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Mae Chantal Jovero-Castor

Durham,NC

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with extensive experience at UNC Health Care, excelling in critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in enhancing patient care through effective communication and leadership development. Committed to quality improvement initiatives, ensuring optimal health outcomes while providing compassionate support to patients and families. Committed to maintaining the highest standards of care and continuously advancing clinical knowledge.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Regitered Nurse

UNC Health Care
Chapel Hill, North Carolina
03.1998 - Current
  • Assessed clinical situations using critical thinking skills for prompt and accurate decision-making.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to evaluate and refine patient care plans.
  • Counseled patients on medication side effects and essential lifestyle changes for better health outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and surgical procedures to ensure optimal patient care.
  • Educated patients about infectious diseases and provided ongoing support services for affected families.
  • Managed infection control policies to minimize transmission risks within healthcare settings.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives, enhancing departmental protocols and practices.
  • Served as a resource person for newly hired nurses providing guidance on departmental policies and procedures.
  • Actively participated in daily safety huddles to ensure a safe environment for both patients and staff.
  • Ensured compliance with infection control policies and standards of practice in the clinical setting.
  • Provided leadership to nursing staff through delegation of tasks and direction of workflow within the unit.
  • Delivered high level of care to every patient.

Charge Nurse

Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
San Diego, California
06.1997 - 03.1998
  • Developed patient discharge plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.
  • Evaluated patient's response to rehabilitative treatments while providing encouragement throughout recovery process.
  • Provided emotional support to patients dealing with long-term disabilities or chronic illnesses.
  • Performed wound care management, including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians according to hospital policies and procedures.

Charge Nurse

Hillsdale Extended Care
San Mateo, California
03.1997 - 06.1997
  • Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
  • Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages, and documented patient conditions.

Charge Nurse

Emmanuel Convalescent Hospital
Millbrae, California
04.1994 - 06.1997
  • Monitored vital signs and administered injections for patient care improvement.
  • Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to enhance patient care plans.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations and surgical procedures to ensure efficiency.
  • Contributed to quality improvement initiatives within department operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Louis University
Baguio City, Philippines
03-1991

Skills

  • Leadership development
  • Team management
  • Critical thinking
  • Effective communication
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration

Accomplishments

  • Nurse of the Year UNC Hospitals 2020
  • Multiple Daisy Award Nominee

Timeline

Regitered Nurse

UNC Health Care
03.1998 - Current

Charge Nurse

Carmel Mountain Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center
06.1997 - 03.1998

Charge Nurse

Hillsdale Extended Care
03.1997 - 06.1997

Charge Nurse

Emmanuel Convalescent Hospital
04.1994 - 06.1997

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Saint Louis University

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