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Work History
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Patricia Ann Tigas

Tyler,TX

Summary

Accomplished Registered Nurse with a proven track record at Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital, adept in medication and IV administration, and renowned for exceptional patient education and counseling. Demonstrates a compassionate approach to patient care, significantly enhancing patient satisfaction. Actively engages in professional development to master emerging healthcare trends, ensuring the highest standards of care.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
08.2021 - Current
  • Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
  • Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
  • Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs.
  • Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
  • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans for complex patients with multiple comorbidities.
  • Skillfully managed challenging patient situations using de-escalation techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and therapeutic communication skills.
  • Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
  • Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in nursing care and emerging trends in healthcare delivery.
  • Contributed to interdisciplinary team meetings by presenting relevant clinical data about patients'' progress toward reaching established goals of care.
  • Facilitated patient transitions between different levels of care, ensuring continuity of services and minimizing disruptions in treatment plans.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.

Registered Nurse

Parkway Pantai Hospitals Pte. Ltd. -Mt.Elizabeth
08.2011 - 06.2021

Registered Nurse

Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
11.2007 - 06.2011

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chinese General Hospital College of Nursing
Manila,Philippines
04.2006

Skills

  • Medication and IV administration
  • Medication Administration
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Patient Assessments
  • Documentation and Charting
  • Patient Assessment
  • Patient education and counseling
  • Infection control measures
  • Patient Care
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Intravenous therapy
  • Professional Bedside Manner
  • Physical assessments
  • Licensed RN

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License (RN) - Texas Board of Nursing.
  • Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification (CMSRN) - Medical-Surgical Nursing Certification Board.
  • Advanced Diploma in NUrsing - Orthopedic

Nanyang Polytechnic - Singapore

October 14, 2013 - June 16, 2014

Affiliations

  • American Nurses Association

Timeline

Registered Nurse

Christus Trinity Mother Frances Hospital
08.2021 - Current

Registered Nurse

Parkway Pantai Hospitals Pte. Ltd. -Mt.Elizabeth
08.2011 - 06.2021

Registered Nurse

Chinese General Hospital and Medical Center
11.2007 - 06.2011

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

Chinese General Hospital College of Nursing
Patricia Ann Tigas