Lorelei De Jesus PhRN
Waipahu,HI
Summary
Compassionate nursing professional skilled in patient assessment and critical care. Demonstrated experience in emergency response and pain management, prioritizing patient safety and satisfaction. Collaborates effectively with healthcare teams to implement individualized care plans, enhancing recovery outcomes and maintaining high standards of patient care.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certificate
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Post Anesthesia Care Unit Staff Nurse
Holy Child Hospital
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental Philippines
09.2025 - 05.2026
- Monitored patients' vital signs post-anesthesia to ensure stable recovery outcomes.
- Administered medications and managed pain following physician guidelines.
- Conducted patient assessments and provided immediate care.
- Collaborated with surgical teams to facilitate seamless transitions post-surgery and optimize patient outcomes.
- Educated patients and families on recovery protocols and discharge instructions to enhance understanding and compliance.
- Responded promptly to medical emergencies with a high level of professionalism.
- Interpreted laboratory results and diagnostic imaging for comprehensive evaluations.
- Maintained clean, safe environment in post-anesthesia care unit to uphold patient safety and comfort.
EMERGENCY ROOM STAFF NURSE
Holy Child Hospital
Dumaguete City, NEGROS ORIENTAL PHILIPPINES
10.2023 - 09.2025
- Assessed and treated patients with life-threatening conditions to provide timely interventions.
- Streamlined triage processes for incoming emergency cases, enhancing patient care delivery.
- Monitored vital signs to track changes in patient conditions effectively.
- Requested diagnostic tests such as laboratory tests, X-rays, and EKGs.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to accurately identify patient conditions.
- Implemented strict safety measures by verifying medication dosages prior to administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for optimal patient outcomes.
- Offered emotional support and guidance to patients and families during emergencies, fostering trust and reassurance.
UNIVERSITY CLINIC NURSE
Negros Oriental State University
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental Philippines
09.2021 - 06.2023
- Delivered direct patient care in fast-paced university clinic environment.
- Monitored vital signs, lab results, and health data for comprehensive assessments.
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses to ensure effective treatments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team members to deliver comprehensive patient care, improving overall treatment outcomes.
- Educated patients on health management and treatment plans, enhancing understanding and adherence.
- Responded promptly to patient inquiries, enhancing satisfaction and trust.
- Documented patient histories and vital signs in electronic health records, ensuring accurate and timely information for ongoing care.
- Maintained orderly and sanitized clinical equipment and supplies to support efficient patient care.
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Head NurseNurse
Ace Dumaguete Doctors Hospital
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental Philippines
06.2019 - 09.2019
- Improved customer satisfaction through innovative problem-solving strategies.
- Collaborated with diverse teams to meet project goals and deadlines.
- Provided consistent support and guidance to colleagues, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge through advanced training and continued education.
- Addressed customer needs promptly and effectively to enhance service quality.
- Utilized technical expertise to troubleshoot complex issues and implement solutions.
- Conducted routine maintenance on mechanical systems, ensuring operational efficiency.
- Streamlined task management to enhance workflow and productivity to accomplish service objectives.
OBSTETRIC AND GYNECOLOGY REGISTERED NURSE
King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital
Jeddah , Saudi Arabia
03.2008 - 08.2014
- Provided comprehensive prenatal and postnatal care to expecting mothers, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Monitored vital signs and assessed patient conditions during hospital stays for timely interventions.
- Administered medications and managed IV therapy, ensuring adherence to established protocols for patient safety.
- Responded effectively to emergencies in labor rooms, ensuring swift patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes across departments.
- Instructed new mothers on infant care techniques, including bathing and feeding practices.
- Trained and mentored nursing staff in obstetrics, fostering a culture of high standards in patient care.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives, contributing to enhanced maternal and newborn care outcomes.
CLINIC Staff Nurse
Khalid Polyclinic
Jeddah , Saudi Arabia
12.2000 - 01.2007
- Administered medications and treatments per physician orders, ensuring dosage accuracy.
- Monitored patient vital signs, promptly reporting changes to healthcare team to ensure timely intervention.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing life-saving interventions and support.
- Ensured safety precautions during patient care to maintain high-quality standards.
- Performed diagnostic tests, including blood draws and EKGs, efficiently and accurately.
- Collaborated with doctors and specialists to enhance patient care procedures.
- Instructed family members on home care needs post-discharge, enhancing patient recovery and safety at home.
