LYCO ABEL SANDOVAL
Mechanicsville,VA
Summary
Experienced registered nurse with 18+ years in inpatient, medical-surgical, oncology, and peri-operative care. Skilled in patient education, interdisciplinary collaboration, wound care, blood product transfusion, and rapid clinical response. Known for critical thinking, calm decision-making, supporting safe care for complex patients and providing patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
Richmond, Virginia
09.2025 - Current
- Completed patient assessments and recorded findings in electronic health records.
- Administered medications and blood products and observed for adverse reactions during hospital shifts.
- Collaborated with physicians, therapists, and nursing staff to implement and enhance patient care plans.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and discharge instructions.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated significant changes to Bon Secours St. Mary's care team for timely interventions.
- Assisted in wound care, IV therapy, and bedside procedures to support patient recovery and comfort.
- Maintained infection control practices and followed hospital safety protocols
- Facilitated patient admissions, transfers, and discharges within inpatient units to ensure smooth workflow.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Monitored patients for deterioration and coordinated with rapid response team if needed.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Provided end-of-life care to patients and their families.
Staff Nurse
Amana Healthcare
KHALIFA CITY A, ABU DHABI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
11.2014 - 03.2025
- Delivered patient-centered nursing care in Amana Healthcare inpatient units
- Delivered direct patient care, including wound dressing, medication administration, and IV therapy, to enhance recovery outcomes.
- Administered medications and followed prescribed treatment plans
- Assisted physicians in procedures and bedside interventions to ensure effective patient management and safety.
- Facilitated rehabilitation care and mobility for complex patients, promoting independence and improving quality of life.
- Maintained infection control standards and safe clinical environments
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Assisted respiratory therapists in providing care in respiratory care of tracheostomized and ventilated patients
- Adhered to strict confidentiality policies when dealing with sensitive information.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
Staff Nurse
UP- Philippine General Hospital
Manila, Philippines
11.2007 - 09.2014
- Delivered direct patient care in multi-specialty medical, surgical, oncology, and neurological units, including blood transfusions, wound dressing, medication administration, and IV therapy to ensure comprehensive patient support.
- Provided peri-operative care from general surgery to neurosurgical operative procedures.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Monitored post-surgery patient vitals, managed medical equipment, and administered medications and IVs to facilitate recovery and enhance patient safety.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining quality standards of care.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions, and enhance continuum of care.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times or end-of-life situations.
- Ensured that all equipment was properly maintained according to safety protocols.
- Maintained a clean work environment by following proper sanitation guidelines.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions and modified plans based on assessment.
- Identified potential problems during treatment, such as drug interactions or allergies, and provided appropriate interventions.
- Provided direct patient care, including wound care, medication administration and transfusion of blood products.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during challenging situations, fostering a healing environment and encouraging adherence to treatment plans.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delos Santos- STI College of Health Professions
Quezon City, Philippines04-2006
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Medication administration
- Blood product transfusion
- Wound care
- IV therapy
- Basic ventilator management
- Epic charting
Certification
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
Amana Healthcare
11.2014 - 03.2025
Staff Nurse
UP- Philippine General Hospital
11.2007 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Delos Santos- STI College of Health Professions