PAMELA LABUTONG BSN, RN
Las Vegas
Summary
Healthcare professional with strong background in patient care and medical support. Known for collaborative work with medical teams to deliver high-quality care and adapt to evolving patient needs. Expertise in patient assessment and medication administration, along with compassionate care and reliability.
Dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) with progressive career history in direct patient care, triage and care coordination in fast-paced environment. Proven to remain calm under pressure and skillfully handle difficult patients and high-stress situations. Consistently developing strong relationships with patients and families through empathetic communication, respectful attitude and excellent customer service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health Unit
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
01.2024 - Current
- Administered medications and monitored patient responses in a fast-paced inpatient psychiatric unit.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized treatment plans for patients.
- Conducted thorough assessments to identify patient needs and adjust care strategies accordingly.
- Implemented crisis intervention techniques to ensure patient safety and promote de-escalation of situations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient progress, interventions, and clinical observations in electronic health records.
- Conducted suicide risk assessments routinely to identify high-risk individuals in need of additional intervention or monitoring within the facility setting.
- Assessed the need for restraint or seclusion in accordance with facility protocols, prioritizing least restrictive measures when possible to promote patient autonomy.
- Managed challenging behaviors effectively through de-escalation techniques and implementation of behavior management plans.
- Provided direct quality care to patients by monitoring, recording and evaluating psychiatric conditions.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
07.2018 - 12.2023
- Assessed patients' physical and mental status by analyzing complaints and symptoms.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses.
- Provided quality safe care utilizing evidence-based practice resulting in positive clinical, holistic, and spiritual outcomes in a diverse work environment.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures, and safety protocols.
- Conducted continuous cardiac monitoring of patients on telemetry. Identify irregular readings and update team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Advocated for patients by communicating care preferences to practitioners and, verifying interventions met treatment goals.
- Educated patients and family members about medical conditions, medications, treatments, and how to improve lifestyle choices that dramatically improve their health.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Monitored patients' comfort and safety during examinations and tests to alert physicians of abnormalities and changes in patient response.
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
VA Long Beach Healthcare System
08.2016 - 07.2018
- Position responsibilities are th same as current job.
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
10.2014 - 07.2017
- Performed hemodialysis in chronic setting to patients that has multiple medical problems including those that has tracheostomy, on ventilator, and feeding tubes.
- Conducted meetings with patient, family or responsible parties to discuss plans and expectations toward specific patient goals.
- Worked with healthcare team to develop new dialysis treatment flow sheet and other forms, improving clinical documentation and accountability.
- Participated in implementing, developing and revision of policies and procedures to ensure best quality of care is being provided.
- Promoted patient and family comfort during challenging recoveries to enhance healing and eliminate non-compliance problems.
Registered Nurse, Medical Telemetry Unit
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
02.2012 - 08.2016
- Participated in evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities.
- Monitored patient condition by interpreting and tracking EKG readings, identifying irregular telemetry readings and updating team members on changes in stability or acuity.
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Worked within applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans.
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Southland Management Group Inc
06.2012 - 10.2014
- Performed hemodialysis, peritoneal dialysis and continuous renal replacement therapy in various units as ordered by nephrologist.
- Gained high level of understanding regarding renal function, kidney diseases and conditions and dialytic treatments.
- Educated families and patients regarding conditions, symptoms and care plans.
- Addressed issues with multiple organ systems in patients with critical illnesses.
- Managed patients' pain relief, comfort and treatment by providing pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic interventions, monitoring patients' responses and changing care plans accordingly.
Assistant Director of Nursing
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 02.2012
- Direct day-to-day administrative and operational functions for 104-bed facility, providing guidance and leadership to over 100 employees across more than 4 departments.
- Assisted Director of Nurses in planning, organizing, developing and directing day to day functions of Nursing Service Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern the facility and as may be directed by Administrator, Medical Director and Director of Nursing Services.
- Performed duties independently in professional manner without immediate or continuous supervision.
- Utilized established nursing process to make recommendations for patient care, evaluates delivery of care and communicates appropriate relevant data to multi-disciplinary team to facilitate continuity and quality of care.
- Performed rounds to observe care and interview staff, residents and families.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Evaluated work performance of numerous nursing personnel to determine wage increases and implement discipline..
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes and resident complaints or concerns
- Established and monitored infection control programs to provide safe, sanitary environment to prevent transmission of disease and infection.
- Developed positive employee relations, incentives and recognition programs to promote teamwork and mutual respect.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Jude College
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Purdue University Global
West Lafayette, IN06-2026
Skills
- Emergency Procedures
- Emotional intelligence
- Chronic disease management
- Professional bedside manner
- Direct Patient Care
- Strong clinical judgment
- Preceptor
- Organized and efficient
- Proficient in CPRS and BCMA
- Medication and IV administration
- Patient assessments
- Documentation and charting
- Patient assessment
- Strong clinical judgment
- Patient education and counseling
- Compassion and empathy
- Patient and family advocacy
- Mental health nursing
- Chronic disease management
Licensure and Certification
CA RN 558339 - Expires 12-31-2026
NV RN 77638 - Expires 11-28-2025
BLS - American Heart Association - Expires 9-2025
References
1. Naomi Wilkins RN - Manager Inpatient Mental Health Unit - VASNHS
2. Dr. Nam Nguyen -Internal Medicine - VASNHS
3. Peggy Lee RN - Clinical Coordinator - VASNHS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Inpatient Mental Health Unit
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
01.2024 - Current
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
VA Southern Nevada Healthcare System
07.2018 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
VA Long Beach Healthcare System
08.2016 - 07.2018
Hemodialysis Registered Nurse
Los Alamitos Medical Center
10.2014 - 07.2017
Acute Dialysis Registered Nurse
Southland Management Group Inc
06.2012 - 10.2014
Registered Nurse, Medical Telemetry Unit
La Palma Intercommunity Hospital
02.2012 - 08.2016
Assistant Director of Nursing
Atlantic Memorial Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center
01.2012 - 02.2012
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Saint Jude College
Master of Science - Mental Health Nursing
Purdue University Global
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