Nikky Dizon
San Leandro,CA
Summary
A dynamic and adaptable professional with a diverse background spanning banking, aviation, and healthcare. With experience as a banker, flight attendant, and caregiver, seamlessly transitioned back into nursing and now thrives as an Operating Room Assistant in the Operating Room at Stanford Hospital. Brings exceptional multitasking, communication, and patient care skills, along with a strong ability to perform under pressure. Passionate about delivering high-quality nursing care while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operating Room Assistant
Stanford Hospital
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted circulating nurse in the care and positioning of patients inside the Operating Room.
- Enhanced operational efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workspaces, supporting quick room turnover between surgeries.
- Played a crucial role in emergency situations by remaining calm under pressure and assisting surgical teams as needed to save lives or stabilize patients' conditions quickly.
- Ensured proper handling of specimens through accurate labeling, documentation, and transportation to labs for analysis.
- Transported and received patients, equipment, supplies, blood products, and specimens within the hospital.
- Streamlined the flow of surgery schedules through effective communication with scheduling coordinators and other hospital departments.
- Supported surgeons by anticipating their needs and promptly providing required beds, equipments, and the set up for the next procedure.
- Upheld strict standards of infection control through consistent adherence to protocols related to sterilization, handling of contaminated materials, and hand hygiene practices.
- Participated in OR quality initiatives, providing constructive feedback to enhance future performance.
- Managed daily inventory checks in the storeroom area to ensure adequate supplies were always available for upcoming procedures.
Caregiver
Cheney Home Icf Ddn II
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Company Overview: An institution (or a distinct part of an institution) which- (1) is primarily engaged in providing to clients(A) skilled nursing care and related services for clients who require medical or nursing care, (B) rehabilitation services for the rehabilitation of injured, disabled, or sick persons, or, on a regular basis, health-related care and services to individuals who because of their mental or physical condition require care and services which can be made available to them only through institutional facilities, and is not primarily for the care and treatment of mental diseases; (2) has in effect a transfer agreement with one or more hospitals.
- Assisted patient with personal hygiene tasks, such as bed baths, dental care, and incontinence care.
- Promoted routines and provided safety for client with Alzheimer's disease.
- Administered oral medications and regularly checked for pressure sores.
- Replaced bandages, dressings, and binders to care for wounds and encourage healing.
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and respirations (TPRs) to assess and document important health information.
- Recorded status and duties completed in logbooks for management.
- Completed regular check-ins and progress report for each client.
- Cooked meals and assisted patients with eating tasks to support healthy nutrition.
- Entrusted to handle confidential and sensitive situations in professional matter.
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
- Implemented physical therapy to support patient improvement in muscle tone, range of motion and injury recovery.
- Contact: Rita Reginaldo-Roxas, RN
Flight Attendant
Philippine Airlines
08.2014 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: The flag carrier of the Philippines and the first and oldest commercial airline in Asia.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability amidst schedule changes, delays, or challenging situations while maintaining a positive attitude.
- Maintained a safe cabin environment by conducting pre-flight safety checks and adhering to FAA regulations.
- Handled medical emergencies calmly and competently following established protocols while liaising with the cockpit crew as needed.
- Enhanced passenger satisfaction by providing exceptional in-flight service and addressing individual needs.
- Contributed to company success by consistently achieving high performance ratings for customer service, teamwork, and punctuality.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay current on industry trends, evolving company policies, safety procedures, and customer service strategies.
- Performed pre-flight safety checks to verify oxygen masks, life jackets and other emergency equipment in good working order.
- Supported team morale through effective communication skills that fostered cooperation among diverse crew members under various circumstances.
- Resolved passenger conflicts and medical emergencies during flights.
- Educated passengers about emergency equipment usage during safety demonstrations, ensuring comprehension of critical procedures.
- Supported passengers with special needs and provided assistance to wheelchair passengers.
Bank Teller
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company
03.2012 - 08.2013
- Company Overview: It is a Filipino bank that as of 2022, was the third largest bank in the Philippines in terms of total assets.
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
- Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
- Learned about customer's financial needs, established trust, and optimized sales opportunities resulting in quality customer service.
- Conducted daily audits of cash drawer, ensuring accuracy and compliance with bank policies.
- Reconciled cash drawer and resolved discrepancies.
- Contributed to a welcoming branch environment by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for both staff members and customers alike.
- Processed applications for new accounts.
- Trained new hires on customer service policies and procedures.
- Balanced cash drawer daily and resolved discrepancies to provide accurate data regarding cash flow.
- Disbursed cash and checks accurately while maintaining security of cash drawers.
- Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.
Education
Nurse Refresher Course
California School of Health Sciences
Anaheim, CA04-2025
Bachelor's - Nursing
Angeles University Foundation
Angeles City04-2008
Skills
- Patient positioning expertise
- Time management capabilities
- Professionalism and ethics
- Medical documentation
- Patient safety prioritization
- Medication administration
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Setting up and operating equipment
- Infection control protocols
- First Aid and CPR
Accomplishments
- Award of the Presidential Flight Crew Badge, 05/01/17, Have safely and securely flown the President of the Philippines as Flight Attendant of Philippine Airlines.
- Registered Nurse Board Passer, 06/01/09, Licensure Examination in the Philippines.
Certification
- BLS Provider, American Heart Association,
October 2025
- ACLS Provider, American Heart Association,
April 2027
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Operating Room Assistant
Stanford Hospital
11.2023 - Current
Caregiver
Cheney Home Icf Ddn II
10.2021 - 09.2023
Flight Attendant
Philippine Airlines
08.2014 - 01.2021
Bank Teller
Metropolitan Bank & Trust Company
03.2012 - 08.2013
Nurse Refresher Course
California School of Health Sciences
Bachelor's - Nursing
Angeles University Foundation
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