Maria Anjeline Falcon
Vallejo,CA
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and staff through empathetic communication, respectful attitude, and excellent coordination.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath Company
04.2023 - Current
- Maintain controlled substances inventory and implement clinical aspects of care by establishing policies, procedures, and protocols.
- Provided emergency care to inmates by responding promptly to medical emergencies within the facility.
- Promoted a safe environment for both staff and inmates by adhering to institutional policies regarding contraband control, safety measures, and crisis intervention techniques.
- Educated inmates about their health conditions and self-care routines for better disease management.
- Prevented potential health crises by conducting thorough screenings during intake processes for new inmates.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
- Delivered compassionate nursing care while maintaining professional boundaries and upholding ethical standards within the prison setting.
- Reduced risk of infection by maintaining a clean and organized work environment in accordance with established protocols.
- Served as a mentor and preceptor to new nursing staff members, contributing to their professional growth and development within the specialized field of correctional nursing.
- Stabilized prisoners suffering from falls, stab wounds or other injuries prior to hospital transfer.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Provided high-quality personal care services such as bathing, grooming, dressing, and feeding to ensure patient dignity.
- Assisted patients with daily living activities for enhanced comfort and wellbeing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Improved patient care quality by monitoring and recording vital signs, fluid intake, and output.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
- Reduced fall incidents by implementing safety measures like bed alarms and proper positioning techniques.
- Prevented pressure ulcers development through frequent turning, repositioning of patients, and diligent skin assessments.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Touro University
Vallejo, CA05.2024
Associate degree - Registered Nurse -
Solano Community College
05.2022
Skills
- First responder to emergent situations
- Clinical judgment
- Support and education
- Vital signs monitoring
- Time management
- Critical thinking
- Medication Administration
- Head-to-toe physical assessment
- Patient confidentiality
- Detoxification support
- Compassionate Care
- Medication Administration
Certification
- Registered Nurse License: 95306636
- ACLS
- BLS for Healthcare Providers
- EKG
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Correctional Nurse
Wellpath Company
04.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Kindred Healthcare
05.2016 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Nursing
Touro University
Associate degree - Registered Nurse -
Solano Community College