Maria Chonna Herrera
Jonesboro,AR
Summary
Accomplished PACU Registered Nurse with a proven track record at St. Bernards Medical Center, showcasing expertise in perioperative nursing and exceptional teamwork. . Demonstrated adaptability in high-pressure environments, ensuring comprehensive care and support across diverse patient populations. Patient-oriented Nurse with 29 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. . Offering expertise with dual specialties on post anesthesia care and perioperative nursing. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. .
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PACU Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
2021.12 - Current
- Enhanced patient safety by diligently monitoring vital signs and administering medications postsurgery.
- Reduced recovery times through effective pain management and close collaboration with the surgical team.
- Maintained accurate records of medication administration, vital signs monitoring, and other critical data points for proper evaluation of patients'' progress during recovery.
- Promoted teamwork among nursing staff, fostering a supportive environment conducive to high-quality patient care.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized work environment, adhering to infection control standards for optimal patient health.
- Managed challenging cases effectively by utilizing clinical judgment, problem-solving skills, and prioritization techniques in dynamic situations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans, optimizing patient outcomes.
- Provided individualized care and dedicated oversight to 40 patients on average in post-operative recovery room.
- Evaluated cardio-respiratory systems for deviations, providing appropriate treatment as necessary.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
- Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
2North Perioperative Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
2016.12 - 2021.12
- Adhered to all relevant regulatory and accreditation guidelines, ensuring consistent compliance with established perioperative nursing standards.
- Provided compassionate, individualized care for each patient while in operating room.
- Evaluated patient's level of pain, implementing effective medications and pain management techniques.
- Educated patients and loved ones regarding operating procedures, expectations, side effects and recovery process.
- Conducted thorough assessments of preoperative patients, identifying potential risks or contraindications for surgery.
- Enhanced patient safety by meticulously following surgical protocols and guidelines.
- Decreased surgical site infections by adhering to aseptic techniques and maintaining a sterile operating environment.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Flight Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines
1997.04 - 2014.12
- Maintained flight medicine knowledge base by attending mandatory meetings, performing chart and equipment reviews, skills labs and clinical rotations and participating in continuing education sessions for care and transport of critically ill and injured patients.
- Planned, organized and positioned equipment and supplies for use in emergency conditions before, during and after transport.
- Performed wide range of specialized functions and complex assessments, diagnoses, therapies and emergency treatment of patients transported by rotor-wing and fixed-wing aircraft.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality, timely medical care during air transport.
- Utilized advanced flight nursing knowledge and skills to provide exceptional patient care in challenging environments while maintaining a high level of professionalism.
- Increased team efficiency by participating in regular training exercises and maintaining up-to-date knowledge on emergency procedures and protocols.
- Supervised enplaning, securing and deplaning of patients and liaised between medical and operational aircrews and support personnel to facilitate multidisciplinary care.
- Performed advanced clinical interventions as needed to stabilize patients during transport, improving their chances for recovery upon arrival at receiving facilities.
- Ensured comprehensive documentation of patient interactions, treatments, assessments, and outcomes for accurate recordkeeping and continuity of care.
- Communicated effectively with pilots and other crew members to optimize in-flight operations and patient care.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to develop individualized treatment plans for patients.
Military Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines
1994.12 - 2014.12
- Improved patient outcomes by providing high-quality nursing care to military personnel and their families.
- Promoted wellness within the military community by participating in health promotion events and educational outreach programs.
- Demonstrated adaptability through rotational assignments in various nursing specialties such as critical care, pediatrics, and mental health.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during field exercises, ensuring timely and effective medical support.
- Skilled in triage during mass casualty events; prioritized treatment based on severity of injuries while maintaining composure under pressure situations.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration within the healthcare team.
- Ensured compliance with military healthcare regulations through diligent monitoring of nursing practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintained strict adherence to infection control protocols, minimizing risk of disease transmission among patients and staff members.
- Participated in humanitarian missions; provided vital healthcare services to underserved populations in remote locations.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
Manila Philippines03.1993
Skills
- Basic Life Support
- Vital signs monitoring
- Airway Management
- IV Insertion
- Patient Assessment
- Anesthesia recovery
- Pain Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication and IV administration
- Problem-solving abilities
- Critical Thinking
- Effective Communication
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Patient Care Assessment
- Safety Protocols
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
Certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified by American Heart Association valid until 2024
- Pediatric Advance Life Support by American Heart Association valid until 2026
- Basic Life Support and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation by American Heart Association valid until 2024
Timeline
PACU Registered Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
2021.12 - Current
2North Perioperative Nurse
St. Bernards Medical Center
2016.12 - 2021.12
Flight Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines
1997.04 - 2014.12
Military Nurse
Armed Forces of the Philippines
1994.12 - 2014.12
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certified by American Heart Association valid until 2024
- Pediatric Advance Life Support by American Heart Association valid until 2026
- Basic Life Support and Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation by American Heart Association valid until 2024
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