- Led team by effectively delegating tasks among multidisciplinary members, improving workflow and patient care coordination.
Staff Nurse
Misamis Occidental Provincial Hospital
Oroquieta City, Misamis Occidental
10.1999 - 05.2000
- Administered medications and closely monitored patient responses to optimize recovery.
- Assisted in emergency procedures and trauma care, demonstrating proficiency under pressure.
- Monitored vital signs, documenting changes promptly to facilitate timely interventions.
- Coordinated multidisciplinary care with physicians and healthcare teams to ensure consistent treatment and facilitate optimal recovery.
- Delivered direct patient care across various hospital departments, ensuring compliance with quality standards and enhancing patient outcomes.
- Maintained accurate patient records and documentation, aligning with healthcare regulations.
- Educated patients on medical treatments, addressing questions and providing resources to empower informed decision-making.
- Facilitated transitions to home care, delivering discharge instructions for ongoing recovery.
Volunteer Nurse Trainee
Holy Child Hospital
Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental Philippines
08.1997 - 01.1999
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff.
- Obtained vital signs and checked blood glucose levels of assigned patients.
- Monitored and recorded vital signs, including blood pressure and temperature.
- Responded quickly to emergencies in a calm and professional manner.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Demonstrated knowledge of basic life support techniques such as CPR and first aid management.
- Assisted nursing staff with direct patient care under supervision of RN.
- Assisted nurses with patient care and daily living activities.
- Assisted patients with daily living tasks by helping with bathing, changing clothes and trips to restroom.
- Assisted staff with passing meal trays and feeding patients.
- Protected patient wounds and infections by applying clean dressings, stockings and support bandages.
- Supported post-operative care, monitoring patient recovery and reporting to RN.
- Assisted with the implementation of patient care plans developed by nursing staff.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to coordinate patient care plans.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact, and evaluate patient care plans.
- Facilitated communication between patients, families, healthcare providers, and other personnel involved in patient care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care delivery.
- Participated in nursing staff meetings to discuss new developments or changes in policy or procedure implementation.
- Conducted regular rounds throughout the facility to assess the well-being of all patients.
- Shadowed nursing staff to better understand care approaches and learn proper procedures.
- Prepared and maintained medical equipment for procedures and treatments.
- Prepared equipment for use prior to each procedure or treatment session.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols within the clinical setting.
- Ensured cleanliness and safety of patient environment at all times.
- Participated in training sessions to enhance nursing skills and knowledge. to enhance nursing knowledge and skills.
- Assisted physicians with various medical procedures.
- Transferred patients from room to x-ray or lab by wheelchair or bed.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
03-1995
Master of Public Health -
- Research: Health and Nutrition Status Assessment of Barangay Agan-an Sibulan, Negros Oriental: Basis for Health Promotion Intervention Program.
Skills
- Post-anesthesia monitoring
- Pain management
- Medication administration
- Patient monitoring and assessment
- Vital signs evaluation
- Interdisciplinary collaboration
- Clinical judgment
- Sedation monitoring
- Airway management
- Intravenous therapy
- IV insertion and infusions
- IV fluid administration
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Clinical documentation practices
- Patient recovery assessments
- Cardiac monitoring
- Advanced life support
- Pain control management
- Infection control measures
- Critical thinking
- Vital signs recording
- Infection control measures
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Limited
Certification
- Philippine Regulation Commission License no. 0292519 valid thru 07/06/2028
Timeline
Post Anesthesia Care Unit Staff Nurse - Holy Child Hospital
09.2025 - 05.2026
EMERGENCY ROOM STAFF NURSE - Holy Child Hospital
10.2023 - 09.2025
UNIVERSITY CLINIC NURSE - Negros Oriental State University
09.2021 - 06.2023
OBSTETRICS AND GYNECOLOGY Head NurseNurse - Ace Dumaguete Doctors Hospital
06.2019 - 09.2019
OBSTETRIC AND GYNECOLOGY REGISTERED NURSE - King Fahd Armed Forces Hospital
03.2008 - 08.2014
CLINIC Staff Nurse - Khalid Polyclinic
12.2000 - 01.2007
Staff Nurse - Misamis Occidental Provincial Hospital
10.1999 - 05.2000
Volunteer Nurse Trainee - Holy Child Hospital
08.1997 - 01.1999
St. Paul University - Bachelor of Science, Nursing
Negros Oriental State University - Master of Public Health,