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Nena Evangelista

Richmond,TX

Summary

Foreign graduate nurse since 1991.

Work experience includes private duty nurse, clinical instructor and psychiatric nurse. Manage patients in ICU, medical/surgical floors and in home setting as private duty nurse for 20 years. I also did work as a psychiatric nurse for one year in psychiatric and rehabilitation and as an instructor and mentor in a nursing school for six years. Hemodialysis nurse for more than two years. Patient care technician for six years.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Staff Nurse

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2025 - Current
  • Accurately performs patient assessment and identifies patients needs.
  • Identifies and initiates appropriate nursing interventions.
  • Provides patient and family teaching throughout the rehabilitation stay and prior to discharge.
  • Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient.
  • Works cooperatively and actively participates with other members of the interdisciplinary team.
  • Administered medications via oral, IV, and intramuscular injections and monitored responses.
  • Participates in Continuous Quality and Performance Improvement (CQPI).
  • Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Other duties assigned.


Reference: Mellisa Gho

Cel no. (512) 203-4215

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DaVita
07.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure comprehensive care for all patients undergoing dialysis.
  • Coordinated care with other healthcare providers, such as dietitians and social workers, to ensure comprehensive support for patients during their dialysis journey.
  • Improved patient outcomes through diligent monitoring of vital signs and timely intervention when necessary.
  • Provided emotional support to patients coping with chronic kidney disease, helping them navigate complex medical information while maintaining hope for improved health outcomes.
  • Increased patient safety by adhering to strict infection control protocols throughout the entire dialysis process.
  • Reduced complications by accurately assessing patients'' needs and adjusting treatment plans accordingly.
  • Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
  • Streamlined documentation processes, maintaining accurate records of each patient''s medical history, lab results, and treatment progress.
  • Promoted a positive work environment by fostering open communication among team members and addressing concerns promptly.


Reference

Facility Manager: Dwight Williams

Cel no. (832) 870-5523

Clinical Nurse

MD Anderson Cancer Center
05.2022 - 07.2022
  • Maintained strong working relationships with physicians and ancillary staff, fostering a collaborative approach to patient care delivery.
  • Responded to patient emergencies to provide prompt and correct intervention .
  • Educated patients and families to increase understanding of condition and best ways to manage.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams for optimal patient outcomes and efficient care coordination.

Patient Care Technician

MD Anderson Cancer Center
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.


Reference

ICU Manager: Courtney Magoun

Tel no. 713-563-9189

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2019
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Performed EKGs, accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
12.2015 - 10.2017
  • Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff, ensuring timely medical interventions when necessary.
  • Assisted nurses with essential tasks, streamlining workflow and increasing efficiency in the healthcare setting.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and attentive care.
  • Assisted in training new Patient Care Technicians, sharing knowledge and best practices to ensure consistency in care delivery.
  • Performed blood draws, EKGs, and other diagnostic tests accurately and efficiently for prompt analysis by healthcare professionals.
  • Provided high-quality personal care to patients, promoting comfort and dignity during their hospital stay.
  • Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
  • Contributed to a positive patient experience by keeping rooms clean, organized, and well-stocked with supplies.
  • Fostered strong relationships with colleagues, contributing to a collaborative work environment that prioritized teamwork among staff members.
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between shifts by maintaining thorough documentation of patient care activities and observations.

Private Duty Nurse

Davao Private Duty Nurses Association
11.1994 - 09.2014
  • Provided compassionate care for patients, resulting in positive feedback from families.
  • Administered medications accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper dosages and timely treatments.
  • Promoted proper nutrition by preparing balanced meals tailored specifically to individual dietary needs.
  • Prepared visit notes, updated and summarized client records and conferred with health care disciplines in providing coordinated client care.
  • Monitored vital signs regularly to detect and address potential health concerns promptly.
  • Scheduled appointments and transported patients to medical facilities using personal transportation.
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, providing emotional support during difficult times.
  • Conducted regular check-ins with family members regarding patient status updates, fostering trustful relationships.
  • Managed wound care meticulously, preventing infections and promoting healing effectively.
  • Fostered strong relationships with clients and families to support comprehensive social, mental and physical care.
  • Administered prescribed medication and treatment as permitted by state and local regulations in accordance with physician orders.
  • Assessed patient needs routinely, adjusting care plans as necessary for the best results.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting dignity and independence.
  • Documented patient assessment, evaluation and responses to therapy to facilitate therapeutic intervention.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to develop comprehensive treatment plans for optimal patient outcomes.

