Maria Loreto Arleene Eseo
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Caring, hardworking and service-oriented Registered Nurse with more than 20 years of experience. Well-versed in offering evidence-based, therapeutic care. Collaborative and motivational leader with expertise in training new nursing staff while providing top-notch service to patient populations.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Medical-Surgical RN
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
Jacksonville Beach, FL
05.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- Implemented strategies for improving quality measures specific to the medical-surgical unit.
- Administered medications, tracked dosages and documented patient conditions.
- Maintained accurate documentation of nursing assessments and interventions in EMR system.
- Provided direct patient care according to established standards and procedures.
- Performed wound care treatments such as dressing changes and debridement.
- Evaluated patients, recognized and addressed complications and coordinated treatment with other members of critical care team.
- Utilized critical thinking skills when making decisions related to patient care needs.
- Assessed patient needs, prioritized treatment, maintained patient flows and assisted physicians with non-invasive procedures.
- Monitored and managed various treatment and care interventions.
- Assessed and prepared patients for procedures, performing initial and ongoing patient assessments.
- Collected lab specimens, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results.
- Oversaw patient admission and discharge processes to coordinate related paperwork.
- Served as a preceptor to new staff nurses in the medical-surgical unit.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients, families, staff members, physicians regarding treatment plans or progress updates.
Staff Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
Passaic, NJ
06.2010 - 05.2017
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Maintained accurate records of patient progress notes, medications administered and other relevant data.
- Coordinated care with charge nurse and other staff through daily communication.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Implemented infection control measures to reduce the spread of contagious diseases.
- 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.
- Developed care plans complete with effective nursing measures to improve patients' mental and physical health.
- Communicated effectively with physicians and provided support during surgical procedures.
- Utilized computerized Resource and Patient Management System (RPMS) and Electronic Health Record (EHR) system.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
Agency RN
APMI/ East Haven Nursing & Rehab Center
New York, NY
08.2006 - 03.2010
- Coordinated discharge planning activities with social workers and case managers.
- Served as an advocate for patients who were unable to make decisions due to illness or injury.
- Assessed patient conditions and developed individualized care plans.
- Supported medical staff in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute illnesses or chronic diseases.
- Planned daily activities that met each patient's unique needs while promoting independence.
- Performed initial assessments, health histories, physical examinations, and administered medications.
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to patients in a variety of settings.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills when supervising nurses aides during shift changes.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Evaluated the effectiveness of nursing interventions by observing responses or collecting feedback from patients and family members.
- Managed multiple tasks efficiently while providing quality patient care services.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards related to quality assurance practices.
Staff Nurse
SPC Medical Center
San Pablo City
06.2001 - 06.2006
- Provided direct patient care including wound dressing, administering medication and IV therapy.
- Monitored vital signs and documented changes in a timely manner.
- Assessed patients to determine their physical condition, health status and needs.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills while interacting with patients, families, physicians and other healthcare staff members.
- Conducted patient education on medical treatments and procedures.
- Coordinated care with physicians and other clinical staff to prepare for treatment, carry out interventions and enhance continuum of care.
Teacher
Kids Learning Center
05.1997 - 06.2001
- Maintained a safe and orderly learning environment for all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Prepared and maintained classroom environments appropriate for student learning and physical, social and emotional development.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Utilized behavior management skills to foster environment conducive to student learning.
- Scheduled and held parent-teacher conferences to keep parents up-to-date on children's academic performance.
- Planned field trips to enrich students' educational experiences outside of the traditional classroom setting.
- Designed individualized curricula for academically underachieving students.
School Nurse
Community of Learners Foundation
Quezon City, MO
07.1992 - 04.1997
- Maintained accurate records of student health information.
- Contacted parents or medical facilities when student condition warranted.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving student health issues.
- Collaborated with teachers and other staff members to ensure a safe learning environment for students.
- Provided direct health care services to students involving triage, evaluation, and first aid care for illness and injury.
- Conducted screenings for vision, hearing, growth, and physical development.
- Documented observations of student behavior, complaints or physical symptoms.
- Provided resources and referrals to families concerning community healthcare services.
- Educated faculty members on recognizing signs of illness in students.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
SAN PABLO COLLEGES
San Pablo City, Laguna, Philippines05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Philippines Manila
Manila, Philippines04-1992
Skills
BLS Training & ACLS Certification
IV insertion
Timeline
Medical-Surgical RN
Baptist Medical Center Beaches
05.2017 - Current
Staff Nurse
St. Mary's General Hospital
06.2010 - 05.2017
Agency RN
APMI/ East Haven Nursing & Rehab Center
08.2006 - 03.2010
Staff Nurse
SPC Medical Center
06.2001 - 06.2006
Teacher
Kids Learning Center
05.1997 - 06.2001
School Nurse
Community of Learners Foundation
07.1992 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Science - Education
SAN PABLO COLLEGES
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of The Philippines Manila