Princess Dimaculangan Extra
Fremont,USA
Summary
Experienced with complex endoscopy procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and procedural efficiency. Utilizes critical thinking and precise coordination to enhance team performance and patient satisfaction. Knowledge of advanced endoscopic techniques and patient education for improved health outcomes.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse–Endoscopy Unit
PAMF- Sutter Health
05.2024 - Current
- Performing physical assessment during admission
- Ensure pre-operative care requirements of patients are accomplished through the use of nursing process including assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation
- Performing patient/teaching education as established by department
- Maintain and promote patient's safety by assessing physical and physiological needs
- Attending to patient inquiries and addressing any concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Vigilantly monitoring and recording patient vital signs to ensure their well-being and safety during procedures.
- Safely administering sedation to.
- Providing attentive post-procedure care, monitoring patients' recovery, and addressing any immediate needs or concerns.
- Administering sedation medications as prescribed, adhering to strict protocols, and maintaining accurate documentation.
- Maintaining open communication with patients, keeping them informed throughout the procedure to alleviate anxiety and foster trust.
- Thoroughly documenting comprehensive patient notes and discharge documents, ensuring accurate records of care and treatment.
- Collaborating closely with physicians, offering efficient and knowledgeable support during endoscopic procedures.
- 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 .
- Responded to medical emergencies with prompt and decisive action, minimizing patient risk and improving outcomes.
- Reduced procedure complications through meticulous monitoring of vital signs and sedation levels during endoscopy procedures.
Clinical Nurse– Surgical Care Unit Pre-op/Post-op (Part-time)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
03.2023 - 05.2024
- Conducting comprehensive and accurate assessments, including continuous observation, physical examinations, review of laboratory/test results, and monitoring patient response to procedural intervention.
- Actively participating in the identification and clarification of patient needs to optimize care outcomes, demonstrated through extensive involvement in multidisciplinary care planning.
- Adapting and revising the plan of care in response to any changes in the patient's condition, ensuring that it remains tailored to their evolving needs.
- Effectively implementing the plan of care, addressing the patient's physical, psychosocial, and spiritual requirements with great attention to detail and exceptional nursing judgment.
- Demonstrating excellent verbal and written communication skills by succinctly presenting relevant information to interdisciplinary healthcare teams, fostering clear and efficient collaboration.
- Integrating patient teaching and discharge planning strategies to empower patients with the knowledge required for a successful recovery and optimal long-term outcomes.
- Coordinating discharge planning efforts and meticulously documenting appropriate referrals to support seamless continuity of care after a patient is discharged.
Clinical Nurse (Endoscopy Unit)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2024
- Company Overview: is a private, nonprofit community-based healthcare system that provides advanced care to a 21-county region in North Florida and South Georgia. It is accredited by the Joint Commission's Gold Seal Approval for Comprehensive Stroke Certification. It has a 772-bed capacity and a Level II trauma Center.
- Responding to patient inquiries and addressing any concerns with professionalism and empathy.
- Safely administer moderate sedation
- Vigilantly monitoring and recording patient vital signs to ensure their well-being and safety during procedures.
- Safely administering sedation to patients prior to endoscopic procedures, ensuring their comfort and relaxation.
- Providing attentive post-procedure care, monitoring patients' recovery, and addressing any immediate needs or concerns.
- Thoroughly documenting comprehensive patient notes and discharge documents, ensuring accurate records of care and treatment.
- Assisting in the preparation of instruments, equipment, and supplies, ensuring their proper sterilization and organization for seamless procedures.
- Collaborating closely with physicians, offering efficient and knowledgeable support during endoscopic procedures.
- Competently administering intravenous drips, carefully monitoring the flow, and adjusting as necessary to provide optimal patient care.
- Assisted physicians in performing complex endoscopic procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout.
- Applied advanced nursing skills to handle emergency situations during endoscopic procedures calmly and effectively.
- Managed sedation administration for optimal pain relief during clinical sessions while monitoring vital signs closely.
- Reduced procedure times by efficiently preparing patients, rooms, and equipment for endoscopic examinations.
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate and individualized care during endoscopy procedures.
- Conducted comprehensive pre-procedure assessments encompassing detailed history taking and physical examinations to identify potential contraindications.
- Maximized staff productivity by offering guidance on best practices in the field of endoscopy nursing.
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients.
