Mac Nichols Viernes
Bonduelsioux Falls,SD
Summary
Organized and knowledgeable Registered Nurse experienced in treating and caring for patients. Successful in providing fast and accurate assessments and working calmly under pressure. Recognized for collaborating well with doctors to maintain top-notch healthcare practices. Driven Registered Nurse with 8 years of experience caring for patients within Acute,Specialty and long term care setting. Smoothly deliver comprehensive patient care and delegate tasks according to patient needs and personnel skillsets. Dedicated to providing top quality care within multidisciplinary team environment.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse-Cardiology
Sanford USD Medical Center
Sioux Falls, SD
05.2023 - Current
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
- Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
- Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Maintained a safe environment for all patients by adhering to infection control policies and procedures.
- Monitored vital signs, administered injections, and provided assistance with medical procedures.
- Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
CNA
Horn Memorial Hospital
Ida Grove, IA
06.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Assisted patients in ambulation and transfers using proper body mechanics.
- Ensured compliance with HIPAA regulations regarding confidentiality of information.
- Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
- Provided emotional support to family members during difficult times.
- Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
- Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
- Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
- Reminded patients to take prescribed medications or nutritional supplements.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
ED/TRIAGE NURSE
Northern luzon Adventist hospital
Sison Pangasinan, Philippines
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Answered incoming patient calls, gathering history and symptoms to determine scope of medical complaints.
- Managed triage phone calls by providing appropriate advice or referring callers to their primary care provider or other specialists when necessary.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current nursing practices and procedures through continuing education courses, workshops, in-services, seminars, conferences.
- Prioritized multiple tasks to accommodate urgent requests for assistance from the emergency department.
- Rendered telephone advice according to established guidelines and protocols.
- Assessed patients' health condition and determined the level of care needed.
- Instructed patients on self-care techniques, medications, diet plans, disease processes.
- Educated staff members on triage protocols and best practices for managing acutely ill patients.
- Provided initial patient screening, evaluation, and assessment in acute care setting.
- Initiated treatments such as wound dressing changes and IV infusions as ordered by physician.
- Collaborated with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality patient care.
- Analyzed discussed symptoms with established protocols to determine patient acuity.
- Evaluated patient response to treatments and reported any adverse reactions promptly to attending physician.
- Adhered to infection control protocols while performing duties such as taking blood samples or administering injections.
- Reviewed medical chart and requested appointments, prescriptions and consultations for urgent needs.
- Utilized EHR systems effectively for documentation purposes in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
- Identified symptoms, gathered medical history, and documented patient information accurately.
- Documented services discussed and provided details in electronic medical records.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, policies, guidelines and standards of practice related to triage nursing duties.
- Coordinated referrals to specialty services as needed for further evaluation and treatment options.
- Maintained confidentiality in matters related to patient, family and client facility staff.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Educated patients relative to health care urgency and community resources available to meet needs.
- Participated in interdisciplinary team meetings when needed for optimal patient outcomes.
- Collected data to represent symptom onset, presenting problem and medical diagnoses.
- Attended educational workshops to maintain current competency and licensure in nursing specialty.
- Maintained accurate records of patient visits including assessments, treatments provided, test results received from labs and other departments, discharge instructions given.
- Participated in performance improvement activities within the organization's Quality Assurance Program.
- Communicated triage information to primary care team to discuss disposition.
- Cultivated professional conduct operating under triage nursing care guidelines.
- Performed physical exams including vital signs and EKGs as required.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Referred patients to specialized health resources or community agencies to furnish additional assistance.
- Collaborated with health groups to plan or implement programs designed to improve overall health of communities.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
Senior Nursing Aide/Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse
NTUC Health Co-operative
Singapore, Singapore
02.2017 - 03.2021
- Adhered to HIPAA regulations while maintaining confidentiality of patient information.
- Assisted with admission, discharge, transfer process for new or discharged patients.
- Documented information in patient charts and communicated status updates to interdisciplinary care team.
- Promoted patient satisfaction by assisting with bathing, dressing and exercising.
- Looked for physical, emotional and symptomatic changes in patient condition and obtained necessary care for medical concerns.
- Recorded patient conditions and vital signs before and after medical operations.
