Noreen Edzel Bonzo
Ewa Beach,HI
Summary
Compassionate, dedicated and detail oriented Registered Nurse with 6 years of experience, specializing in geriatric, providing high quality patient care in skilled nursing facilities and home health care. Proficient in conducting comprehensive assessment and care planning to promote optimal health outcome. Adept in managing acute and chronic conditions, ensuring patient safety, and delivering evidence-based care. As a charge nurse I have a strong communication and leadership abilities with a strong critical thinking and decision making skills. Proficiency in electronic medical records.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Health Care Aide
Heaven's Helpers
10.2010 - 11.2015
- Check vital signs on daily basis and contacted nurse regarding any patient health concerns or behavioral changes.
- Develop rapport with patients to create safe and trusting environment for care.
- Maintain clean, safe and well-organized patient environment.
- Offer support for client mental and emotional needs to enhance physical outcomes and overall happiness.
- Assist patients with handling daily chores and errands by transporting to appointments, cleaning personal spaces and purchasing supplies.
- Coordinate daily medicine schedules and administration to help clients address symptoms and enhance quality of life.
- Support patients with limited physical skills to help with dressing, grooming and feeding needs.
- Assist disabled clients in any way necessary to facilitate independence and well-being.
- Keep close eye on behavior and emotional responses of clients, consulting with the registered nurse to address concerns and protect each person from any harm.
- Help patients safely transition between sleeping surfaces and mobility assistance such as wheelchairs by providing consistent support.
- Interact kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Caregiver
Atria Bayside Landing Senior Living
07.2009 - 08.2010
- Document vital signs and behaviors in client medical records.
- Monitor. track and convey important patient information to healthcare staff to help optimize treatment planning and care delivery.
- Maximize patient satisfaction by helping individuals carry out personal tasks such as dressing and walking.
- Assist clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Apply mobility assistance knowledge to safely ambulate patients in different spaces.
- Keep close eye on client vital signs, administer pre poured medications and track behaviors to keep healthcare supervisor well-informed.
- Supervise daily activities and provide assistance when needed.
- Build strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship.
Home Health Care Aide
Wilson Home Care
09.2010 - 03.2011
- Monitor progress and document any status changes accordingly.
- Follow nutritional plans to prepare optimal meals, including purchasing ingredients from local shops.
- Maintain clean, safe and well-organize patient environment.
- Administer pre poured medication as directed by physician.
- Interact kindly with patients and families and displayed positive, outgoing attitude, resulting in establishment of long-term, professional relationships.
Private Caregiver
Jan Mau
10.2014 - 08.2019
- Assist clients with daily living needs, including bathing and personal grooming, to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Keep close eye on client's vital signs, tracked behaviors to keep the family well-informed.
- Document client's care in suitable form.
- Maintain health fitness through daily activities like walking,ROM exercises and some physical exercises from her physical therapist.
- Transfer the client from wheelchair to car and car from wheelchair to bed.
- Assist in traveling to general places such as hospitals, check ups and treatments.
Registered Nurse
Palolo Chinese Home
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Conducting comprehensive assessments and monitoring patient's condition.
- Administering medications, IV therapy, and treatments as prescribed.
- Providing wound care, catheter care, and other specialized nursing interventions.
- Managing chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, respiratory disorders etc.
- Developing and updating individualized care plans based on patient's needs.
- Collaborating with physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure quality care.
- Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical record (EMR)
- Supervised professional and paraprofessional nursing staff and delegated tasks to maintain continuum of care.
- Recognizing and responding to medical emergencies, including performing CPR if needed.
Registered Nurse
Arcadia Retirement Residence
07.2019 - Current
- Participates in admission, discharges, and evaluation materials/processes for all residents to ensure appropriate assessment and documentation are complete, timely and meets federal and state requirements.
- Conducts nursing assessment, administers professional nursing services (IV's, oxygen therapy, catheterization, tube feedings, suctioning, wound care, colostomy care), monitors nursing care and treatment administered to all residents.
- Oversees medication administration, ensuring adequate ordering, receiving, documentation, safe storage and disposal of physician prescribed medication for residents.
- Communicates effectively with health care management staff, physicians and other healthcare providers regarding orders, nursing services and changes in resident's condition.
- Promptly reports residents' or their families' concerns or complaints to health care management staff.
- Participates in orientation and training new employees and assists in finding replacement for nurses who call in sick.
- Investigates probable cause of incidents, writes incident reports, and implements corrective actions as needed.
- Managing agitation, wandering, and behavioral disturbances using structured routines and therapeutic activities for our residents with dementia.
Registered Nurse
Heaven’s Helpers
05.2021 - Current
- Assessing patient health conditions and vital signs.
- Administering medications, injections, and IV therapy.
- Wound care and dressing changes.
- Monitoring and managing pain levels.
- Providing guidance on nutrition, exercise, and lifestyle changes.
- Educates patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options.
- Evaluates healthcare needs, goals for treatment and available resources of each patient and connected to optimal providers and care.
- Trains new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Provides skills check for the caregivers and makes sure they are well aware of all their tasks.
- Monitors all our patient’s condition and documents for any change of condition.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Luzon Doctors' Hospital Educational Institution
Philippines2009
Skills
- I have critical mind, I am able to assess a situation and make crucial decisions on the spot
- Ability to manage multiple patients with complex medical conditions
- Skilled in both medical procedures and chronic disease management
- Strong ability to educate patients and families on health conditions and treatments
- Efficient in delegation and time management
- Proficient in Electronic Medical Records
- I have willingness and desire to learn
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Heaven’s Helpers
05.2021 - Current
Registered Nurse
Arcadia Retirement Residence
07.2019 - Current
Registered Nurse
Palolo Chinese Home
04.2019 - 10.2019
Private Caregiver
Jan Mau
10.2014 - 08.2019
Home Health Care Aide
Heaven's Helpers
10.2010 - 11.2015
Home Health Care Aide
Wilson Home Care
09.2010 - 03.2011
Caregiver
Atria Bayside Landing Senior Living
07.2009 - 08.2010
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Central Luzon Doctors' Hospital Educational Institution
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