Michael Cardiel
San Diego,CA
Summary
Compassionate ICU Nurse with specialty in delivering high-quality patient care under pressure. Known for productive and efficient task completion, ensuring timely interventions and patient monitoring. Skilled in advanced cardiac life support (ACLS), trauma nursing core course (TNCC), and critical care registered nurse (CCRN) certifications. Excel at communication, empathy, and teamwork to provide exceptional care in high-stakes environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ICU Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
San Marcos, CA
12.2024 - Current
- Identified potential safety risks in the ICU environment and took appropriate action to mitigate those risks.
- Educated family members on proper home-care techniques for discharged patients.
- Analyzed laboratory results and other diagnostic tests in order to develop an appropriate plan of care for individual patients.
- Provided emotional support for family members during end-of-life situations.
- Facilitated admission and discharge processes for ICU patients.
- Assisted physicians with various invasive procedures within the ICU setting.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Successfully managed multiple tasks while maintaining focus on providing safe, high-quality patient care.
- Assessed and monitored vital signs of critically ill patients.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
- Delivered optimum treatments to critical-care patients following prescribed rules, policies, protocol, and procedures.
- Provided care to a variety of complex medical and surgical patients.
- Provided post-operative care after major surgeries such as heart bypasses or organ transplants.
- Led initiatives to improve patient safety and quality of care, staying updated with the latest ICU practices and technologies.
- Assisted in the performance of diagnostic tests and interpreted results to guide nursing care.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Implemented infection control measures to prevent the spread of infections within the ICU.
- Actively participated in continuing education opportunities related to critical care nursing practices.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans for ICU patients.
- Evaluated patient vital signs and laboratory data to assess needs and provide emergency interventions.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Kept track of patients' changing pain levels and proactively worked to minimize excess pain or discomfort.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Utilized strong critical thinking skills to make quick and accurate clinical decisions in emergency situations.
- Helped monitor, maintain and improve nursing-sensitive indicators, core measures and other identified outcome metrics.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Supervised cardiac monitors, mechanical ventilators and alarms and oxygen delivery devices.
Staff Nurse, SICU
University Of California San Diego
San Diego, California
10.2024 - Current
- Completed patient assessments, triaged and recorded patient histories, symptoms and observations.
- Assessed patient's condition and monitored vital signs.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Advocated for patient needs and preferences, acting as a liaison between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient, and patient's family.
- Participated in clinical rounds with physicians, offering insights from nursing perspective to inform patient care decisions.
- Administered medications, monitored dosages, and observed patient reactions in a high-stakes environment.
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable standards of practice relating to SICU unit policies and procedures.
- Administered medications, intravenous fluids and blood products as prescribed by physicians.
- Coordinated discharge planning, ensuring patients transitioned safely from ICU to next level of care.
- Identified abnormal and critical respiratory patterns through direct pulmonary assessments.
- Conducted regular assessments of patient conditions, identifying changes and coordinating appropriate responses.
- Established and implemented nursing care plans for each patient using protocols of assessment, development, activation and evaluation.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Responded to life-saving situations using appropriate resuscitation techniques and emergency protocols.
- Documented clinical observations, treatments, medications, patient responses and other information relevant to the patient's care plan.
- Maintained meticulous records of patient care, treatment plans, and progress notes in electronic health systems.
- Checked on patients regularly to track progress with treatments, changes in symptoms and need for emergency interventions.
Neuro-Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
Tallahassee, FL
07.2022 - Current
- Performed bedside procedures including arterial blood gas draws, chest tube insertion and removal, and central line dressing changes.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
- Coordinated daily multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and goals of treatment.
- Developed individualized patient care plans based on assessment findings, diagnostic tests, and physician orders.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians according to the hospital's policy and procedure manual.
- Evaluated response to interventions and adjusted plan of care accordingly.
- Educated patients, families, and healthcare staff regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatments, medications, lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation in accordance with standards of practice for all patient assessments and interventions provided.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients in an ICU setting.
