Dedicated Registered Nurse with expertise in patient assessment, medication administration, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Proven track record in providing compassionate end-of-life care and advocating for patients’ needs.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
ECU Health Inpatient Hospice
Greenville, NC
01.2016 - Current
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
Conducted assessments to evaluate patient comfort and symptom management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families.
Educated families on hospice services and support resources available.
Registered Nurse - Travel
Supplemental Health Staffing
Raleigh, North Carolina
05.2018 - 02.2024
Worked as a PRN registered nurse at Maury Correctional Facility, providing medical care to inmates during shifts.
Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols.
Facilitated communication between healthcare team members involved in providing quality patient care services.
Performed assessments and evaluations of patients' health condition, while providing comprehensive nursing services.
Administered medications as prescribed by physicians and monitored the effect on patients' conditions.
Registered Nurse
Vidant Medical Center
Greenville, NC
06.2014 - 01.2016
Administered medications and monitored patient responses to treatments.
Conducted assessments to evaluate patient comfort and symptom management.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans.
Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations quickly and accurately.
Provided compassionate end-of-life care to patients and families.
Educated families on hospice services and support resources available.
Documented patient progress and care interventions in electronic health records.
Registered Nurse
Vidant Home Health and Hospice
Greenville, NC
06.2013 - 06.2014
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Collaborated with physicians, nurses, therapists, social workers and other healthcare professionals to develop individualized treatment plans for each patient.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for comprehensive patient care plans.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Registered Nurse
Department Of Public Safety And Correctional Services
Maury City, NC
01.2011 - 06.2013
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patients for reactions and side effects.
Provided patient care and education to patients with chronic illnesses.
Advocated for patients by supporting and respecting basic rights, values, and beliefs.
Documented patient progress notes accurately and efficiently in the electronic medical record system.
Ensured compliance with standards of professional practice as well as state and federal regulations related to health care delivery services.
Registered Nurse - Case Manager
Liberty Home Care and Hospice
Dunn, North Carolina
06.2009 - 12.2010
Assessed patient needs and developed individualized care strategies.
Assessed, planned, implemented and evaluated individualized nursing care plans for each patient.
Monitored patient progress and adjusted care plans.
Determined and coordinated appropriate level of care to meet individual patient needs.
Coordinated patient care plans with interdisciplinary teams for effective treatment.
Collaborated with physicians, social workers and other healthcare professionals to coordinate care for patients.
Collaborated with physicians to ensure comprehensive care delivery.
Collaborated with physicians on patient medications, medical needs and performance.
Provided education and resources to patients and families for better health management.
Conducted home visits to assess the physical and mental condition of assigned patients.
Coordinated home care, home infusion, and durable medical equipment reducing patient wait times.
Managed caseloads involving multiple chronic illnesses across various settings such as hospitals, long-term care facilities or private homes.
Advocated for patients' needs within healthcare systems and community resources.
Utilized critical thinking skills when assessing new information or changes in a patient's condition.
Participated in team meetings to discuss treatment options for complex cases.
Participated in on-call rotations, delivering daily continuous quality care to patients.
Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records systems.
Long-Term Care Registered Nurse
Liberty Commons of Johnston County
Benson, North Carolina
06.2006 - 06.2009
Provided direct nursing care to long-term care residents including medication administration, wound dressing changes, and patient education.
Administered medications and treatments per physician orders and facility protocols.
Managed medication passes and treatment schedules to verify proper administration.
Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to the healthcare team.
Monitored resident health with regular assessments to check on conditions and care efficacy.
Developed individualized care plans based on patient assessments and needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes and care processes.
Documented patient progress and interventions in electronic health records accurately.
Maintained accurate documentation of all nursing activities in accordance with established standards of practice.
Responded promptly to changes in conditions and emergency situations to deliver expert care in line with good practices and patients' wishes.
Educated patients and families on disease management and care procedures.
Provided emotional support to residents and their families during difficult times.
Collaborated across departments to meet residents' long-term care needs.
Developed and implemented patient management plans and helped provision continuity of care.
Reported any abnormalities or changes in a resident's condition promptly to physician and supervisor.
Participated in quality assurance activities by providing feedback regarding policies, procedures, protocols.
Ensured a safe, clean, and supportive environment for residents at the facility.
Ensured that all regulatory requirements were met at all times.
Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
San Pedro College
Davao City, Philippines
04-1993
Skills
Medication administration
Patient assessment
Electronic health records
Clinical documentation
Care management
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Critical thinking
Patient advocacy
SBAR communication
Home health care
Effective communication
Certification
Basic Life Support
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Travel
Supplemental Health Staffing
05.2018 - 02.2024
Registered Nurse
ECU Health Inpatient Hospice
01.2016 - Current
Registered Nurse
Vidant Medical Center
06.2014 - 01.2016
Registered Nurse
Vidant Home Health and Hospice
06.2013 - 06.2014
Registered Nurse
Department Of Public Safety And Correctional Services