.
- Monitored the patient's condition and took appropriate actions when changes occur.
- Monitored patient conditions and responded to changes with timely interventions to enhance patient safety.
- Provided emotional support and educated patients and families about their condition.
- Participated in multidisciplinary patient rounds, collaborating with healthcare team to align care goals.
Emergency Department–Staff Nurse PRN
Centennial Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assessed and prioritized patient care to ensure timely interventions and treatments.
- Monitored and documented vital signs to maintain accurate patient records and inform care decisions.
- Assisted with diagnostic tests and procedures, enhancing patient stabilization and recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans, enhancing patient management and outcomes.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop care plans, improving patient management and outcomes.
Emergency Room – Head Nurse/Quality Assurance Officer
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
03.2021 - 09.2022
- Led ER team, ensuring seamless operations and optimal patient care with collaborative efforts.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols, fostering a culture of continuous improvement in patient care.
- Coordinated emergency response, contributing to successful patient stabilization and recovery.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts to stabilize patients effectively and support their recovery.
- Implemented quality assurance protocols to establish continuous improvement processes in patient care.
- Oversaw clinical records accuracy, enhancing data precision and patient treatment outcomes.
- Streamlined triage protocols to reduce patient wait times, enhancing ER throughput and increasing patient satisfaction.
- Streamlined inventory management, maintaining essential supplies for uninterrupted medical services.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary debriefings after critical cases, fostering knowledge sharing and enhancing team responsiveness during emergencies.
Operating Room-Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
04.2020 - 03.2021
- Ensured informed consent and patient readiness, enhancing surgical safety and efficiency.
- Monitored and maintained equipment standards, reducing surgical delays by 20%.
- Collaborated with medical teams to optimize patient outcomes, fostering a supportive care environment.
- Conducted thorough preoperative assessments, ensuring comprehensive patient care and preparation.
- Assisted in surgical procedures, enhancing precision and supporting improved patient recovery.
- Maintained precise instrument counts and enforced strict aseptic technique, ensuring surgical safety and minimizing risk of infection.
- Partnered with surgeons and anesthesia teams to provide optimal patient positioning and effective intraoperative support.
- Monitored and maintained equipment standards, contributing to a 20% reduction in surgical delays.
- Prepared operating room and equipment to exacting standards, ensuring smooth surgical flow.
Emergency Room – Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
09.2018 - 04.2020
- Collaborated with medical teams to optimize patient care and streamline response processes.
- Conducted accurate triage assessments, prioritizing urgent patient needs effectively.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver rapid, cohesive care, enhancing response times for acute cases.
- Executed blood transfusions and provided wound care, contributing to improved recovery outcomes.
- Executed blood transfusions and wound care, improving recovery outcomes.
- Collaborated with medical teams to enhance patient care and response efficiency.
- Documented patient assessments and interventions with precision, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and seamless information handover.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver timely, cohesive care for acute cases.
Medical Surgical–Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
05.2016 - 09.2018
- Admitted and assessed patients, developing tailored nursing care plans for optimal recovery.
- Conducted ECGs and glucose tests, ensuring timely and accurate patient diagnostics.
- Assisted with nasogastric tube insertions, enhancing patient comfort and care quality.
- Provided tracheostomy care and suctioning, maintaining airway patency and patient safety.
- Delivered wound care and enteral feedings, promoting healing and nutritional support.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans to empower informed healthcare decisions.
- Collaborated with medical teams to ensure seamless and high-quality patient care.
- Streamlined patient admissions and assessments to enhance care coordination and facilitate smoother patient transitions.
- Maintained accurate documentation for nursing interventions to ensure compliance and enhance continuity of care.
Ambulance Officer/Nurse
Assisted Medical Evacuation (AME) Ambulance Service, Pte.Ltd
02.2013 - 12.2015
- Assessed patient vitals and symptoms on scene, enabling rapid decision-making and facilitating appropriate emergency interventions for better patient outcomes.
- Stabilized patients during transport by administering timely emergency treatments, resulting in improved survival and recovery rates.
- Ensured operational readiness of vehicles and equipment through thorough cleaning and regular checks.
- Facilitated public interactions at emergency scenes, promoting calm and providing clear information.
- Recorded patient histories and treatments, improving hospital staff's understanding of cases.
- Documented patient histories and treatments, enhancing hospital staff understanding of cases.
- Maintained operational readiness of vehicles and equipment through diligent cleaning and checks.
General Ward Nurse
Urdaneta Sacred Heart Hospital
11.2009 - 09.2011
- Facilitated patient admissions and discharges to promote seamless transitions and continuity of care.
- Monitored patient conditions and identified early signs of complications, enabling timely interventions and improved patient outcomes.
- Monitored and reported changes in patient conditions, promoting timely medical interventions.
- Maintained patient safety and provided nutritional support, enhancing overall well-being and recovery.
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to create a supportive environment for quality patient care.
- Collaborated effectively with healthcare teams, fostering a supportive environment for quality patient care.
- Introduced patient-centric care routines to enhance comfort and support faster recovery for general ward patients.
- Accurately documented patient progress and medication administration, ensuring compliance with hospital protocols and clear communication among care teams.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pangasinan State University
Lingayen, Pangasinan, Philippines04.2009
Skills
- Direct patient care
- Medication management
- Patient assessments
- Strong clinical judgment
- Critical care management
- Patient education
- Family advocacy
- Relationship building
Certification
- California RN License
- LIC # 9534366
- Tennessee RN License
- LIC #257192
- PCCN - Adult Certified Expiration date: 9/30/2029
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support ACLSExpiration date:03/2027
- Basic Life Support (BLS)Expiration date: 03/2027
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Adult Medicine Stepdown Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC)
02.2025 - Current
MS Neuro Unit–Staff Nurse-Seasonal Contract
Ascension St. Thomas West Hospital
08.2024 - 10.2024
Emergency Department–Staff Nurse PRN
Centennial Medical Center
06.2024 - 08.2024
Staff Nurse/ Charge Nurse Reliever
Ascension St. Thomas Rehabilitation Hospital
12.2022 - 02.2025
Emergency Room – Head Nurse/Quality Assurance Officer
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
03.2021 - 09.2022
Operating Room-Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
04.2020 - 03.2021
Emergency Room – Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
09.2018 - 04.2020
Medical Surgical–Staff Nurse
TAGUM DOCTORS HOSPITAL, INC
05.2016 - 09.2018
Ambulance Officer/Nurse
Assisted Medical Evacuation (AME) Ambulance Service, Pte.Ltd
02.2013 - 12.2015
General Ward Nurse
Urdaneta Sacred Heart Hospital
11.2009 - 09.2011
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Pangasinan State University