- Documented patient intake and dietary requirements and aided with feeding and monitoring.
- Educated family members regarding post-hospital care instructions and home health services available.
- Assisted nursing staff in providing patient care, including vital signs monitoring, collection of specimens and charting.
- Answered call lights promptly and assisted patients with their needs in a timely manner.
- Provided assistance to patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
- Transported patients to different areas within the facility using wheelchairs or strhers.
- Maintained a clean environment by changing bed linens, cleaning rooms and stocking supplies.
- Helped orient new residents to their surroundings by introducing them to staff members, other residents and facility services.
- Performed basic clerical duties related to patient care such as filing medical records and documenting treatments.
- Recorded intake and output measurements on assigned shift accurately per policy guidelines.
- Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Conducted routine checks on patient vitals, blood pressure, blood sugar and heart rate.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Exhibited compassionate care and communication regarding issues surrounding death and dying.
- Fostered relationships with patients, caregivers and healthcare teams to achieve individual care plan targets.
- Maintained accurate, timely flow of information by completing thorough patient records and updating healthcare team on patient status.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Managed and maintained patient rooms, shared-living areas and nursing stations.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
- Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.
- Supported daily living activities by serving meals, feeding, ambulating and turning over and positioning patients.
- Provided physical support to assist patients with bathing, dressing and toileting.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
- Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northern luzon Adventist Hospital
Sison,Pangasinan, Philippines
07.2013 - 02.2021
- Provided direct nursing care to medical-surgical patients including assessments, treatments, medications and documentation of care.
- Assessed, monitored and documented patient progress on a daily basis.
- Prioritized workloads according to urgency levels ensuring timely completion of assignments.
- Adhered to hospital policies and procedures while providing quality patient centered care.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop individualized patient plans of care.
- Administered prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with approved nursing techniques.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining high standards of professional conduct.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Luzon Adventist College
Artacho,Sison Pangasinan, Philippines04-2012
Skills
- Wound Care
- Unit Administration
- Appointment Scheduling
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Management
- Care Planning
- Case Management
- ADL Assistance
- Medical Recordkeeping
- Supply Restocking
- Emergency Response
- Chart Updating
- Infectious Disease Control
- Data Collection
- Chronic Disease Management
- Medical Assessment
- Health Care Consultation
- Culturally-Sensitive Care
- Mobility Assistance
- Tracheostomy Care
- Direct Patient Care
- Patient Assessment
- Epic EHR Management
- Care Plan Development
- Community Advocate
- Disease Management Programs
- Patient Relations
- Medication and IV Administration
- Licensed RN
- Life-Sustaining Machines
- Geriatric Treatment Knowledge
- Medical Laboratory Procedures
- IV and Venipuncture Certified
- Wound Care Specialist
- Long-Term Care
- Medication Distribution
- ELNEC Training (End-Of-Life-Care)
- Emergency Care
- Taking Vitals
- Family Education
- Acute and Rehabilitative Care
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification
- IV Drug Therapy Management
- Call Triaging
- Emotional Awareness
- Cardiac Care
- Physical Assessments
- Team Coordination
Accomplishments
- Silver Awards, Singapore Health Quality Service Awards-2019
Certification
- USRN
- Philippine RN
- Certified-Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse-Baxter Singapore 2020
Trainings
- ACLS/BLS
- Basic wound care-Changi General Hospital, Singapore
- Intermediate Wound care-SLEC, Saint Lukes Hospital, Singapore
- Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse-Baxter Singapore
- 5S project workshop-NTUC Learning HUB, Singapore
- Lean Six Sigma yellow Belt(Leadership and Management)-NTUC Learning HUB,Singapore
- Community Psychogeriatric Programme-Changi General Hospitalm Singapore
Timeline
Registered Nurse-Cardiology
Sanford USD Medical Center
05.2023 - Current
CNA
Horn Memorial Hospital
06.2022 - 03.2023
ED/TRIAGE NURSE
Northern luzon Adventist hospital
06.2021 - 02.2022
Senior Nursing Aide/Peritoneal Dialysis Nurse
NTUC Health Co-operative
02.2017 - 03.2021
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Northern luzon Adventist Hospital
07.2013 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Northern Luzon Adventist College