Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Kaiser Permanente
08.2011 - Current
The Daisy Award for Extraordinary nurses- May 12, 2021
Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Demonstrated expertise in wound management techniques resulting in accelerated healing times for patients with complex wounds or pressure injuries.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Strengthened relationships between coders and clinical staff through regular engagement meetings, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care documentation.
Increased job satisfaction among peers by fostering a positive work environment that encouraged collaboration, support, and open communication among team members.
Maximized reimbursement rates by expertly navigating complex payer requirements and accurately selecting the appropriate codes for each patient encounter.
Collaborated closely with clinical documentation specialists to identify opportunities for improved documentation that would lead to more accurate coding outcomes.
Registered Nurse
White Memorial Medical Center
10.2007 - 09.2011
Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
Assisted in the training and mentorship of new nursing staff members, contributing to a positive work environment and high-quality patient care.
Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
Promoted a culture of safety within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
Provided support for patients'' families during difficult medical decisions or end-of-life care, serving as a liaison between the healthcare team and loved ones.
Advised patients and caregivers of proper wound management, discharge plan objectives, safe medication use, and disease management.
Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
Implemented evidence-based fall prevention strategies, resulting in a significant decrease in patient falls within the unit.
Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive care plans for complex cases.
Educated family members and caregivers on patient care instructions.
Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
Communicated with healthcare team members to plan, implement and enhance treatment strategies.
Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
Evaluated patient histories, complaints, and current symptoms.
Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
Used first-hand knowledge and clinical expertise to advocate for patients under care and enacted prescribed treatment strategies.
Observed and documented patient factors such as diets, physical activity levels, and behaviors to understand conditions and effectively modify treatment plans.
Implemented care plans for patient treatment after assessing physician medical regimens.
Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
Delivered high level of quality care to diverse populations while overseeing patient admission and triaging based on acuity and appropriate department admission.
Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities.
Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery.
Recorded details regarding therapies to keep patient charts updated.
Conducted ongoing monitoring and evaluations of behaviors and conditions, and updated clinical supervisors with current information.
Performed triage on incoming patients and determined severity of injuries and illnesses.
Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
Conveyed treatment options, diagnosis information and home care techniques to patients and caregivers to continue care consistency.
Led teams in driving successful patient outcomes by prioritizing standard of care and best practices.
Collaborated with leadership to devise initiatives for improving nursing satisfaction, retention and morale.
Performed frequent checks on life support equipment and made necessary adjustments to preserve optimal patient conditions.
Sustained quality standards by performing routine medication audits and upholding internal and industry best practices.
Leveraged feedback and process improvement opportunities to create safer and healthier environment and increase patient satisfaction.
Investigated and resolved issues affecting hospital operations and patient care.
Reported findings to quality departments after conducting routine restraint audits and worked with team to devise corrective actions for deficiencies.
Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other log forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
West Negros College
Bacolod City, Philippines
10-2004
Doctor of Dental Medicine - Dentistry
Centro Escolar University
Manila , Philippines
10-1996
Skills
Medication administration
Direct patient care
Patient assessments
Documentation and charting
Strong clinical judgment
Patient education and counseling
Clinical judgment
Patient and family advocacy
Infection control measures
Patient care
Wound care
Compassion and empathy
Patient monitoring
Care planning
Patient management
Care plan development
Professional bedside manner
Physical assessments
Patient evaluation
Telemetry monitoring
Family education
Licensed RN
Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS) certification
Director of Midwifery Services at Kaiser Permanente- Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical GroupDirector of Midwifery Services at Kaiser Permanente- Mid Atlantic Permanente Medical Group