Monica Lyka Bancale, BSN-RN
Decatur, Illinois,IL
Summary
Patient-oriented Nurse with 11 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Medical-Surgical Nursing specialty.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse - Travel, Medical-Surgical
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced patient care by efficiently managing multiple cases in high-stress environments.
- Streamlined communication among healthcare teams by providing accurate and timely updates on patient conditions.
- Reduced medication errors through meticulous administration and documentation of medications, treatments, and IV therapies.
- Improved patient outcomes by diligently monitoring vital signs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
- Educated patients and their families on health maintenance, disease prevention, and post-discharge care for optimal recovery.
- Increased patient satisfaction by consistently providing compassionate, empathetic care during hospitalizations.
Registered Nurse - Travel, Medical-Surgical
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Reduced hospital readmissions through effective discharge planning, patient education, and follow-up care coordination.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
- Streamlined medication administration processes for increased safety and accuracy during busy shifts.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Mary's Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2022
- Charge Nurse
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Facilitated timely discharges by proactively addressing potential barriers to transition such as insurance coverage or transportation issues.
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center
01.2013 - 02.2021
- Nurse Supervisor
- Skillfully performed venipuncture, IV insertion, and catheterizations, ensuring proper technique and adherence to infection control standards.
- Performed emergency medical procedures such as BLS, ACLS and other condition stabilizing interventions.
- Improved patient outcomes by providing comprehensive assessments and developing individualized care plans.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction with compassionate, personalized nursing care tailored to each individual''s needs.
- Reduced hospital readmissions by implementing evidence-based discharge planning and coordinating follow-up appointments.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient care, ensuring seamless communication between healthcare providers.
- Streamlined medication administration processes, reducing medication errors and enhancing patient safety.
- Mentored new staff members and nursing students, fostering a supportive learning environment within the unit.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Normal University
Cebu City, Philippines03.2012
Skills
- Emergency Response
- Care Planning
- Wound Care
- Chart Updating
- Nursing Staff Leadership
- Patient Discharge
- IV Setup
- EMR Systems
- HIPAA Education
- Direct Patient Care
- Data Collection
- Patient Management
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Cebuano
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- BLS - Basic Life Support
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- NIH Stroke Scale Training
Timeline
Registered Nurse - Travel, Medical-Surgical
Sarah Bush Lincoln Health Center
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse - Travel, Medical-Surgical
OSF St. Francis Medical Center
01.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
St. Mary's Hospital
03.2021 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Unit
Vicente Sotto Memorial Medical Center
01.2013 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Cebu Normal University