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Ma Jocelyn Damalerio-Russell

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Versatile Registered Nurse with over 24 years of experience delivering high-quality care to patients in Rehabilitation units. Proven leader skillful in uniting and guiding nursing teams toward achieving patient care goals and improving satisfaction. Focused on continuously driving innovation and improving patient outcomes. 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. Compassionate Registered Nurse with distinguished understanding of hospital functions. Skilled at developing comprehensive post-treatment plans with patients and doctors for quality healthcare. Committed to patient education and advocacy.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Fort Worth, TX
11.2008 - Current
  • Developed and implemented nursing policies and procedures.
  • Provided guidance to staff on patient care, clinical practice, and professional development.
  • Participated in the recruitment, interviewing, selection, orientation of new employees.
  • Monitored quality assurance activities for compliance with standards of care.
  • Collaborated with other departments to ensure quality patient outcomes.
  • Assisted with budgeting process by forecasting staffing needs and supplies.
  • Evaluated performance of individual nurses against established standards.
  • Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to review patient progress and plan care strategies.
  • Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss concerns or issues related to nursing practices.
  • Maintained accurate records of employee attendance, sick leave requests, vacation time.
  • Reviewed patient charts for accuracy and completeness of documentation.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication with staff members.
  • Provided ongoing education opportunities for staff regarding changes in policies and procedures.
  • Implemented strategies that improved operational efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements such as HIPAA and OSHA.
  • Investigated incidents or complaints from patients or their families.
  • Managed the scheduling of personnel assignments based on patient acuity levels.
  • Addressed disciplinary issues among staff in accordance with organizational policy.
  • Resolved conflicts between staff members in an efficient manner.
  • Facilitated communication between physicians, nurses, support services personnel.
  • Participated in strategic planning initiatives designed to improve overall operations.
  • Monitored staff performance and provided coaching and formal counseling to staff.
  • Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
  • Applied clinical judgment and comprehensive knowledge of facility policies to assist floor nurses with patient care decisions.
  • Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
  • Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
  • Managed performance of 20-person nursing staff, reviewing task completion, prioritization and report quality.
  • Observed nurse administration of oral, intramuscular and IV medications to patients as prescribed, monitoring responses for adverse reactions.
  • Improved patient outcomes through peer groups and facilitating continuing education.
  • Evaluated patient needs and preferences to build and update tailored treatment plans.
  • Maintained comprehensive base of unit supplies to meet expected patient demands, public health emergencies and mass casualty incidences.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
  • Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
  • Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
  • Maintained strict patient data procedures to comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
  • Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
  • Monitored diet, physical activity, behaviors and other patient factors to assess conditions and adjust treatment plans.
  • Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
  • Modified patient treatment plans as indicated by patients' responses and conditions.
  • Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
  • Interpreted and evaluated diagnostic tests to identify and assess patient's condition.
  • Stocked clinical workstations and procedure rooms with necessary supplies.
  • Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
  • 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.
  • Administered local, inhalation or intravenous anesthetics to patients undergoing procedures.

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Northwest Texas Healthcare
Amarillo, TX
05.1999 - 04.2008
  • Participated in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans.
  • Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of current trends in nursing practices by attending continuing education classes or seminars.
  • Actively participated in quality improvement initiatives within the department.
  • Counseled patients regarding medication side effects or lifestyle changes necessary for improved health outcomes.
  • Assisted physicians during examinations or surgical procedures.
  • Developed educational materials for use in teaching sessions with patients or their families.
  • Coordinated discharge planning activities including arranging follow up appointments or referrals for additional services.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessment of patient responses.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
  • Adhered to infection control procedures to facilitate safe, clean patient environment.
  • Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
  • Maintained thorough, accurate and confidential documentation in electronic medical records.
  • Acted as patient advocate and implemented total patient care through team nursing process.
  • Recorded patient condition, vital signs, recovery progress and medication side effects.
  • Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
  • Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values and beliefs.
  • Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
  • Trained and mentored new RNs on best practices, hospital policies and standards of care.
  • Updated charts throughout shifts with current, accurate information to maintain strict recordkeeping standards.
  • Provided patient and family health education focusing on self-management, prevention and wellness.
  • Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
  • Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
  • Maintained personal and team compliance with medication administration standards and patient care best practices.
  • Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
  • Created, implemented and evaluated patient care plans with medical team.
  • Counseled patients and caregivers, providing emotional, psychological and spiritual support.
  • Collaborated with doctors to plan post-treatment home care and prevent return hospitalization.
  • Conducted intake assessments with patients and relatives to gather case history.
  • Monitored patients after surgery, answered questions and provided home care strategies.