- Performed ongoing critical thinking skills when assessing changes in a patient's condition or responding to emergent situations.
- Utilized advanced clinical knowledge to provide evidence-based nursing care within the scope of practice guidelines.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to neuro ICU nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members affected by their loved one's illness or injury.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies throughout shift assignments.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques for providing neuro ICU nursing care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
- Identified potential risks associated with specific treatments or conditions prior to implementation.
- Actively participated in code blue situations utilizing ACLS protocols for rapid response resuscitation efforts.
- Informed treating team of subtle changes indicative of derangement of cerebral hemodynamics, intervening appropriately.
- Executed oral care, endotracheal suctioning, repositioning and chest physiotherapy for critically ill patients.
- Assessed patient neurological status and monitored vital signs.
- Initiated action to reduce or correct risk in response to emergent data visualized on assessment tools and clinical observation.
- Assessed patients for delirium risk factors, managing pain, sedation and agitation.
- Performed therapeutic nursing care interventions for patients with neurosurgical and neurological injuries.
- Coordinated care for critical issues such as cerebral edema and intracranial pressure, hemodynamic instability and spinal injuries.
- Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.
- Measured cerebrospinal fluid pressure to help treat hydrocephalus.
- Assisted with procedures such as spinal reconstructions and follow-up recovery care.
- Monitored abnormal electrical activity in patients' brains to track symptoms and treatment progress.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Advocated for patient needs with interdisciplinary team and implemented outlined treatment plans.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Prepared medical equipment and tools to aid physician during examination and treatment of patients.
- Administered oral, IV and intra-muscular medications and monitored patient reactions.
- Coordinated with healthcare team to establish, enact and evaluate patient care plans.
- Delivered information regarding care and medications to patients and caregivers in comprehendible terminology.
- Achieved departmental goals and objectives by instituting new processes and standards for in-patient care.
Nurse Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
Tallahasse, FL
08.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained communication and transparency with governing boards, department heads and medical staff.
- Improved patient outcomes through peer groups and facilitating continuing education.
- Received and investigated complaints from families, patients and clinical staff, devising solutions to multifaceted challenges.
- Provided guidance, support and professional development to staff members.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess patient needs and provide appropriate interventions.
- Administered fiscal operations for accounting, budget planning, authorizing expenditures and coordinating reporting.
- Kept informed of advances in medicine and computerized diagnostic and treatment equipment.
- Planned and implemented programs for health care or medical facilities supporting personnel administration and training.
- Recruited, hired and trained new medical and facility staff.
- Collaborated with multi-disciplinary staff to improve overall patient care and response times.
- Maintained records of staff attendance, payroll and other personnel data.
- Coordinated and led in-services to facilitate nursing leadership development and career growth.
- Coordinated work activities and scheduling of medical, nursing and physical plant staff.
- Monitored inpatient bed use, facilities and staff to provide optimal use of resources.
- Performed personnel interviewing, hiring, disciplinary actions and dismissals.
- Educated patients and families about their illness or injury, treatment options, medications, and follow-up care instructions.
- Developed policies and procedures for the nursing unit.
- Evaluated effectiveness of nursing interventions by assessing patient responses.
- Reviewed non-contracted instrumentation for spine surgeries and initiated vendor contract evaluations in conjunction with operations staff and orthopedic spine and neurological spine specialists.
- Analyzed trends in patient demographics, acuity levels, utilization rates and staffing patterns.
- Reviewed medical charts to ensure accuracy of documentation and appropriateness of orders.
- Trained other nurses on patient care and daily tasks, supporting growth and professional development.
- Assisted in developing budgets, staffing plans and resource allocations for the nursing unit.
- Monitored clinical outcomes to identify opportunities for improvement in care delivery.
- Developed medical programs that promoted community health and research.
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Barking, Havering, Redbridge University Hospitals
London, United Kingdom
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Assessed patient conditions, monitored behaviors and updated supervising physicians with observations and concerns.