Clinical Instructor

University of Immaculate Conception
06.2006 - 02.2012
  • Supervised students when administering medications to maintain patient safety.
  • Fostered a culture of safety within the learning environment by emphasizing proper use of equipment, infection control measures, and patient privacy guidelines.
  • Provided immediate and constructive feedback to students individually and as group.
  • Supervised students during clinical rotations, providing immediate feedback on their performance and suggesting areas for improvement when necessary.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Evaluated student progress through written exams, skill demonstrations, and clinical rotations, ensuring they met program requirements.
  • Provided nursing skill demonstrations for medication administration, dressing changes and clinical logs.
  • Improved student performance with regular assessments and feedback on their clinical skills and knowledge.

Medical/Medical Surgical Staff Nurse

Bunawan District Hospital
10.1992 - 10.1994
  • Educated patients and families on medical-surgical procedures, therapeutic regimens, and pain management techniques.
  • Started intravenous fluids, administered medications, and documented patient charts by recording food and fluid output and intake.
  • Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care.
  • Managed patients' pain by implementing pharmacological and non-pharmacological pain management interventions.
  • Educated patients and families on illnesses, medications and treatment plans.
  • Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration, and blood pressure.
  • Collaborated with members of patients' healthcare team to deliver appropriate level of care.
  • Assessed patient status during procedures to communicate abnormalities to physicians.

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Dela Rosa Psychiatry Clinic and Rehabilitation
09.1991 - 10.1992
  • Responded to numerous volatile situations and violent outbreaks to restore safety and security of patients and staff.
  • Built trust with patients from various cultural backgrounds through culturally competent care practices tailored to individual needs.
  • Ensured patient safety by closely monitoring behaviors, administering medications as prescribed, and intervening during incidents of aggression or selfharm.
  • Oversaw care of suicidal patients and acted swiftly to reduce risk of harm to themselves or others.
  • Collaborated proactively with psychiatrists to adjust treatment plans based on observed changes in symptoms or behavior patterns among patients.
  • Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety, and rights of patient.
  • Promoted a therapeutic environment by establishing rapport, maintaining boundaries, and fostering open communication with patients and families.
  • Administered medication and treatments to patients to observe and record responses.
  • Monitored vital signs, nutritional intake and signs and symptoms of complications to report deviations to supervisor.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Davao Doctors College
03-1991

Skills

    ● Nursing care planning

    ● Patient assessment
    ● Anemia management
    ● Lab result interpretation
    ● Hemodialysis expertise
    ● Infection-control practices
    ● Medication and IV administration
    ● Problem-solving abilities
    ● Multitasking
    ● CPR Certification
    ● Physical Assessment
    ● Vitals monitoring
    ● Pain Management
    ● Patient and family advocacy
    ● Dementia Care
    ● Reliability
    ● Basic Life Support
    ● Critical Care Nursing
    ● Geriatric Care

Certification

Registered Nursing Licensure

BON Texas

Lic. # 1034565

Exp. : 09/30/2027


Registered Nursing Licensure

BON New York

Lic. # 813082

Exp. : 08/31/2026


BLS American Heart Association

Ecard code- 255414495962

Expires Oct. 2026

Timeline

Staff Nurse

Central Texas Rehabilitation Hospital
05.2025 - Current

Dialysis Registered Nurse

DaVita
07.2022 - Current

Clinical Nurse

MD Anderson Cancer Center
05.2022 - 07.2022

Patient Care Technician

MD Anderson Cancer Center
10.2019 - 05.2022

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital
10.2017 - 10.2019

Patient Care Technician

Memorial Hermann Southwest Hospital
12.2015 - 10.2017

Clinical Instructor

University of Immaculate Conception
06.2006 - 02.2012

Private Duty Nurse

Davao Private Duty Nurses Association
11.1994 - 09.2014

Medical/Medical Surgical Staff Nurse

Bunawan District Hospital
10.1992 - 10.1994

Psychiatric Registered Nurse

Dela Rosa Psychiatry Clinic and Rehabilitation
09.1991 - 10.1992

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Davao Doctors College