Clinical Nurse – Clinical Decision Unit (Medical Telemetry)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Conducting comprehensive assessments, developing individualized care plans, and continuously evaluating patient care needs.
- Utilizing critical thinking skills to prioritize patient care based on acuity level and available resources.
- Executing physician orders accurately and efficiently to facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Collaborating closely with physicians during examinations, treatments, and procedures, providing necessary support and assistance.
- Competently administering prescribed medications, performing dressing changes, wound care, and diligently monitoring vital signs.
- Assuming the role of primary coordinator among healthcare disciplines to ensure cohesive and well-coordinated patient care.
- Maintaining diligent documentation of patient conditions, utilizing computerized documentation systems for accurate and efficient record-keeping.
- Instructing and educating patients and their families on various aspects of care, providing necessary information and support.
- Assessing and coordinating discharge planning needs in collaboration with the healthcare team.
- Delivering age and culturally appropriate care to patients, recognizing their unique needs and preferences.
- Adhering to infection control protocols, following Standard Precautions, and utilizing personal protective equipment as required to ensure safety for both patients and healthcare providers.
- Utilized advanced assessment skills to identify early indications of deterioration in a patient''s condition, enabling prompt intervention when needed.
- Coordinated seamless transitions between levels of care by effectively communicating with multidisciplinary team members throughout the process.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments for new admissions, ensuring accurate diagnosis and treatment planning.
Staff Nurse – Pediatric Unit
Hamad Medical Corporation
01.2012 - 02.2021
- Company Overview: The hospital boasts a bed capacity of 193 that specialized in pediatric rehabilitation making it a tertiary healthcare in Doha, State of Qatar. It holds Joint Commission International Accreditation wherein the Nurse-to-patient ratio is 1:2.
- Proficiently inserting peripheral intravenous lines, ensuring patient comfort and proper administration of medications and fluids.
- Skillfully administering medications via various routes including inhalation, oral, sublingual, intramuscular, intradermal, subcutaneous, intravenous, optic, otic, and rectal, following established protocols.
- Performing catheterizations, both straight catheter and Foley catheter, to facilitate urinary elimination and maintain patient comfort.
- Monitored patients' conditions and reported changes in physical presentation, appearance, and behavior to discuss treatment with physicians.
- Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
- Demonstrated excellent time management skills while juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Staff Nurse – 8th South Pediatric Unit
St. Luke’s Medical Center Global City
05.2009 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: St. Luke’s Medical Center Global City, Taguig City, Philippines (Joint Commission International Accredited) is a 569 bed capacity tertiary hospital with 1:6 nurse-patients ratio.
- Skillfully performed essential nursing procedures, including vital signs taking, intravenous line insertions, nasogastric tube feedings, hemogluco testing, and monitoring, catheterization, suctioning, among others. This enabled me to effectively address the immediate needs of patients.
- Diligently observed signs and symptoms, promptly taking necessary nursing actions and meticulously documenting them on patient charts. This ensured accurate and thorough documentation for the continuity of care.
- Assumed the crucial role of carrying out and transcribing doctor's orders, facilitating seamless communication between medical professionals and guaranteeing that treatment plans were implemented accurately.
- Demonstrated expertise in administering a wide range of medications via various routes, including oral, inhalation, subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular, intravenous, optic, otic, and rectal. This encompassed the safe delivery of chemotherapy drugs as well.
- Actively assisted physicians during diagnostic and therapeutic procedures and treatments, offering valuable support and ensuring a smooth workflow. Tasks included aiding during Lumbar Puncture and removal of sutures.
- Implemented meticulous monitoring and assessment of wound drainage, promptly identifying any abnormalities or complications and initiating appropriate interventions.
- Acknowledging the importance of patient education, I effectively provided health teachings to patients and their immediate family members. This empowered them to actively participate in their own care and make informed decisions regarding their health.
- Demonstrated compassion and professionalism by rendering post-mortem care on expired patients, ensuring their dignity and respect throughout the process.
- Enforced a meticulous approach to transcribing and executing doctor's orders, guaranteeing accurate and timely implementation of prescribed treatments and interventions.
- By fulfilling these responsibilities with unwavering dedication and attention to detail, I contributed to the delivery of exceptional patient care and upheld the highest standards within the healthcare setting.
