Maria Cristina Jusay
Bridgewater
Summary
Experienced Critical Care Nurse specializing in post-operative cardiac patients. Proven ability to monitor vital signs and respond rapidly to complications, ensuring patient safety and recovery. Committed to educating families and collaborating with healthcare teams.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
05.2012 - Current
- Specializes in caring for patients after open-heart surgery
- Monitor vital signs, hemodynamics, chest tubes, pacing wires, and ventilators
- Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies
- Recognize and respond to postoperative complications such as arrhythmias, bleeding, infection, or cardiac tamponade
- Manage pain and promote recovery after surgery
- Educate patients and families about medications, wound care, activity restrictions, diet, and recovery
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, perfusionists, and rehabilitation teams
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record
Critical Care Registered Nurse
RWJBarnabas Health - Somerset
Somerville, NJ
10.2003 - 08.2020
- Assess, monitor, and care for critically ill patients
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, ventilators, and hemodynamic status
- Administer medications, IV drips, blood products, and life-saving treatments
- Operate and manage critical care equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors
- Recognize and respond rapidly to emergencies and changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Provide patient and family education and emotional support
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record
- Implement infection prevention and patient safety measures
- Assist with procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and bedside emergencies
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Peter's University Hospital
Easton Avenue, NJ
11.2005 - 05.2012
- Assess, monitor, and care for critically ill patients
- Monitor vital signs, cardiac rhythms, ventilators, and hemodynamic status
- Administer medications, IV drips, blood products, and life-saving treatments
- Operate and manage critical care equipment such as ventilators, infusion pumps, and cardiac monitors
- Recognize and respond rapidly to emergencies and changes in patient condition
- Collaborate with physicians and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
- Provide patient and family education and emotional support
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic health record
- Implement infection prevention and patient safety measures
- Assists with procedures such as intubation, central line placement, and bedside emergencies
Registered Nurse, CPACU
Philippine Heart Center
Quezon City, Philippines
08.2000 - 08.2003
- Assess and monitor cardiac surgery patients
- Monitor vital signs, hemodynamics, chest tubes, pacing wires, and ventilators
- Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies
- Recognize and respond to postoperative complications such as arrhythmias, bleeding, infection, or cardiac tamponades
- Manage pain and promote recovery after surgery
- Educate patients and families about medications, wound care, activity restrictions, diet, and recovery
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, perfusionists, and rehabilitation teams
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record
Registered Nurse, Cardio-thoracic Surgical ICU
Singapore General Hospital
Outram Road, Singapore
05.1996 - 05.2000
- Assess and monitor cardiac surgery patients
- Monitor vital signs, hemodynamics, chest tubes, pacing wires, and ventilators
- Administer medications, blood products, and IV therapies
- Recognize and respond to postoperative complications such as arrhythmias, bleeding, infection, or cardiac tamponade
- Manage pain and promote recovery after surgery
- Educate patients and families about medications, wound care, activity restrictions, diet, and recovery
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapists, perfusionists, and rehabilitation teams
- Document patient care accurately in the electronic health record
Head Nurse
East Avenue Medical Center
Quezon City, Philippines
1994 - 1995
- Led nursing team in delivering high-quality patient care and ensuring adherence to safety protocols.
- Coordinated patient admissions, discharges, and transfers, optimizing workflow and enhancing patient experience.
- Developed training programs for nursing staff, fostering professional growth and improving care standards.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance clinical outcomes and reduce patient complications.
Registered Nurse
East Avenue Medical Center
Quezon City, Philippines
1992 - 1994
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to healthcare team for timely intervention.
- Educated patients and families on health management, treatment plans, and medication adherence.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ07.2027
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas
Manila, Philippines03.1991
Skills
- Critical thinking and rapid decision-making
- Advanced cardiac assessment skills
- Knowledge of hemodynamics and cardiac monitoring
- Strong communication and teamwork
- Ability to work in high-stress environments
- Compassion and patient advocacy
Affiliations
- American Nurses Association (ANA) Member
- Association of Critical Care Nurses Member
- New Jersey State Nurses Association Member
- Philippine Nurses Association of America/New Jersey-Somerset Subchapter Board of Director
Certification
CCRN
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Morristown Medical Center
05.2012 - Current
Critical Care Registered Nurse
St. Peter's University Hospital
11.2005 - 05.2012
Critical Care Registered Nurse
RWJBarnabas Health - Somerset
10.2003 - 08.2020
Registered Nurse, CPACU
Philippine Heart Center
08.2000 - 08.2003
Registered Nurse, Cardio-thoracic Surgical ICU
Singapore General Hospital
05.1996 - 05.2000
Head Nurse
East Avenue Medical Center
1994 - 1995
Registered Nurse
East Avenue Medical Center
1992 - 1994
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Santo Tomas