- Assessed patient neurological status and monitored vital signs.
- Performed bedside procedures including arterial blood gas draws, chest tube insertion and removal, and central line dressing changes.
- Provided direct patient care in a high acuity environment with complex medical needs.
- Coordinated daily multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care plans and goals of treatment.
- Developed individualized patient care plans based on assessment findings, diagnostic tests, and physician orders.
- Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians according to the hospital's policy and procedure manual.
- Evaluated response to interventions and adjusted plan of care accordingly.
- Educated patients, families, and healthcare staff regarding diagnosis, prognosis, treatments, medications, lifestyle modifications.
- Maintained accurate documentation in accordance with standards of practice for all patient assessments and interventions provided.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients in an ICU setting.
- Performed ongoing critical thinking skills when assessing changes in a patient's condition or responding to emergent situations.
- Utilized advanced clinical knowledge to provide evidence-based nursing care within the scope of practice guidelines.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills while interacting with patients and families during difficult times.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives related to neuro ICU nursing practices.
- Provided emotional support to family members affected by their loved one's illness or injury.
- Ensured compliance with infection control policies throughout shift assignments.
- Instructed new employees on proper techniques for providing neuro ICU nursing care.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing urgent needs of critically ill patients.
- Identified potential risks associated with specific treatments or conditions prior to implementation.
- Actively participated in code blue situations utilizing ACLS protocols for rapid response resuscitation efforts.
- Monitored critical patient safety utilizing validated assessment tools such as continuous infusions, patency of intravenous lines
- Executed oral care, endotracheal suctioning, repositioning and chest physiotherapy for critically ill patients.
- Initiated action to reduce or correct risk in response to emergent data visualized on assessment tools and clinical observation.
- Assessed patients for delirium risk factors, managing pain, sedation and agitation.
- Performed therapeutic nursing care interventions for patients with neurosurgical and neurological injuries.
- Coordinated care for critical issues such as cerebral edema and intracranial pressure, hemodynamic instability and spinal injuries.
- Resuscitated and stabilized patients with complex cerebral injuries and disorders.
- Measured cerebrospinal fluid pressure to help treat hydrocephalus.
- Assisted with procedures such as spinal reconstructions and follow-up recovery care.
- Monitored abnormal electrical activity in patients' brains to track symptoms and treatment progress.
- Responded to emergency situations with speed, expertise and level-headed approaches to provide optimal care, support and life-saving interventions.
- Helped patients and families feel comfortable during challenging and stressful situations, promoting recovery and reducing compliance issues.
- Conducted specified laboratory tests to help detect conditions and determine diagnosis.
ICU Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center
Olongapo City, Philippines
08.2019 - 02.2021
- Assessed ICU patients each shift to ascertain vitals and key information.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments of ICU patients on a regular basis.
- Provided bedside care for critically ill patients in the ICU setting.
- Provided direct patient care in the ICU setting, including assessment, diagnosis and treatment.
- Ensured compliance with hospital policies and procedures related to ICU operations.
- Ensured compliance with all regulatory standards related to nursing practice within ICU setting.
- Maintained detailed documentation of all relevant medical information related to ICU patients' care.
- Adhered to all policies related to infection control measures within the ICU setting.
- Coordinated discharge planning for ICU residents with social workers and case managers.
- Facilitated transfer of patients from the ICU to step-down units or other departments within the hospital.
- Identified potential safety risks in the ICU environment and took appropriate action to mitigate those risks.
Charge Nurse
Riyadh Care Hospital
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
05.2012 - 06.2019
- Performed daily assessments of all ICU patients, evaluated patient's response to treatments and developed individualized plans of care.
- Maintained a safe environment for the ICU staff and patients by ensuring that all safety protocols were followed consistently.
- Assisted physicians during medical procedures, including intubations, central line insertions and chest tube placements.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary team members to coordinate patient care services across the continuum.
