Michael Tuazon Olan
Houston
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse - Float Pool ICU PRN
Memorial Hermann
Houston
08.2023 - Current
- Fulfilled staffing needs as float pool ICU nurse across Memorial Hermann Hospitals in Houston and greater Houston area, enhancing patient care continuity
- Primarily staffed units at Memorial Hermann's level 1 trauma center at the Texas Medical Center
- Specialty units floated to include Burn ICU, MICU, SICU, NVICU/NSICU, Transplant ICU
- Adapted quickly to unfamiliar situations, effectively communicated with multidisciplinary teams, and provided high-quality care across multiple specialties
- Picked up shifts at neuro pre/post op elective surgery
Registered Nurse - MICU/SICU
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
06.2021 - 05.2023
- Nursing experience at top ranked hospital for cancer care leading in research, cancer prevention, and patient care for a diverse population accepting patients from around the globe
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care in a 52 bed ICU for critically ill adult oncology patients facing complications such as sepsis, shock, GI bleeding, and cancer-related issues
- Proficient experience with vasopressor management, continuous renal replacement therapy, central lines, arterial lines, dialysis catheters, chest tubes, nephrostomies, colostomies, and EVDs
- Oversaw care for post-surgical patients including craniotomies, lung transplants, tumor resections, and flaps, ensuring optimal recovery
- Worked in the COVID ICU and floated to other floor units
- Guided and mentored nursing students and professional student nurse externs (PSNE) in clinical practices
Registered Nurse - Acute Care Oncology
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
Houston
01.2020 - 06.2021
- Nursing experience in an acute care 32 bed unit for the adult population with GU, breast, and other general cancer
- Administered chemotherapy to newly diagnosed cancer patients, monitoring closely for potential complications to ensure patient safety
- Educated and advocated for patients and families during end-of-life care, facilitating informed decision-making and emotional support
- Floated to other units approximately 2-3 times a month (surgical, GIM, leukemia, stem cell, transition unit)
- Mentored nursing students and oriented new nursing staff, fostering their development and integration into acute care oncology
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, TexasPrerequisites for Nursing -
University of Houston - Main
Houston, TexasSkills
- Registered Nurse, Texas BON 979099
- CCRN - AACN (Exp: 09/26)
- CBRN - BCEN (Exp: 02/30)
- ACLS - AHA (Exp: 01/28)
- PALS - AHA
- BLS - AHA (Exp: 01/28)
Shadowing
- 12 hours at Texas Orthopedic Hospital with CRNA
- 6 hours at Memorial Hermann TMC with Anesthesiologist
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Float Pool ICU PRN
Memorial Hermann
08.2023 - Current
Registered Nurse - MICU/SICU
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
06.2021 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse - Acute Care Oncology
M.D. Anderson Cancer Center
01.2020 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Texas Medical Branch
Prerequisites for Nursing -
University of Houston - Main