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Riverside Medical Center, Inc.
Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
04.2002 - 08.2005
  • Provided emergency care to critically ill patients in a timely manner.
  • Assessed patient condition and developed individualized care plans.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
  • Performed triage, prioritizing treatment of incoming patients based on acuity level.
  • Managed intravenous lines, wound dressings, catheters, and other medical devices.
  • Ensured compliance with all hospital policies, procedures, standards, and regulations.
  • Provided education to patients regarding disease prevention and home care instructions.
  • Performed diagnostic tests such as X-rays or lab work according to physician orders.
  • Assisted in the preparation of trauma victims for transfer or discharge from the hospital.
  • Triaged and treated high-volume caseload in busy emergency room setting.
  • Administered critical IV medications to stabilize patients for assessment and treatment.
  • Responded quickly to codes and coordinated efficient and skilled care.
  • Reviewed laboratory results promptly for accuracy and followed up on abnormal findings with physicians.
  • Maintained open and clear communication with physicians to coordinate effective patient care.
  • Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
  • Conducted patient assessments and diagnostic tests to provide physician with important patient health information.
  • Oversaw patient immunization, supporting nurses through vaccine-specific training and supervising administration.
  • Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
  • Cared for patients experiencing acute traumas, including cardiac arrests, strokes and gunshot wounds.
  • Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
  • Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
  • Responded quickly to life-threatening situations while maintaining composure under pressure.

ICU Nurse

Riverside Medical Center, Inc.
Bacolod, Negros Occidental, Philippines
05.1999 - 04.2002
  • Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
  • Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
  • Performed bedside procedures, including intubation, central line placement, arterial lines, chest tubes and wound care.
  • Administered medications as prescribed by physicians.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members in order to provide quality patient care.
  • Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
  • Educated family members on proper home-care techniques for discharged patients.
  • Responded quickly and efficiently to any changes in patient condition or treatment plan.
  • Maintained accurate records of all treatments administered to each patient.
  • Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests in order to develop an appropriate plan of care for individual patients.
  • Identified potential safety risks in the ICU environment and took appropriate action to mitigate those risks.
  • Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
  • Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
  • Provided emotional support for family members during end-of-life situations.
  • Conducted ongoing assessment of pain levels among ICU patients.
  • Developed effective communication strategies with fellow healthcare professionals regarding patient status updates.
  • Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICU operations.
  • Implemented evidence-based practice guidelines when caring for critically ill patients.
  • Provided post-operative care after major surgeries such as heart bypasses or organ transplants.
  • Initiated resuscitation measures when necessary following cardiac arrest or respiratory failure events.
  • Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
  • Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
  • Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol and procedures.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
  • Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
  • Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
  • Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
  • Supported appropriate orientation, education, credentialing and continued professional development of associates.
  • Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
  • Worked with patients and families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referrals.
  • Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
  • Achieved best possible outcomes for nursing sensitive indicators, core measures, HCAPS, patient satisfaction and associate satisfaction.
  • Maintained records, prepared reports and served on special committees.
  • Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
  • Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
  • Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
  • Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Riverside College
Bacolod City, Philippines
03.1999

Skills

  • Nurse Team Supervision
  • Pharmacy Coordination
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Staff Scheduling
  • Coaching and Mentoring
  • Patient Assessments
  • Medication Management
  • Service Plan Development
  • Process Improvements
  • Planning and Scheduling
  • Decision-Making
  • Policy Updates
  • Chart Audits
  • Social Services Coordination
  • Patient Chart Review
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Physician Collaboration
  • Protocols and Procedures
  • Emergency Response
  • Clinical Management
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Family and Patient Counseling
  • Crisis Management

Certification

  • CRRN
  • ACLS

Timeline

Registered Nurse Supervisor

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
11.2008 - Current

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

Riverside Medical Center, Inc.
04.2002 - 08.2005

Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit

Northwest Texas Healthcare
05.1999 - 04.2008

ICU Nurse

Riverside Medical Center, Inc.
05.1999 - 04.2002

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Riverside College

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