- Acted as an advocate for patient rights while providing support, education and resources to families and caregivers regarding end-of-life decisions.
- Participated in quality improvement initiatives such as falls prevention, infection control, restraint reduction, pain management and discharge planning.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive nursing care plans based on the assessment of each patient's needs.
- Instructed new nurses on proper techniques when caring for critically ill patients in the ICU setting.
- Conducted weekly unit meetings to review policy changes or updates related to clinical practices or regulatory standards.
- Prioritized tasks according to urgency of need while managing multiple cases simultaneously.
- Demonstrated leadership skills by delegating duties appropriately among staff members.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess complex situations quickly and effectively.
- Evaluated staffing levels throughout shift to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Served as a mentor for newly hired nurses by providing guidance on policies and procedures specific to ICU setting.
- Initiated life-saving measures when necessary such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation or emergency drug administration.
- Developed and maintained professional relationship with members of health care team, patient and patient's family.
- Functioned as charge nurse and assumed patient care in absence of nurses ending or arriving for shifts.
- Supported appropriate orientation, education, credentialing and continued professional development of associates.
- Participated in development, implementation and evaluation of action plans for continuous performance improvement.
- Worked with patients and families to provide in-hospital and after-hospital follow-up through teaching and referrals.
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center
Olongapo City, Philippines
05.2009 - 05.2012
- Assessed patients for signs and symptoms of medical conditions and reported changes to physicians.
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, treatment plans, diet and lifestyle modifications.
- Monitored vital signs, administered intravenous fluids, medications, blood transfusions and other treatments according to physician orders.
- Performed wound care including dressing changes, debridement and irrigation; monitored healing progress.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families by listening to their concerns.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed when providing patient care services.
- Administered medications as prescribed by the physician while monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions.
- Instructed patients and family members on proper post-operative homecare techniques.
- Maintained a safe environment for patients by adhering to established policies and procedures regarding medication administration and infection control practices.
- Demonstrated effective communication skills when interacting with patients, families and healthcare team members.
- Monitored unexpected patient events, interactions or outcomes and recorded incident report in certain situations.
- Maintained aseptic environment to prevent patient infections or other unwanted outcomes.
- Observed surgical procedures to closely monitor patient and quickly assist physician with potential complications or additional needs.
- Implemented pre, intra- and post-care, evaluating response to clinical interventions with progression toward discharge.
- Performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation accurately and effectively.
- Observed strict safety measures, including checking medication dosages before administration to patients.
Education
Master of Science - Adult in Nursing
Saint Paul University
Philippines 07-2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science In Nursing
Philippines03-2009
Skills
- Nursing staff leadership
- Critical Care
- Wound Care
- IV and venipuncture certified
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification
- Preceptorship
- Central Line Care
- Initial Trauma Life Support
- Compassionate and Caring
- Neurology assessments
Accomplishments
- Daisy Award - Tallahassee Memorial Hospital, 2024
- Leadership Award - Saint Paul University, 2022.
- Best in Case Presentation - Saint Paul University, 2021
- Best in Practicum - Saint Paul University, 2021
Certification
- CCRN ( Critical Care Registered Nurse) -Active
- TCCN (Trauma Nursing Core Course) -Active
Languages
English, Filipino, Basic Arabic (speaking)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
ICU Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
12.2024 - Current
Staff Nurse, SICU
University Of California San Diego
10.2024 - Current
Nurse Supervisor
Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
08.2022 - 08.2024
Neuro-Trauma ICU Registered Nurse
Tallahassee Memorial Hospital
07.2022 - Current
Neuro ICU Registered Nurse
Barking, Havering, Redbridge University Hospitals
08.2021 - 05.2022
ICU Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center
08.2019 - 02.2021
Charge Nurse
Riyadh Care Hospital
05.2012 - 06.2019
Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Our Lady of Lourdes International Medical Center
05.2009 - 05.2012
Master of Science - Adult in Nursing
Saint Paul University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Bachelor of Science In Nursing