Staff Nurse – Emergency Department
Metro Lipa Medical Center
09.2008 - 04.2009
- Company Overview: Metro Lipa Medical Center is a 71-bed capacity tertiary hospital in Lipa City, Batangas, Philippines
- Utilized my expertise to skillfully insert peripheral intravenous lines, ensuring timely and secure access for medication administration and fluid management.
- Administered medications through various routes including inhalation, oral, sublingual, intramuscular, intradermal, subcutaneous, intravenous, optic, otic, and rectal, adhering to strict protocols and accurately documenting the administration.
- Executed catheterizations for both straight catheters, Foley catheters, and condom catheters, demonstrating proficiency and ensuring patients' comfort and urinary management.
- Conducted electrocardiograms and hemogluco testing, swiftly obtaining essential diagnostic information critical for timely decision-making and patient management.
- Assisted in performing minor operating room procedures such as incision and drainage, foreign body extraction, suturing, minor hand surgeries, casting, and debridement. My involvement helped streamline procedures and expedite patient care.
- Played a vital role in preparing patients for STAT surgeries, meticulously performing tasks such as skin preparation, establishing peripheral lines, and administering pre-operative medications, ensuring patients were ready for immediate intervention.
- Provided crucial assistance in nasogastric and orogastric tube insertions, ensuring proper nutrition and medication delivery to patients who require these specialized interventions.
- Implemented gastric lavage, skillfully performing the procedure to safely obtain vital diagnostic information or provide therapeutic interventions when necessary.
- Conducted suctioning of oral and nasal secretions with precision, effectively maintaining airway patency and promoting patients' respiratory comfort.
- Demonstrated expertise in rendering wound care, employing appropriate techniques to facilitate healing and prevent infections.
- Actively participated in code blue situations, swiftly activating emergency protocols, and rendering effective cardio-pulmonary resuscitation, demonstrating both leadership and clinical skills in critical situations.
Education
Master of Arts - Nursing
Philippine Women’s University
Manila, Philippines07.2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De La Salle Lipa
Lipa City, Batangas04.2008
Skills
- Experience with Omnicell Pyxis systems
- Cerner PowerChart proficiency
- Proficient in portable technology
- Experience with ECG machine setup
- Experience with DynaMap vital sign equipment
- Suction machine operation
- Oxygen administration
- Vein viewer
- Weight machines
- Infusion pumps/ syringe pump
- Feeding pumps
- Pulse oximetry
- Clinitek POCT urinalysis
- Clinitek glucose machine
- BiPAP/CPAP machine
- Cough assist device
- Nebulizer
- Central line/PICC line
- Surgical drains
- Infection control
- Phlebotomy
- Care coordination
- Quality assurance
- Patient examination
- Ethical practice
- Family education
- Pediatric care
- Critical thinking
- Patient assessments
Certification
- California Board of Registered Nursing Title: Registered Nurse License No.: 95330497
- Professional Regulation Commission, Philippines Title: Registered Nurse License No.: 0498201
Timeline
Clinical Nurse–Endoscopy Unit
PAMF- Sutter Health
05.2024 - Current
Clinical Nurse– Surgical Care Unit Pre-op/Post-op (Part-time)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
03.2023 - 05.2024
Clinical Nurse (Endoscopy Unit)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
03.2022 - 05.2024
Clinical Nurse – Clinical Decision Unit (Medical Telemetry)
Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare
06.2021 - 02.2022
Staff Nurse – Pediatric Unit
Hamad Medical Corporation
01.2012 - 02.2021
Staff Nurse – 8th South Pediatric Unit
St. Luke’s Medical Center Global City
05.2009 - 01.2012
Staff Nurse – Emergency Department
Metro Lipa Medical Center
09.2008 - 04.2009
Master of Arts - Nursing
Philippine Women’s University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
De La Salle Lipa
QUALIFICATION HIGHLIGHTS
- Recognized by fellow healthcare professionals for consistently demonstrating excellent patient care and communication skills.
- A dedicated and motivated learner with a proven track record of critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficient in time management, organization, and resource management, ensuring optimal efficiency in all nursing tasks.
- Possesses exceptional teamwork skills, working seamlessly in interdisciplinary teams to provide comprehensive patient care.
Training
- Basic Life Support by American Heart Association
- Advance Cardiovascular Life Support by American Heart Association
- National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale Certification by Apex Innovations
- Pediatric Life Support Life Support by American Heart Association
- Basic ECG Interpretation
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